Responsible for definition, planning and delivery of complex programs that require cross-functional collaboration and management of interdependencies between a group of projects and/or related activities
Organizes, plans, and maintains Program roadmap consisting of cross-functional activities/projects
Work with business and technical organizations to assemble project teams
Lead Project Managers and Program team in the development and maintenance of comprehensive plans for a defined program
Work with Executive Sponsor and Business Owner of a Program, and other management as required, to achieve the Program objectives
Monitor, evaluate and report on Program status inclusive of scope, schedule, budget and alignment to Program and strategic goals
Direct corrective action as needed to maintain the viability of the Program
Develop and maintain positive customer relationships
Deliver presentations of project status to effectively communicate throughout the project lifecycle
Adhere to Highmark project management methods, project lifecycle methodologies, and audit requirements

Minimum 1
3 years experience in a project manager role and/or in a project leadership role
Preferred Health Care Insurance industry business and operational knowledge
Experience with an industry standard software development lifecycle
Minimum High School Diploma/GED
Preferred Bachelor’s degree
PMP certification or equivalent training preferred

Project Manager

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