Sr IT Project Manager

Horace Mann•Plano, TX

1d•$89,800 - $125,500•Onsite

About The Position

Horace Mann is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver key initiatives that support business and technology objectives. In this role, you will manage multiple medium to large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with company standards, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. The ideal candidate is a strong leader and communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, adapts easily to change, brings a strategic mindset, and can drive execution across cross-functional teams.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent required
4–8 years of project management experience managing medium to large-scale projects.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Life and Employee Benefits Insurance required.
Strong experience working across multiple lines of business and product areas.
Proven ability to manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level communication.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision while managing multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s preferred
Certification or coursework in Project Management (e.g., CAPM, PMP) preferred.
Experience working in technology-driven environments or IT project delivery.

Responsibilities

Define and clarify project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure successful delivery.
Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed to meet timelines and objectives.
Assist in the creation of business cases and project justifications.
Ensure all technology solutions and services meet company standards and user requirements.
Determine project team structure and define roles and responsibilities.
Set team direction, assign work, and motivate team members to achieve project goals.
Coordinate activities across multiple organizational functions to ensure alignment and efficiency.
Foster a collaborative, transparent, accountable, and results-driven team environment.
Identify, document, and escalate risks, issues, and dependencies.
Develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact and ensure project success.
Serve as the primary point of contact for project sponsors, stakeholders, and senior leadership.
Prepare and deliver clear, concise status reports and updates to project teams and executive audiences.
Lead communications with steering committees and senior management to ensure transparency and alignment.