Project Manager Senior (Remote)

ABOUT UCARE

UCare offers Medicare, Medicaid, Individual and Family health plans – powered by the hardest working people in the industry. Our people powered teams de-complicate, advocate and always go the extra mile to help our members. We serve with integrity, compassion and commitment to do right by members, providers and government partners. Above all, we come to work excited to provide members a path for the best health of their lives.

WORKING AT UCARE

Working at UCare is more than a career; it’s a mission. A mission that defines us as professionals, unites us as an organization and shapes how we interact with our members and each other. Employees join UCare and stay because of the opportunity to have a purpose-driven job.

Our strong culture has established UCare as a Star Tribune Top 200 Workplace for 15 consecutive years since the awards program began. It’s a culture that embraces innovative ideas, strategic partnerships, and exemplary customer and provider experiences. Working at UCare is being a part of a people powered team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of our members and communities.

Position Description

As a Project Manager Senior, you will be responsible to lead and manage corporate-level cross-departmental projects that support the organization’s strategic plan, regulatory requirements, new product development, operational initiatives, or health care reform. Projects may include evaluation and/or implementation of services, systems, or business process improvement opportunities. You are a member of a team where you will participate in a variety of roles. Your role will be determined based on work initiatives and leader direction.

• Responsible for the successful planning, execution and completion of projects.

• Identify challenges, facilitate solution development and make recommendations to the project sponsor and all stakeholders as needed.

• Communicate project status and barriers to key stakeholders throughout the project.

• Develop and maintain project documentation and artifacts such as charters, risk registers, issue logs, and other documentation as defined by the PMO.

• Collaboratively and effectively work with internal and external entities including vendors.

• Mentor project stakeholders and business, and IT project managers who are managing projects within their departments.

• Organize, motivate and provide leadership to cross-functional work teams from all operating areas.

• Provide recommendation and manage individual projects utilizing multiple methodologies (i.e. Waterfall, Agile, etc.).

• Support the development of project budgets and cost benefit analyses.

• Acquire and maintain knowledge of industry practices, trends, and methodologies.

• Support business leaders by identifying strategic or operational project opportunities for annual project planning.

• Build and maintain project management tools, templates, processes and procedures.

• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management, business, or related field preferred; demonstrated work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Required Experience

Seven or more years demonstrated project management experience. At least three years of experience leading large project teams. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications. In-depth knowledge of various project management frameworks (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).

Preferred Experience

PMI Certification is strongly preferred. Practical experience in and/or knowledge of health care, managed care, government programs or health plans is strongly preferred. Agile Scrum Master Certification.

THE UCARE DIFFERENCE

The UCare difference is our people power – employees actively working on the behalf of our members to get them access to the health care they need. We value and respect each individual’s ideas and contributions, and provide the freedom to grow both personally and professionally. We are centrally located, and offer onsite education, equipment and wellness resources, and a myriad of volunteer activities. If you’re looking for an inclusive environment that celebrates your people power, helps you build on your strengths and gives you the opportunity to truly make a difference, we invite you to .