Guidewire Cloud Migration IT Project Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Purchase, NY that is seeking a Guidewire Cloud Migration IT Project Manager to lead and manage the migration of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter to a cloud-based environment. The successful candidate will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of this mission-critical project, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technical requirements, and timelines. This role requires expertise in enterprise software migrations, cloud technologies, and Guidewire products, as well as strong leadership skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Project Leadership:
* Lead and manage the end-to-end migration project of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter from on premise environment to the cloud
* Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and budgets for both systems
* Ensure project alignment with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
* Ensure performance of implementation vendor(s)

Stakeholder Management:
* Collaborate with business leaders, IT teams, and third-party vendors to ensure project objectives for both PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter are clearly defined and met
* Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including executive leadership, in a clear and timely manner
* Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure smooth migration of both PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter; Proactively address issues and roadblocks to minimize project delays and disruptions

Team Coordination:
* Provide guidance and support to team members to achieve project goals

Technical Oversight:
* Work closely with technical teams to ensure proper design, configuration, and implementation of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter in the cloud environment
* Ensure data integrity, system interoperability, and security during migration processes

REQUIREMENTS:
* BA/BS degree
* Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus, but not required
* 8+ years of IT project management with a focus on M&A or IT integration projects
* 3+ years of experience within Commercial Insurance
* Proven experience managing Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter implementations
* Expertise in cloud technologies, including cloud migration strategies, data security, and performance optimization
* Proven track record of managing large-scale IT integrations across multiple regions or business units
* Skilled in applying waterfall, agile, and hybrid project-delivery methodologies for traditional initiatives
* Detailed knowledge of project management (PMLC), software development life cycle (SDLC)methodologies
* Strong facilitation skills with the ability to effectively manage cross-functional team discussions and bridge business and IT priorities
* Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships, ensuring alignment between IT deliverables and business objectives
* Strong management skills with an ability to achieve results in a matrix management environment, fostering collaboration and accountability
* Experience using Project and Portfolio Management tools (e.g., MS Project)
* Proficiency in managing vendor relationships
* Experience with change management and risk management strategies
* Strong analytical, managerial, and leadership abilities, with a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes
* Ability to handle multiple priorities, proactively identify risks to project timelines, and develop effective mitigation strategies
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business terms and vice versa
* Proficient in fostering collaboration between IT and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and mutual understanding of goals and objectives

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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