Job#: 3028712
Job Description:
Job Title: Project Manager
Position Overview
We are currently undertaking an enterprise level program to modernize our technology platforms. In addition to legacy technology platform replacement, the primary objectives of our transformation program are to align our operating environment to optimize the new system and tools, to and enable expansion into other markets.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering one, or multiple projects focused on development and integration of functional system components by collaborating with the program workstream leads, other program team members (including from our third-party solution vendor) and stakeholders across the company, to ensure that all activities are accounted for and monitored proactively. This individual will be responsible for developing and monitoring the project schedule and scope, facilitating communication among workstream teams and other stakeholders, and monitoring and driving to conclusion the actions items, issues, risks and decisions related to the project. This is a highly matrixed role requiring experience, leadership, tact, tenacity and diplomacy.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project and Program Planning and Scheduling
Develop and maintain a comprehensive Schedule
Weekly updates of the Schedule
Collaborate with various teams to gather deliverables, activities and milestones
Create realistic and achievable timelines for delivery
2. Communications and Reporting
Compile a weekly status report
Conduct a weekly status meeting including the project team members, vendor, and others, as needed
Regularly assess project progress and identify deviations from the Schedule
Ensure all the project deliverables and activities are accounted for in the weekly status reports
3. Risk and Issue Management
Identify potential risks and issues that could impact the success of the project
Develop and implement risk response strategies and contingency plans
Maintain the Program Risk Action Item, Issues, Decision (RAID) log
Ensure that every risk and issue have documented action items
Work collaboratively with the workstream leads to ensure the actions items are driven to conclusion
4. Leadership and Team Management
Lead and mentor team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
Promote professional development and knowledge sharing within the team
Encourage a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making
5. Change Management
Manage change within the project, ensuring that changes are communicated effectively and integrated smoothly into ongoing activities
Work with the Change Management team to assess the impact of changes on the project and develop appropriate strategies to manage them
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, Information Systems or a related field
Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools
Expert knowledge of MS-Project, Visio, and MS Office tools
Proven experience as a Program or Project Manager
Understanding of System Development Life Cycles
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
Self-starting, with high attention to detail
Skilled at tactfully driving and managing internal and external team interactions and vendor delivery
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Skills
Experience with Agile or Waterfall methodologies
Familiarity with Health Plans organizations and processes and finance
Familiarity with the concept of Application Programming Interface (API)
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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- Dice Id: apexsan
- Position Id: BHJOB2374_3028712
- Posted 3 hours ago
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