Project Manager III, Network Innovations

Cambia Health Solutions•Portland, OR

1d•$95,000 - $172,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager III, Network Innovations is part of Cambia’s Network Innovations and Alternative Payment Models (APM) team. The role leads team-, department-, or function-level projects using company-approved methodologies to deliver agreed customer outcomes on schedule and within budget. It oversees planning, estimates, milestones, and progress tracking, and proactively manages project risks, issues, scope, and resources throughout the project life cycle. The position also provides organizational updates for the Network Innovations team and assists with team objectives as needed. The position is hybrid, with three days per week in an office. Offices are in Salt Lake City, Boise, Fargo, Portland, Vancouver, Renton, Medford, Burlington, Lewiston, Little Rock, and Springdale. Preference is given to current employees and candidates within commuting distance of Salt Lake City, Boise, Fargo, Lewiston, Little Rock, and Springdale, or candidates willing to relocate. Cambia is a purpose-driven health care organization focused on creating a person-focused and economically sustainable health care system. The role offers salary ranges that vary by location: the expected offer range is $113,000–$156,000 under the national pay structure, or $102,000–$137,000 under the regional pay structure. Each structure has a 15% bonus target. Cambia describes its culture as collaborative, supportive, and centered on trust, innovation, and sustainable, person-focused health care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 8 years of project and/or program management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to identify problems, mediate issues, develop solutions, and implement a course of action, including risk identification, assessment, and contingency planning.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including writing, presenting, listening, and facilitating; customer service orientation and ability to present to all levels of management.
Extensive knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, including automated project management software and the project life cycle.
Demonstrated ability to meet budget, timeline, and requirements targets while managing variances and mitigating delays and critical resource allocation issues.
Core functional competencies in budgeting, change management, methodology approach and business life cycle, and planning and organizational skills.
Experience leading large-scale, complex projects and teams, with strong leadership and influencing skills.
Ability to motivate teams, deliver defined outcomes, and build trusting relationships with sponsors, partners, and stakeholders to identify and implement solutions.
Ability to proactively ensure business readiness, including consideration of organizational change management.
Ability to negotiate competing resources and build consensus across priorities, with business acumen and understanding of division and organizational goals.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multitasking environment with changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Certificate in Project Management preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
Experience with AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity and decision-making is highly desired.
Experience managing projects related to Alternative Payment Models, including ACOs, bundled payment, or quality incentive programs, with payers or providers is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, coordinate, and report project activities in accordance with Project Management Office policies and standards, overseeing multiple department-level projects to deliver on time and within budget.
Manage multiple large-scale, complex projects from initiation through closure, meeting schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
Drive outcomes through planning, task definition, scope management, resource allocation and negotiation, risk mitigation, cost management, and stakeholder communication.
Assemble project teams, assign responsibilities, identify resources, and guide team members.
Prepare and present discussion topics, decisions needed, and recommendations to leadership; keep leaders informed about issues that could affect completion, budget, or results.
Manage organizational change and business readiness so the organization can sustain project benefits, and ensure timely resolution of in-scope problems.
Define, collect, and analyze project metrics; recommend actions to keep projects on target and cost-effective, and stay current on project management methodology.
Collaborate across departments on divisional or organizational strategies and initiatives, and represent the organization in project-related meetings and presentations.
Provide organizational updates for the Network Innovations team and assist with team objectives as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible family members, including mental health benefits.
Annual employer contribution to a health savings account.
Generous paid time off that varies by role and tenure, in addition to 10 company-paid holidays.
401(k) retirement plan with company match and potential discretionary contribution based on company performance, with no vesting period.
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off, subject to eligibility requirements.
Wellness programs with participation rewards.
Employee Assistance Fund.
Commute and parking benefits.
Competitive base pay and bonus opportunities.
Work-from-home options for most roles, subject to wired internet connection requirements.
Employee resource groups and opportunities to participate in company-supported community outreach programs.