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Description * Position is eligible for Remote / Work from Home opportunity * Department: Strategy & Ent Risk Mgmnt Telecommuting Eligible: Yes Job Grade: E15 Notice of Collection & Privacy Policy for Applicants Residing in California: California Applicant Privacy Policy | Noridian (noridiansolutions.com) Job Title Strategic Project Manager Job Summary The Strategic Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing projects, programs, or initiatives that are generally significantly higher in complexity and impact to the company. Ensures all projects are managed in accordance with the Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC) along with developing and enforcing project management controls to guarantee better delivery of program objectives within approved timeframe, budget, scope, and quality expectations. This role is an expert in project management processes and best practices, serving as an experienced collaborative partner within the company and multifaceted vendor partnerships to effectively and efficiently execute the strategic plan and corporate goals. Essential Functions Key Duties/Responsibilities/Accountabilities Leads projects that vary in areas of focus including strategic initiatives, technical development and/or vendor integrations, and projects that impact core business operations and processes. Influences the development and implementation of project management best practices making continuous process improvement a priority and championing the project management roadmap. Identifies and conducts departmental and corporate training to gain adoption of project management practices to optimize organizational success. Develops a clearly defined project scope and accepts responsibility to execute the objectives within. Ensures the project has a business case, requirements, critical success factors, a definition of done, and that there is clear ownership and understanding of responsibilities identified throughout life of project and post project. Assembles and leads a project team, working with functional leadership to identify skilled and experienced workers. Leverages leadership competencies to develop working relationships and capabilities within the team, assigning tasks and deadlines, collecting updates, managing team performance, and seeking feedback to improve team cohesion. Defines project tasks and estimates task durations to develop a feasible project schedule in which to accomplish project objectives. Mitigates risks to the project plan by managing issues through proactive identification, analysis, response planning, and control techniques. Measures project progress against the schedule baseline to determine if objectives will be met on time, adjusting competing constraints as needed. Estimates projects costs to develop a project budget, establishing a cost baseline. Collects and tracks expenditures, both capital and operational, to ensure project objectives will be met within budget, adjusting competing constraints as needed. Monitors project progress against planned baselines through continuous measurement, metrics, analytics, and task updates. Controls outcomes through resource reallocation and manages objectives within the project's triple constraints (scope, schedule, and cost). Develops a communication plan, employing appropriate techniques and approaches to engage stakeholders and distribute project information. Methods will be based on varying stakeholder needs and requirements specific to each project. Documents project information thoroughly in accordance with PMLC standards to meet audit requirements and for historical reference to measure and guide process improvement. Non-Essential Duties and Functions Other duties as assigned. Assists in organizational and corporate growth opportunities. Leads by example by promoting teamwork, recognition, enthusiasm, and leadership while demonstrating company values. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Management or related field or equivalent work experience Minimum 3 years' project management experience Highly motivated and skilled professional with the ability to assemble, lead, and motivate a team of professionals who are capable of producing and improving results Strong leadership skills with broad experience leading teams in achieving results and maintaining efficiencies Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills Preferred Qualifications Above requirements and the following: MBA in Project Management or closely related field Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified Scrum Master (CSM) 3-5 progressive years in healthcare Environment and Cognitive/Physical Demands Office Environment Ability to read, hear, speak, keyboard, reason, communicate effectively and problem solve Requires prolonged sitting and telephone usage Requires the use of office equipment such as computer terminals, telephones, copiers and printers Infrequent lifting to 15 pounds Infrequent stooping Travel up to 20% Segregation of Duties Every employee is responsible to perform their duties and responsibilities in accordance with Noridian values, policies and procedures, including but not limited to: Segregation of Duties Principles, HIPAA, Security and Privacy, CMS requirements, the Noridian Compliance Program and any other applicable laws, rules and regulations. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the essential functions, requirements, and responsibilities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Employees may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description, and may be required to perform any task requested by the supervisor or by management. Total Rewards Package: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Voluntary Insurance Plans, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k and Company Match, Company-paid Life Insurance, Education Assistance Program, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Increasing PTO Accrual Plan, Medical/Parental/Disability Leave, Workers Compensation, Retiree Benefits, Severance Package, Employee Assistance Program, Financial and Health Wellness Benefits, Casual Dress, Open Office Setting, and Online Learning System. CMS Access Compliance and Regulation Contingency Statement Some positions require compliance with (i) federal and agency specific regulations and related clauses included in Noridian's prime contracts with the Government, (ii) background checks, and (iii) eligibility for a government-issued identification card. Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities as well as Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity. Below is the salary range for potential new hires. Salary Range: $91,158.44 - $149,931.95 Other Compensation: Self-Managed PTO (if applicable), Incentive Plan Lifestyle Benefit: $50/month This job will be closed 10/08/2024 at 8:00AM CST. No further applications will be considered. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individual with Disabilities, as well as Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity.