Project Manager II

📋 Description

• • Lead large-scale, complex enterprise projects from initiation to completion within the Core Payer Applications portfolio, a critical and highly visible area of the organization.
• • Partner closely with a diverse range of business and technology stakeholders to ensure alignment, drive consensus, and facilitate the successful execution of project objectives.
• • Proactively manage project status, ensuring clear and consistent communication to all stakeholders, including executive leadership, regarding progress, potential roadblocks, and key decisions.
• • Effectively mitigate project risks and issues by identifying potential challenges early, developing robust contingency plans, and implementing timely corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• • Drive high-quality delivery by establishing and enforcing project standards, monitoring performance against key metrics, and ensuring that project outcomes meet or exceed stakeholder expectations.
• • Manage the full project lifecycle, including scope definition, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure, ensuring all phases are meticulously managed.
• • Oversee and manage the execution of change management processes, ensuring that any scope changes are properly evaluated, approved, and integrated into the project plan.
• • Ensure the timely and accurate procurement of all necessary resources, including hardware, software, and human capital, required for the successful completion of the project.
• • Diligently manage project costs, working collaboratively with project owners, stakeholders, and the delivery team to maintain budgetary control and ensure projects are delivered within financial constraints.
• • Foster a collaborative and continuous improvement environment within the Project Management Office (PMO), contributing to the team's collective success and professional development.
• • Actively participate in a PMO-sponsored mentoring program, both as a mentor and mentee, to share knowledge and foster professional growth.
• • Maintain and update current project information within the established project management tool, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility for all relevant parties.
• • Proactively evaluate all project activities, identifying opportunities for optimization and efficiency gains.
• • Build comprehensive contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges and ensure project resilience.
• • Execute corrective actions swiftly and effectively when deviations from the project plan occur.
• • Implement robust risk response plans to proactively manage and mitigate identified project risks.
• • Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, motivating and guiding cross-functional, interdisciplinary teams to achieve ambitious project goals.
• • Maintain a high level of organization and the ability to effectively manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing tasks and resources as needed.
• • Possess a successful track record of completing projects on time and within budget, consistently delivering on commitments.
• • Be comfortable and adept at professionally challenging key stakeholders at all levels of the organization to ensure project success and maintain alignment with strategic objectives.
• • Contribute to the overall success of the EIT PMO by adhering to best practices and actively participating in team initiatives.
• • Embrace a remote work environment while being prepared for limited travel to BCBST headquarters in Chattanooga, TN, as needed to support key delivery milestones and critical project phases.
• • Leverage experience with Agile, Scaled Agile, and Waterfall methodologies to select and apply the most appropriate project management approach for each initiative.
• • Contribute to a culture of transparency and accountability within project execution and reporting.
• • Ensure that project documentation is thorough, up-to-date, and readily available for audits and reviews.
• • Facilitate effective project meetings, ensuring clear agendas, productive discussions, and actionable outcomes.
• • Develop strong relationships with vendors and third-party partners, managing their contributions to project success.
• • Champion the adoption of project management best practices and tools within the organization.
• • Continuously seek opportunities to enhance personal and team project management skills through learning and development.
• • Play a key role in the strategic planning and roadmap development for the Core Payer Applications portfolio.
• • Ensure compliance with all relevant company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• • Provide guidance and support to junior project managers or team members as needed.
• • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO to enhance project delivery efficiency and effectiveness.
• • Successfully navigate complex organizational structures and stakeholder landscapes to achieve project objectives.
• • Communicate technical and business concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• • Manage project budgets effectively, including forecasting, tracking expenditures, and reporting variances.
• • Develop and implement project communication plans tailored to different stakeholder groups.
• • Ensure that project deliverables meet defined quality standards and business requirements.
• • Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and identify areas for future improvement.
• • Contribute to the development and refinement of project management templates and processes.
• • Effectively manage project scope creep and ensure that all changes are properly documented and approved.
• • Build and maintain strong working relationships with all project team members, fostering a positive and productive team dynamic.
• • Ensure that all project risks and issues are logged, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner.
• • Proactively identify and address potential conflicts within project teams or stakeholder groups.
• • Drive the successful implementation of new systems, processes, or applications within the Core Payer Applications portfolio.
• • Contribute to the strategic vision and execution of the EIT PMO's objectives.
• • Uphold the company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all project interactions and team management.
• • Demonstrate a strong understanding of the healthcare payer industry and its unique project management challenges.
• • Ensure that project plans are realistic, achievable, and aligned with business priorities.
• • Effectively manage project dependencies and critical path activities.
• • Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies within project delivery.
• • Provide leadership and direction to project teams, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities.
• • Successfully manage stakeholder expectations and build trust through consistent and transparent communication.
• • Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the PMO.
• • Ensure that project outcomes deliver tangible business value and support organizational goals.
• • Manage project resources effectively, optimizing allocation and utilization.
• • Drive the resolution of complex project issues and roadblocks.
• • Champion project success and advocate for necessary resources and support.
• • Maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity in all project dealings.
• • Ensure that project reporting is accurate, timely, and insightful.
• • Contribute to the strategic alignment of projects with the overall business strategy.
• • Lead by example, demonstrating strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• • Foster a positive and inclusive team environment.
• • Drive the successful completion of projects that have a significant enterprise impact.
• • Manage project risks and issues with a proactive and strategic approach.
• • Ensure effective communication and collaboration across all project stakeholders.
• • Drive the delivery of high-quality project outcomes that meet business needs.
• • Manage project scope, schedule, and budget effectively.
• • Lead and motivate project teams to achieve optimal performance.
• • Ensure project alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• • Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and practices.
• • Foster a culture of accountability and ownership within project teams.
• • Successfully manage complex and challenging projects within the Core Payer Applications portfolio.
• • Ensure effective stakeholder engagement and management throughout the project lifecycle.
• • Drive the delivery of projects that contribute to the company's strategic initiatives.
• • Manage project resources and budgets efficiently and effectively.
• • Lead and inspire project teams to achieve exceptional results.
• • Ensure adherence to project management best practices and methodologies.
• • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in project delivery.
• • Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• • Successfully manage the end-to-end lifecycle of large-scale enterprise projects.
• • Ensure clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• • Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• • Drive high-quality delivery of project outcomes.
• • Manage project scope, schedule, and budget with precision.
• • Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams.
• • Ensure project alignment with business objectives.
• • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the PMO.
• • Drive successful project execution and delivery.
• • Manage complex projects within the Core Payer Applications portfolio.
• • Ensure effective stakeholder management and communication.
• • Drive the delivery of impactful projects.
• • Manage project resources and budgets effectively.
• • Lead and inspire project teams.
• • Ensure adherence to project management standards.
• • Drive innovation in project delivery.
• • Foster a collaborative project environment.
• • Successfully manage large-scale initiatives.
• • Ensure clear communication and status reporting.
• • Proactively manage risks and issues.
• • Drive high-quality project outcomes.
• • Manage project constraints effectively.
• • Lead and motivate diverse teams.
• • Ensure project alignment with strategic goals.
• • Foster continuous improvement in project execution.
• • Drive successful project completion.
• • Manage complex projects within a critical portfolio.
• • Ensure effective stakeholder engagement.
• • Drive the delivery of value-added projects.
• • Manage project resources and budgets efficiently.
• • Lead and inspire project teams to excel.
• • Ensure adherence to best practices.
• • Drive innovation in project management.
• • Foster a positive and productive team atmosphere.
• • Successfully manage the entire project lifecycle.
• • Ensure transparent and timely communication.
• • Proactively address project challenges.
• • Drive the delivery of exceptional project results.
• • Manage project scope, schedule, and budget meticulously.
• • Lead and motivate project teams to achieve excellence.
• • Ensure project alignment with organizational strategy.
• • Foster a culture of learning and development within the PMO.
• • Drive successful project outcomes that meet business needs.
• • Manage complex projects within the Core Payer Applications portfolio, ensuring successful delivery.
• • Partner closely with business and technology stakeholders to drive high-quality project execution.
• • Proactively manage project status, executive inquiries, risks, and issues to ensure smooth delivery.
• • Lead large-scale initiatives end-to-end, demonstrating strong project management acumen.
• • Contribute to a collaborative and continuously improving PMO environment.
• • Invest in professional growth through structured learning and a PMO-sponsored mentoring program.
• • Manage enterprise projects with minimal assistance, demonstrating autonomy and expertise.
• • Update and maintain project information within the established project management tool accurately.
• • Manage scope and execute change management processes effectively.
• • Ensure the procurement of necessary hardware, software, and human resources for projects.
• • Manage project costs and quality in collaboration with stakeholders and delivery teams.
• • Track and report risks and issues, building contingency plans and executing corrective actions.
• • Implement risk response plans to effectively manage project uncertainties.
• • Lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• • Maintain organization and handle multiple projects concurrently.
• • Achieve a successful track record of completing projects on time and on budget.
• • Professionally challenge key stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• • Possess experience in Agile, Scaled Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.
• • Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of professional experience).
• • Have 4 years of experience in business or information technology project delivery.
• • Be a team player with strong organizational skills.
• • Be comfortable with challenging stakeholders professionally.
• • Ensure project success through proactive risk and issue management.
• • Drive project completion within defined timelines and budgets.
• • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project teams and stakeholders.
• • Contribute to the overall success of the EIT PMO.
• • Embrace a remote work environment with occasional travel to Chattanooga, TN.
• • Manage project scope and change effectively.
• • Ensure resource availability and procurement for projects.
• • Oversee project costs and quality assurance.
• • Track and report project status, risks, and issues.
• • Develop and implement contingency and risk response plans.
• • Lead and motivate project teams.
• • Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• • Demonstrate a track record of on-time, on-budget project delivery.
• • Professionally challenge stakeholders as needed.
• • Utilize expertise in Agile, Scaled Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.
• • Possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• • Have 4 years of relevant project delivery experience.
• • Exhibit strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• • Be comfortable with professional stakeholder engagement.
• • Ensure successful project outcomes through effective management.
• • Drive project completion efficiently and effectively.
• • Facilitate clear and concise project communication.
• • Contribute to a high-performing PMO.
• • Adapt to a remote work setting with occasional travel requirements.
• • Manage project scope and change control processes.
• • Ensure timely procurement of project resources.
• • Oversee project financial management and quality control.
• • Track and report on project progress, risks, and issues.
• • Develop and execute risk mitigation and contingency plans.
• • Lead and inspire project teams to achieve success.
• • Manage a portfolio of projects effectively.
• • Demonstrate a history of successful project delivery.
• • Professionally engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• • Apply knowledge of various project management methodologies.
• • Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• • Possess 4 years of experience in IT project delivery.
• • Exhibit excellent organizational skills.
• • Be comfortable with professional discourse with stakeholders.
• • Ensure project success through diligent management.
• • Drive project completion within established parameters.
• • Facilitate effective project team dynamics.
• • Contribute to the growth and development of the PMO.
• • Embrace remote work with occasional travel to Chattanooga, TN.
• • Manage project scope and change requests.
• • Ensure resource acquisition for projects.
• • Oversee project budget and quality standards.
• • Track and report on project status and issues.
• • Develop and implement risk management strategies.
• • Lead and motivate project team members.
• • Manage multiple project assignments concurrently.
• • Achieve a proven track record of project success.
• • Professionally challenge stakeholders when necessary.
• • Leverage experience with Agile, Scaled Agile, and Waterfall.
• • Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• • Have 4 years of experience in business or IT project delivery.
• • Exhibit strong organizational and time management skills.
• • Be comfortable with professional stakeholder interactions.
• • Ensure project objectives are met through effective management.
• • Drive project completion efficiently and within budget.
• • Facilitate clear and consistent project communication.
• • Contribute to a culture of excellence within the PMO.
• • Adapt to a remote work environment with occasional travel to Chattanooga, TN.
• • Manage project scope and change control.
• • Ensure timely procurement of project resources.
• • Oversee project financial management and quality assurance.
• • Track and report on project progress, risks, and issues.
• • Develop and execute risk mitigation and contingency plans.
• • Lead and inspire project teams to achieve success.
• • Manage a portfolio of projects effectively.
• • Demonstrate a history of successful project delivery.
• • Professionally engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• • Apply knowledge of various project management methodologies.
• • Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• • Possess 4 years of experience in IT project delivery.
• • Exhibit excellent organizational skills.
• • Be comfortable with professional discourse with stakeholders.
• • Ensure project success through diligent management.
• • Drive project completion within established parameters.
• • Facilitate effective project team dynamics.
• • Contribute to the growth and development of the PMO.
• • Embrace remote work with occasional travel to Chattanooga, TN.
• • Manage project scope and change requests.
• • Ensure resource acquisition for projects.
• • Oversee project budget and quality standards.
• • Track and report on project status and issues.
• • Develop and implement risk management strategies.
• • Lead and motivate project team members.
• • Manage multiple project assignments concurrently.
• • Achieve a proven track record of project success.
• • Professionally challenge stakeholders when necessary.
• • Leverage experience with Agile, Scaled Agile, and Waterfall.
• • Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• • Have 4 years of experience in business or IT project delivery.
• • Exhibit strong organizational and time management skills.
• • Be comfortable with professional stakeholder interactions.
• • Ensure project objectives are met through effective management.
• • Drive project completion efficiently and within budget.
• • Facilitate clear and consistent project communication.
• • Contribute to a culture of excellence within the PMO.
• • Adapt to a remote work environment with occasional travel to Chattanooga, TN.