Senior Project Manager

Metroplus Health Plan • New York, NY

76d • $135,000 - $145,000

About The Position

MetroPlusHealth is committed to empowering New Yorkers by uniting communities through care. We believe that Health care is a right, not a privilege. If you have compassion and a collaborative spirit, work with us. You can come to work being proud of what you do every day. The Senior Project Manager is a senior-level role responsible for managing complex, high-visibility projects and programs that are critical to MetroPlusHealth's strategic objectives. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for working with stakeholders at all levels to oversee the execution of project/program goals as well as measure and communicate overall success. Duties consist of organizing, implementing, and tracking complex, high visibility projects leveraging project management methodology and tools to clearly define project scope, outcomes and oversee the execution of work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Healthcare, or related field (master's preferred).
• PMP required.
• Additional certifications preferred (PMI-ACP, Scrum Master).
• 7+ years of project/program management experience.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects or programs.
• Strong knowledge of waterfall and Agile project management practices.
• Experience in tools like MS Project, JIRA, or similar platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certifications (PMI-ACP, Scrum Master).

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale projects, ensuring scope, budget, and timelines are met.
• Develop project plans leveraging Project Management methodology including setting concrete measurable goals, defining project scope, timelines, and allocating and engaging appropriate stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business units to understand requirements and develop project plans/charters.
• Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure adherence to EPMO governance and compliance standards.
• Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards.
• Anticipate and communicate risks up front.
• Serve as the central point person responsible for ensuring that projects are executed within agreed upon timeframe.
• Organize, attend, and actively engage in any other relevant stakeholder gatherings.
• Serve as the main point of contact for project stakeholders, independently working to provide updates on project status, manage expectations, and ensure satisfaction.
• Independently gather and analyze data as needed to support project goals.
• Prepare meeting summaries documenting and disseminating significant decisions or discussion points.
• Create progress reports and PowerPoint presentations tailored to various audiences including high level summaries for executive and/or c-suite leadership.
• Escalate issues and barriers for resolution in a timely fashion.
• Ongoing administrative support and oversight.
• Identify and communicate areas of opportunity for improvement in project management and/or project execution including but not limited to coordination of team function, resource allocation, management of stakeholder expectations, deliverables/timelines, infrastructure and support.
• Provide regular updates to leadership through status reports and dashboards.
• Provide ideas in project management best practices and emerging trends.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members.
• Manage expectations and address stakeholder concerns.

Benefits

• Full-Time employment
• Salary Range: $135,000.00 - $145,000.00

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree