Senior Project Manager - Contingent Workforce

Company :Highmark HealthJob Description :JOB SUMMARYResponsible for successful implementation, reporting on operations, resolve issues, maintain compliance and delivery of the Contingent Workforce program. This job plans and delivers relationship management of service provider program and technological solution management. Support management of inter-dependencies between a group of projects and/or related activities for Contingent Workforce program growth within the constraint of scope, quality, time and budget. Other functions include enabling partnership governance and cross-functional collaboration requiring a group of internal exempt and/or matrixed employees and contractors that serve on the program(s) to deliver solutions for the business.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESWork in a matrixed environment and communicate to business owners / leadership on Contingent Workforce program communications, projects, and issues. Ability to create reviews and presentations for leadership.Work with business and technical organizations to drive out program strategy and Contingent Workforce program approach. Organize, plan, and maintain roadmap consisting of cross-functional activities/projects.Work with business and technical organizations to assemble project teams necessary for Contingent Workforce program improvements or growth. Lead Project and/or Program teams in the development and maintenance of comprehensive plans for a defined program.Work with Executive Sponsor and Business Owner of a Program, and other management as required, to achieve the Program objectives.Monitor, evaluate and report on Contingent Workforce Program status inclusive of scope, schedule, budget and alignment to Program and strategic goals. Direct corrective action, as needed, to maintain the viability of the Program.Develop and maintain positive customer relationships. Deliver presentations of project status to effectively communicate throughout the project municates effectively with customers and colleagues. Makes recommendations for Contingent Workforce Program process improvements with a thorough understanding of problems and solutions as they relate to the business needs.Adhere to the Organization''s project management methods, project life-cycle methodologies, and audit requirements. Support and contribute to the improvement of project management methods and practices.Other duties as assigned or requested.EDUCATIONRequiredHigh School Diploma or equivalentSubstitutionsNonePreferredBachelor''s degreeEXPERIENCERequired4 years of experience in a project manager rolePreferredPMP certification or equivalent trainingHealthcare Insurance industry business and operational knowledgeExperience managing large, complex projectsVery good leadership skillsVery good organizational and planning skillsExperience with an industry standard software development life-cycleLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequiredNonePreferredNoneSKILLSExperience with third-parties and/or customer relationship managementAbility to think and act independently assume ownership of projects with minimal supervisionExcellent communication skills both listening as well as verbal and written communicationsAbility to quickly grasp and understand new concepts and ideasLogical thought process ability to identify all the steps needed to achieve desired objectivesInteract with multiple levels from non-exempt to executive managementConsultative skills such as envisioning a desired outcome and developing solutions to achieve that outcomeLanguage (Other than English)NoneTravel Requirement0% - 25%Position TypeRemoteTeaches / trains others regularlyOccasionallyTravel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-siteOccasionallyWorks primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)NeverPhysical work site requiredYesLifting: up to 10 poundsConstantlyLifting: 10 to 25 poundsOccasionallyLifting: 25 to 50 poundsOccasionallyDisclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this pliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Companys Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.Furthermore, it is every employees responsibility to comply with the companys Code of Business Conduct. 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Created: 2025-11-15