Project Development Supervisor
About The Position
American Farm Bureau Insurance Services, Inc. (AFBIS, Inc.) is looking for an experienced Project Development Supervisor to work out of our Fargo, North Dakota Office. The Project Development Supervisor is a hands-on manager role that will lead the execution of key organizational projects that are aligned with the company’s strategic goals and objectives. In addition to managing multiple projects, the Project Development Supervisor will be responsible for helping to develop an overall project management philosophy, strategy and culture within AFBIS. If you have an ownership mindset, great project management skills and enjoy fostering a culture of continuous improvement, this might be a great fit for you.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree or equivalent
- 5+ years of project management experience, along with 3+ years of people management experience
- Experience in crop insurance and system development
- Proven record of successfully leading and delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and to high standards
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, including both traditional (e.g., Waterfall) and Agile (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
- Strong organizational and time management skills, adept at juggling multiple priorities and managing tasks efficiently within an Agile workflow
- Proficiency in project management software tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello)
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for ANY employer without the need for employment visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Scrum Master Certified, PMP, or similar industry certifications are a plus
- Experience in building a project management culture is a plus
Responsibilities
- Creating and implementing an overall project management philosophy, strategy, and culture
- Developing solid team dynamics; creating individual goals and initiatives, and holding employees accountable for their performance
- Establishing written standards, processes, and procedures to ensure consistency
- Overseeing project development and key business initiatives, coordinating tasks, liaising with stakeholders and ensuring clarity on roles and project objectives
- Scoping projects, managing relationships, planning and controlling processes, reporting progress, overseeing quality assurance, managing testing, leading teams and communicating with senior leaders
- Developing and implementing project plans and schedules, aligning them with overall strategic objectives and incorporating project management principles
- Conducting regular reviews and preparing comprehensive reports for senior management highlighting key decisions, adjustments, and successes achieved
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- company funded cash balance pension and a 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
