Advantage Tech
Position Summary
As a Senior IT Project Manager, you will be responsible for multiple projects using Waterfall, Agile, and Kanban methodologies to manage projects. You will work with subject matter experts and IT teams to manage demand, organize backlogs, and communicate delivery plans to multiple groups within and outside of IT. Projects will range from small to large and simple to complex, competing for resources and requiring varied requirements and timeline sensitivities. You will establish and implement project management processes and methodologies for the I.T. PPMT group to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet high quality standards and customer expectations.
Responsibilities
Become intimately familiar with applications currently in use
Coordinate with Application Development and Business teams to ensure that proper care is given in development and testing of all products created by or maintained by IT.
Document projects using the Enterprise Work Management toolset.
Review business and functional requirements to compile a full understanding of deliverables within a project.
Continuously maintain and update project management plans as products evolve during the initial development phases and post‑implementation add‑on / break‑fix scenarios.
Ensure that schedules are met and proactively address issues with management.
Continuously review project performance, update PPMT tools, and brief management on progress.
Develop reporting and dashboards as needed to provide an enterprise view of project status and report to management.
Interact with stakeholders to communicate status.
Mentor other Project Managers.
Qualifications
Non‑Technical
Project Management Expertise: Experience and working knowledge of “best practices” in developing and leading/ managing projects to create solutions, plan, budget, and execute projects in support of customer objectives/goals.
Leadership: Willing to take a position; drive change within the organization; build consensus; act with integrity; take initiative; exercise sound judgment; set the example.
Analytical/Problem Solving: Ability to gather, sort and analyze data and develop logical conclusions; use critical thinking and problem‑solving tools and techniques; communicate options, conclusions, and recommendations.
Interpersonal/Communication: Articulate and capable of conveying ideas clearly/concisely; sensitive to audience needs; keep customers and service teams informed of plans, status, and current problems/challenges; manage internal politics; empathetic and good listener.
Technical
Experience and working knowledge of industry best practices related to insurance brokerage, Third Party Administration (TPA), and underwriting systems.
High level of technical acumen.
High level of business acumen as it relates to the insurance industry.
Quickly understands the overall business strategy, analyzes the business processes, and develops technical solutions to support the business strategy.
Ability to mentor others through issues and if needed, facilitate resolution.
Must be a constant learner; stay up to date on industry knowledge and strive to learn about new and emerging technologies and trends in insurance and securities, as well as regulatory and compliance requirements.
BS in Computer Science, or equivalent experience in a substantially similar position.
5+ years of Project Management within a software development organization.
Strong analytical skills are a must.
Ability to create and execute plans given minimal written instructions.
Ability to liaise with Development, business owners, and internal stakeholders.
Best if experienced with:
Insurance Industry experience.
EDI processing.
Payment Card Industry data security standards (PCI DSS).
Personal Health Information security standards (PHI).
Insurance industry IT support and security.
Laws, policies, procedures, or governance relevant to cybersecurity.
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Responsibilities
Become intimately familiar with applications currently in use
Coordinate with Application Development and Business teams to ensure that proper care is given in development and testing of all products created by or maintained by IT.
Document projects using the Enterprise Work Management toolset.
Review business and functional requirements to compile a full understanding of deliverables within a project.
Continuously maintain and update project management plans as products evolve during the initial development phases and post‑implementation add‑on / break‑fix scenarios.
Ensure that schedules are met and proactively address issues with management.
Continuously review project performance, update PPMT tools, and brief management on progress.
Develop reporting and dashboards as needed to provide an enterprise view of project status and report to management.
Interact with stakeholders to communicate status.
Mentor other Project Managers.
Qualifications
Non‑Technical
Project Management Expertise: Experience and working knowledge of “best practices” in developing and leading/ managing projects to create solutions, plan, budget, and execute projects in support of customer objectives/goals.
Leadership: Willing to take a position; drive change within the organization; build consensus; act with integrity; take initiative; exercise sound judgment; set the example.
Analytical/Problem Solving: Ability to gather, sort and analyze data and develop logical conclusions; use critical thinking and problem‑solving tools and techniques; communicate options, conclusions, and recommendations.
Interpersonal/Communication: Articulate and capable of conveying ideas clearly/concisely; sensitive to audience needs; keep customers and service teams informed of plans, status, and current problems/challenges; manage internal politics; empathetic and good listener.
Technical
Experience and working knowledge of industry best practices related to insurance brokerage, Third Party Administration (TPA), and underwriting systems.
High level of technical acumen.
High level of business acumen as it relates to the insurance industry.
Quickly understands the overall business strategy, analyzes the business processes, and develops technical solutions to support the business strategy.
Ability to mentor others through issues and if needed, facilitate resolution.
Must be a constant learner; stay up to date on industry knowledge and strive to learn about new and emerging technologies and trends in insurance and securities, as well as regulatory and compliance requirements.
BS in Computer Science, or equivalent experience in a substantially similar position.
5+ years of Project Management within a software development organization.
Strong analytical skills are a must.
Ability to create and execute plans given minimal written instructions.
Ability to liaise with Development, business owners, and internal stakeholders.
Best if experienced with:
Insurance Industry experience.
EDI processing.
Payment Card Industry data security standards (PCI DSS).
Personal Health Information security standards (PHI).
Insurance industry IT support and security.
Laws, policies, procedures, or governance relevant to cybersecurity.
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