Remote Senior Project Manager in Orlando, FL at Vaco

Job Description

MISSION

Ensure every project has an exceptionally positive experience. Use a consultative approach to ensure best practices are persuasively presented throughout the entire process, positioning the compnay as a valued trusted advisor. As a team leader, encourage and support the efforts of the team assigned to each project. As a project management professional, seek continuous process improvement opportunities throughout each project to ensure continuous improvement and efficiency. As a leader among peers, actively participate in their personal and professional development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Lead and manage large complex technology projects simultaneously (dependent upon size and scope), successfully delivering each on time, on budget, within scope and of highest quality.

* Create and manage detailed project plans from scratch that identify all workstreams, milestones, details and resources required to successfully complete each project and deliver an exceptional client experience.

* Lead the definition of project scope, deliverables, workstreams, milestones and project timeline.

* Create detailed project plans utilizing appropriate resource levels and secure stakeholder approval.

* Communicate project status and details clearly and effectively with all stakeholders.

* Champion all project changes through the Change Order process to successful completion.

* Escalate issues quickly and accurately to the appropriate stakeholders.

* Lead and document "Lessons Learned" session within 30 days of go-live.

* Coach and act as a mentor to facilitate continued growth and development among peers and co-workers.

* Implement the organizational change management practices for new product launches for operations and support organizations.

* Look for system and process efficiencies, recommending and championing improvements throughout Alegeus.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor's degree required.

* Minimum of 5 years' experience in project/program management.

* Minimum of 5 years' experience managing cross functional projects working with product/technology team on new product launches.

* Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.

* Extensive work experience in software operations, healthcare technology, benefits administration, financial services, financial operations, or related fields.

* Extensive experience successfully leading mid-sized and large-sized projects using PMI principles.

* Experience with agile development methodologies (ex- SCRUM)

* Experience in driving adoption of program and project management best practices.

* Software development and product management experience preferred.

* Experience in building partnerships across different product organizations

* Experience in delivering on multi-year product roadmaps

* Transformation and change management experience a plus.

* Proven track record of successfully leading large, complex projects in matrixed organizations, providing consultative services to a variety of internal and external clients, and successfully leading teams through challenging and difficult implementations.

ROLE-BASED COMPETENCIES

* Demonstrates exceptional organizational, communication and presentation skills.

* Possesses expert knowledge of Financial Force and Microsoft Office suite of products, including Project, Visio, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

* Possesses excellent business judgement, strong written and oral communication skills and a practical common-sense approach to getting things done.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Laser focused, persistent and detail oriented; works efficiently to meet all deadlines and deliverables.

* Brings an optimistic and positive approach to problem solving.

* Leads colleagues to create and execute successful solutions for complex problems.

* Comfortable with delegation, continuous task management, and team development.

6 Month Contract to Hire Position (remote)