Strategic Projects Consultant

Our Company Bright Spring  Health Services Overview The  Executive PMO is looking for a forward-thinking, independent Strategic Projects Consultant who will work on Bright Spring’s most strategic initiatives including Merger & Acquisition Integrations (50%), Business & Workforce Productivity (30%), and Strategic Cost Elimination (20%). This is a highly visible role working under the guidance of the Executive Committee, Senior Leadership and department heads.

Strategic Project Consultants on the Executive PMO team are high-performers and are identified as future leaders within Bright Spring’s portfolio of businesses.

Responsibilities Objectives of this Role Oversee strategic business initiatives ranging from mergers & acquisition integrations, strategic cost elimination, and business and workforce productivity, under the guidance of senior leadership and departmental heads

Assist and communicate with executives in decision-making, program management, and initiative implementation

Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and project implementation plans

Improve current processes and coordinate organizational procedures for optimized efficiency and productivity

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities Serve as liaison between staff, executives, and senior leaders regarding project updates, proposals and planning

Develop and maintain partnerships with outside operators – including business owners and third-party vendors

Monitor and assign resources appropriately to streamline project efficiency and maximize deliverable outputs

Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed – escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans

Maintain weekly project status reports including progress on important milestones, next steps and risks/ issues

Research and analyze complex issues surrounding the processes and systems of an organization

Evaluate data and metrics to propose new strategies to improve project delivery and develop reports that portray and give external stakeholders visibility into the project landscape

Work at multiple organizational levels, ranging from executives to the frontline operators, working across functional areas, and understanding the needs and requirements across the organization

Make recommendations surrounding improving processes, efficiency and practices that align with Bright Spring’s goals and compliance standards

Ensure necessary and appropriate steps are taken to resolve difficulties which may impede progress or compromise achievement scheduled milestones

Work closely with assigned teams on process improvement and proactively engage with stakeholders to identify and monitor progress and issue resolution

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Certification Bachelor’s Degree required;
Master’s degree is a plus3-5 years of consulting experience is a plus Six Sigma, PMP, and/or Change Management certification preferred

Advanced user of Microsoft office suite products  Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Strong analytical and problem resolution skills with high attention to detail, organization, timeliness, and accuracy

Strong understanding of information technology platforms and information systems

Exercises independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work according to applicable regulations, company policies and procedures Extensive knowledge of current industry trends, standards, and practices with strong business acumen Ability to effectively and professionally communicate (verbal and written) with all levels of personnel internal and external to the company including at an executive level Capability of working responsibly with highly confidential information and…