Senior IT Project Manager (FULLY REMOTE)

Job#: 3020953

Job Description:
Apex Systems is hiring for a Senior IT Project Manager for a major Healthcare company.

*YOU MUST BE AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE US WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP*

Location: Fully remote anywhere in the United States but CST preferred.

Employment Type: 12-month contract with possibility to extend or convert.

Role Overview

This is an IT project management position supporting multiple applications in the clinical space such as utilization management, care management, appeals/grievances, interoperability, etc. The role will be cross-functional and will require collaboration with application development teams, product teams, and various program and project management teams across the organization.

This position is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of a technology project to ensure it is completed on time and within budget. The role has overall responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing, vendors, and contractual deliverables. The project manager will develop detailed project plans, monitor project milestones, generate periodic status reports, evaluate and manage risk, and incorporate quality measures into project deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and adhere to project timelines, maintain project records in ServiceNow, review Jira/Jira Align records, monitor project budget, document risks and issues, provide weekly status updates, present at investment forums for funding approvals, coordinate with testing teams, etc.

• Manage multiple medium to large-sized projects.
• Work with project stakeholders to develop comprehensive project plans according to allocated time and budget.
• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders, third parties, and vendors.
• Create, build, and update project schedules, charters, status reports, and work breakdown structures.
• Track and report on financial data, performance, and status of multiple projects.
• Identify and manage key project risks, escalating issues to management as needed.
• Facilitate the resolution of project-related conflicts and determine necessary corrective actions.
• Ensure consistency and adherence to corporate operational standards and processes.
• Ensure proper project closure, including documenting lessons learned.
• Prepare information technology project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope, and skill.

Experience: 4 - 6 years of related project management experience.

Technical Skills:

• Project Management skills - specifically with large cross functional projects
• Experience with Jira/Jira Align
• Time Management and Conflict Resolution

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to work independently, identify problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions. Possesses analytical skills, project management skills, and demonstrates a high level of accuracy. Ability to communicate and make recommendations to upper management and drive multiple projects to successful completion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) from PMI.
• strong communication skills, conflict resolution, critical thinking, ability to adapt to various situations/scenarios, time management, prior healthcare experience

Compensation & Benefits

The pay rate for this position is between $60.00 and $70.00 per hour.

Specific benefits packages are available to eligible employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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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.