Project Manager IS

Reliance Matrix

14d•$81,150 - $116,990•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager reporting into the director of the PMO will require full life cycle project delivery experience from requirements through software development and User Acceptance Testing. Projects will be challenging but achievable, staffed with interdepartmental teams in a collaborative, fast paced environment. Project Managers have executive level support in the delivery, escalation, risk mitigation and scope management of all projects. Project activities include, but are not limited to, establishing clear and achievable objectives and planning and directing people to reach objectives while balancing competing demands for quality, scope, time, and cost, and adapting to different concerns and expectations of stakeholders. This position will collaborate with internal and external business partners to achieve goals and objectives. They are responsible for leading key strategic initiatives of various types, including the execution of application development, product development, operational efficiency improvements and other efforts Project Management: Success delivering products/services in a high growth environment, exhibiting strong ability to identify and solve customer –focused problems. Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and opinions. Must have broad knowledge of enterprise business processes across HR, Accounting, Sales, and Operations within a Services industry. Must be able to develop project plans, goals; identifying resources needed. Must be able to identify, track and mitigate risks and issues that impact the project and appropriately escalate to leadership as needed. Must be able to create detailed communications to internal and external stakeholders. Proven successful decision making in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Requirements

3 - 5 years PM experience managing technology and software development related projects required
Demonstrated project management skills and success, including cross-organizational initiatives, including familiarity with project management approaches, tools and phases of the project lifecycle
Strong verbal and written communication skills a must, including presentation skills and the ability to utilize provided tools to translate project and analytic work into detailed packaged deliverables
Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines
Proven ability to develop strong, collaborative working relationships and establish a high level of credibility across functions, lines of business and organizational levels, skilled at resolving conflict and negotiating effectively and tactfully
Strong business acumen, with proven ability to leverage knowledge base to quickly come up to speed in new business areas and new types of projects
Ability to manage priorities and workflow and a working knowledge/understanding of project management methodology
Strong collaborative skills, positive attitude, high energy, and results orientation.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to balance the need to gather detail with the need to solve the problem
Solid ability to work effectively in a dynamic, rapidly changing business and technical environment
Advanced PC skills, including SharePoint administration, MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Excel
Effectively uses technical project management tools

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
PMP certification preferred
Workday Experience Helpful
Experience in the Group Insurance industry a plus

Responsibilities

establishing clear and achievable objectives
planning and directing people to reach objectives while balancing competing demands for quality, scope, time, and cost, and adapting to different concerns and expectations of stakeholders
collaborating with internal and external business partners to achieve goals and objectives
leading key strategic initiatives of various types, including the execution of application development, product development, operational efficiency improvements and other efforts
develop project plans, goals; identifying resources needed
identify, track and mitigate risks and issues that impact the project and appropriately escalate to leadership as needed
create detailed communications to internal and external stakeholders
decision making

Benefits

An annual performance bonus for all team members
Generous 401(k) company match that is immediately vested
A choice of three medical plans (that include prescription drug coverage) to suit your unique needs.
For High Deductible Health Plan enrollees, a company contribution to your Health Savings Account
Multiple options for dental and vision coverage
Company provided Life & Disability Insurance to ensure financial protection when you need it most
Family friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
Hybrid work arrangements for eligible roles
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Professional Education
Paid Time Off – new hires start with at least 20 days of PTO per year in addition to nine company paid holidays. As you grow with us, your PTO may increase based on your level within the company and years of service.
Volunteer days, community partnerships, and Employee Assistance Program
Ability to connect with colleagues around the country through our Employee Resource Group program