Senior Managed Care Operations (MCO) Project Manager

Molina Talent Acquisition

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About The Position

Manages people who are responsible for internal business projects and programs involving department or cross-functional teams of subject matter experts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to manage resources, mitigate risks, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction. Builds work breakdown structures, monitors task activities, and ensures state contract timelines are met. Monitors the project from inception through delivery. May engage and oversee the work of external vendors. Assigns, directs and monitors project teams through requirement solicitation, requirement documentation, and Sponsor approvals. Works as the liaison between the health plan and IT to ensure requirements are interpreted correctly and the development lifecycle timeline is being followed. Communicates project status through weekly reporting, project status meetings, and leadership presentations. Manages the project RACI and RAID log, project plan, and other project management tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7 years experience as a Health Insurance industry Project Management professional.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7-9 years as Health Insurance industry Project Management professional.
• 3-5 years in Managed Care with emphasis on Managed Care Operations.
• PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP, PMI-PBA or Six Sigma Black/Green Belt certification.

Responsibilities

• Defines project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develops detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Leads project teams, assigns tasks, and monitors progress.
• Manages budgets, timelines, and project risks.
• Communicates project status, issues, and milestones to stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensures quality standards and compliance with company policies.
• Facilitates meetings, workshops, and presentations.
• Identifies and resolves project roadblocks and conflicts.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees