Project Manager

Elevance Health•Norfolk, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for working with business partners to identify and implement small to medium projects that support achievement of simple to complex unit or corporate goals. This role requires associates to be in-office 1 day per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law.

Requirements

Requires a BA/BS in a related field and minimum of 3 years professional project management experience, which at least 2 years are spent leading and directing project tasks; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
Experience working in a lead role on one or more projects strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages the development of a prescribed planning document.
Develops project charter; partners with sponsors to secure project approval.
Develops communication management plan; defines project team roles and responsibilities.
Develops work plan structure and project schedule; develops deployment plan; leads project meetings.
Identifies, documents and prioritizes scope changes and facilitates approval process.
Maintains and updates all project documents; secures the appropriate skill sets for project; sets and manages expectations with resource managers and team members.
Provides performance feedback to team members and resource managers; maintains issue log; facilitates resolution of issues.
Executes communication plans; regularly reports status of reports.
Manages and monitors ROI throughout the project lifecycle; tracks and manages time and budget against plan.
Develops testing strategy; conduct project close-out activities; prepares and participates in quality review checkpoints; obtain/secure and archive necessary approvals.