Project Manager

Description
A mid-size insurance company is seeking to add a Project manager to their PMO to plan and execute large, strategic application migration projects for the organization. This individual oversees projects from initiation through closure, coordinating cross-functional teams, vendors, technologies, applications, and business areas to ensure successful delivery of project goals. The Project Manager provides strategic oversight, strong leadership, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Primary Responsibilities
Project Oversight: Lead and manage multiple large-scale projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations, and effectively motivating project teams.
Strategic Planning and Execution: Develop and manage detailed project plans and documentation, including schedules, scope statements, budgets, resource allocation, risk and issue logs, status reports and deliverables. Proactively monitor progress and adapt plans to address evolving needs.
Team Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams, providing guidance and support to ensure project objectives ae met.
Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing updates and gathering feedback throughout the project lifecycle driving results in a collaborative environment.
Risk & Issue Management: Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation strategies and/or resolve issues promptly to minimize impact and maintain project momentum.
Quality Assurance: Ensure all project deliverables meet defined quality standards and business requirements
Budget Management: Oversee project budgets, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and project remain within financial constraints.
Vendor & Release Management: Oversee vendor relationships and coordinate release management activities to ensure seamless integration and delivery.
Reporting & Communication: Regularly demonstrate effective and impactful communication by:
o Providing regular status updates and performance reports to management
o Reviewing team reports across projects and addressing concerns proactively
o Collaborating with IT and business units to manage expectations and ensure alignment of deliverables
o Facilitating effective project meetings, managing change and conflict when necessary
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in project management, business management or a related field.
Experience: 5-7 years of experience in project management or a similar role, with a proven track record of managing complex projects. Experience in platform migration from legacy systems to modern technologies is highly desirable. Prior work experience in the life insurance industry, a plus.
Certifications: Advanced certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CSM (Certified ScrumMaster) are preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid). Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools like JIRA, MS Project, Azure DevOps to track progress, manage resources, and report outcomes.
Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor team members.
Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities with a strategic mindset and attention to detail and the capacity to manage shifting priorities and demands.
Skills
Project management, Agile, Pmp, Waterfall, Project plan, Implementation, Sdlc
Top Skills Details
Project management,Agile,Pmp,Waterfall,Project plan,Implementation,Sdlc
Additional Skills & Qualifications
**Insurance experience
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Peoria, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Peoria,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.