Project Manager I

ConnectiveRx•Hanover Township, NJ

6d•$53,400 - $89,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager I is responsible for the leadership of projects that are part of our standard product & service offerings and have a low degree of complexity. The Project Manager I will have a beginning to working knowledge of best practices of project management. The incumbent is responsible for the overall health of the project, ensuring that requirements are established and met, deliverables are completed and reviewed, and the project is completed on schedule and within scope and budget in accordance with the organization’s quality standards. The incumbent may be responsible for two or more projects running concurrently. The Project Manager I will act as a contributor on internal working groups/department initiative projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years of relevant work experience
1–3 years of experience as a Project Manager
Entry level understanding of the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework
Knowledge of various project management methodologies (e.g., agile/scrum)
Ability to manage concurrent project activities across 2 business lines
Possesses a beginner’s knowledge of project management
Work with direct to indirect supervision
Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project Management Tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheets, etc.)
Experience in project management monitoring, addressing changes in scope and budget, project resourcing, and use of applicable software
Ability to manage project activities; establish project goals and objectives; exercise sound judgment; analyze complex information; develop plans; demonstrate negotiation and facilitation skills; identify project risks and gaps; prepare reports; communicate effectively; and mentor others where appropriate.
Identifies, documents, and monitors key processes needed to achieve successful business results. Maps and documents processes. Develops framework for process improvement. Identifies and documents processes within area of responsibility. Seeks guidance on aspects of process that are out of immediate scope. Drafts procedures that comply with the process. Implements process improvement recommendations within the context of overall business processes.
Ability to make appropriate, informed, and timely decisions while ensuring compliance with company policies, practices, and core values. Uses a combination of analysis, knowledge, experience, and judgment to make decisions. Makes effective decisions even in the absence of complete information. Evaluates and prioritizes factors, weighing decisions to reach a sound and effective solution.
Anticipates, identifies, and addresses the needs of customers/clients, sometimes before those needs are voiced. Actively looks for ways to help people; is thoughtful and empathetic to the needs of others. Is prompt and courteous in ensuring that customer needs or complaints are satisfied. Focuses on improving service levels for internal and external customers.
Provides guidance to organizational stakeholders. Offers solutions based on best practices and generates specific organizational interventions (e.g., culture change, change management, restructuring, training) to support organizational objectives.
Adhere to all Company Policies, Procedures, and training consistent with ConnectiveRx's Information Security and Compliance Programs, including but not limited to SOC1, SOC2, PCI, HIPAA.
Maintain strict compliance with company and client policies regarding business rules and ethics, as well as applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Preferred
Program Management or healthcare IT experience may be considered

Responsibilities

Develops project plans for schedule, resources, and budget. Requires collaboration with resources managers, lead team members, Finance, and executives.
Coordinates with project teams to identify issues, risks, and opportunities for improvement; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid future risks.
Monitors and manages project quality to ensure project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications are complete.
Compiles and distributes project information, status reports, and portfolio budget expenditures.
Actively engage in continuous improvement of the organization's project management processes and standards.
Other duties as assigned. Interacts with the senior managers, executives, and major stakeholders to establish strategic plans and objectives for an organization.