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Description We are looking for a Project Manager/Sr. Consultant to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. The individual will be responsible for leading programs with multiple, large, cross-functional projects that are closely related and aimed at achieving a single goal. These programs bear significant risk, benefits, or visibility and have a considerable impact on company operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Directing multiple, related projects or programs, including managing stakeholders, communications, and overall project progress against expectations.

• Managing to quality, time, resource, and budget expectations.

• Maintaining alignment of program scope with strategic business objectives, recommending modifications to the program to enhance effectiveness toward the business result or strategic intent.

• Identifying and overseeing needed resources to meet program objectives.

• Monitoring the status of specific project dependencies related to the overall project and incorporating such constraints into the overall plan.

• Identifying and collaborating to resolve or mitigate risk and issues.

• Managing project budget and resource allocation.

• Ensuring the use of project management tools.

• Mentoring and coaching less experienced Project Managers.

Skills required include:

• Proficiency in Atlassian Jira, Business operations, Formal Project Management, IT project management, Cross Functional Project Management, PMO - Project Management Office, Project Management, Full SDLC, SDLC - Software Development Life Cycle, Commercial Insurance, and Project Deadlines.

• Expert knowledge of project management life cycle, tools, and processes.

• Strong business acumen and ability to translate business plans into action.

• Experience working with technology development processes.

• Advanced skills in finance, cross-cultural awareness, leadership, communication, influence, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

• Leadership skills including demonstrated ability to influence others.

• Strong knowledge of change management techniques and facilitation skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to influence others and communicate across all areas of the Company.

• Ability to make decisions, use independent judgment, establish priorities, and work effectively on multiple initiatives concurrently.

• Strong mental agility and analytical and conceptual thinking. Requirements • Must hold a minimum of 7 years experience in a Project Manager/Sr. Consultant role

• Proficient in Atlassian Jira

• Demonstrated knowledge in Business operations

• Proven experience in Formal Project Management

• Experienced in IT project management

• Proficient in Cross Functional Project Management

• Demonstrated experience in PMO - Project Management Office

• Strong knowledge in Project Management

• Familiarity with Full SDLC

• Experienced in SDLC - Software Development Life Cycle

• Knowledge in Commercial Insurance is a plus

• Ability to meet Project Deadlines

• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field

• Strong ability to manage and lead a team

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage stress

• Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively

• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a team. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.®

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