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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead complex strategic initiatives within their organization. This pivotal role is based in the vibrant tech hub of Austin, Texas, US , offering a hybrid work environment that blends the benefits of in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end management of critical projects, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure. This involves defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. You will develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resources, budgets, and risk assessments. Key responsibilities include managing cross-functional teams, facilitating communication, and ensuring all project milestones are met on time and within budget. This role demands exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale projects in fast-paced environments, preferably within the technology or consulting sectors. A deep understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) is essential. You will be expected to identify and mitigate project risks, manage changes effectively, and report on project progress to executive leadership. Strong stakeholder management skills are crucial for building relationships and ensuring alignment across diverse groups. This position offers a significant opportunity for professional growth and impact, contributing directly to the company's strategic objectives. If you are a results-oriented leader with a passion for driving innovation and delivering excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including detailed schedules, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Effectively manage project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring accountability.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project status, updates, and critical issues to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations as required.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned for future projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.
• 5+ years of proven experience in project management, with a focus on strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, cross-functional projects from inception to completion.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment and manage distributed teams effectively.

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Program Manager to lead complex, high-impact strategic initiatives. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work from home part of the week while collaborating in our vibrant Austin, Texas, US office for key team interactions and strategic planning sessions. You will be responsible for driving the successful execution of cross-functional projects from inception through completion, ensuring alignment with company objectives and delivering measurable results. This position requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, resources, budget, and risk assessment.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Effectively communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path, proactively addressing potential roadblocks.
• Implement and maintain project management best practices, tools, and methodologies.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and ensure continuous improvement.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure successful delivery of third-party services.
• Drive change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of project outcomes.
• Contribute to the development of the company's overall strategic roadmap and portfolio management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in program or project management, successfully delivering complex initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale, cross-functional projects with significant budgets and resources.
• Strong understanding of various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and navigate complex organizational structures.
• Experience in the technology or related industry is a strong advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape strategic direction and drive critical business outcomes for a leading organization. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget, leveraging a hybrid work model.

Our client is seeking a results-oriented Senior Project Manager to lead pivotal strategic initiatives. This role demands exceptional organizational and leadership skills, a proven ability to manage complex projects from inception to completion, and a strong understanding of business strategy. You will be responsible for driving key organizational goals, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is a hybrid role, requiring regular in-office presence in Austin, Texas, US , complemented by remote work flexibility.

Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes effectively, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Track project progress, report on milestones, and communicate status updates to all relevant parties.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned for future projects.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders, team members, and external partners.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Champion the adoption of new processes and technologies to enhance project execution.
• Contribute to the strategic planning process by identifying potential project opportunities.
• Ensure all projects align with the company's overall strategic objectives and vision.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication abilities. The hybrid model is designed to foster both focused remote work and essential in-person collaboration with teams in the Austin area.

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Program Manager to lead critical strategic initiatives. This pivotal role will be based in our office in Austin, Texas, US , with a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in managing complex, cross-functional projects from inception through completion. Responsibilities include defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. You will develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring adherence to best practices in project management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall. Regular reporting on project status, risks, and issues to executive leadership is crucial. You will facilitate communication and collaboration among diverse teams, including engineering, marketing, operations, and product development, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Engineering, or Computer Science), with a Master's degree or PMP certification being highly desirable. A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in project or program management is required, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership capacity. Demonstrated experience in managing multi-million dollar projects and complex organizational change initiatives is essential. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are a must, along with exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project) is expected. The ability to navigate ambiguity, drive consensus, and influence stakeholders at all levels is critical for success in this role. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organization.

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The Senior Program Delivery Professional HOS Strategic Initiatives strategically identifies enterprise partners to develop and lead partnership opportunities to influence the health outcomes survey (HOS). This role will collaborate closely with enterprise partners to develop and execute strategic initiatives that align with Humana's goals and objectives to improvement HOS performance. In partnership with leadership, this role will identify opportunities and lead follow-through efforts to ensure strategic action planning is executed.
The Senior Program Delivery Professional HOS Strategic Initiatives develops and manages HOS strategic initiatives across Medicare Advantage enterprise partners. Identifies needs and opportunities for the execution of strategic activities within the HOS program. This role works intimately with cross-functional teams to understand and support HOS across a variety of stakeholders. Exercises considerable latitude in determining priorities, objectives, and approaches to improvement initiatives. Analyze processes, identifies key decision-makers and makes recommendations on how to elevate the HOS program in all aspects of Humana's Medicare Advantage government business segment.
+ Lead and manage strategic initiatives, including the development of project plans, timelines, and budget
+ Leverage research and analysis to identify opportunities and make informed decisions
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of initiatives
+ Monitor and track the progress of initiatives to ensure they stay on track and align with Humana's strategic direction
+ Prepare regular reports and presentations to communicate progress, results, and recommendations to leadership
+ Identify and mitigate risks and obstacles that may arise during the implementation of initiatives
+ Stay updates on industry trends and best practices to drive continuous improvement in strategic planning and execution
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Role Essentials**
+ Bachelor's degree in business administration, healthcare administration, healthcare management, public health or any field
+ 5 or more years of Stars, quality, program delivery, or healthcare experience
+ Relationship building, and accountability skills
+ Strong analytical skills
+ Demonstrated success in a highly matrixed environment
+ Demonstrated ability to articulate ideas effectively in both written and oral forms
+ Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office XP products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
+ A proactive, team-centered mindset and attention to detail
**Role Desirables**
+ Knowledge and experience with health outcomes survey - HOS
+ PMP certification a plus
**Additional Information**
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership. Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for you.
Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$86,300 - $118,700 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
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