Client Project Manager
District of Columbia, USA
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Management
IT Project Manager, Project & Program Management
Job Title
This role is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ranging from mid-size to large individual initiatives.
Work ArrangementThis role follows a hybrid model. Candidates residing within a 50-mile radius of Pittsburgh or any Highmark office are required to work in the office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on other days. Candidates living beyond the 50-mile radius will work remotely full-time.
Citizenship RequirementDue to contractual and access requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens.
Essential ResponsibilitiesStrategic Planning & Execution:
Develop comprehensive project plans, including detailed schedules, resource allocation, budget management, and risk assessments. Proactively identify and mitigate potential project roadblocks.
Scope Management:
Define and manage project scope, ensuring all deliverables align with business objectives. Manage changes to scope effectively and efficiently.
Resource Management:
Allocate and manage project resources (human, financial, and material) effectively to optimize performance and meet project deadlines.
Stakeholder Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, communicating project progress, addressing concerns, and managing expectations.
Risk & Issue Management:
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, implementing appropriate corrective actions. Maintain a detailed RAID log.
Reporting & Documentation:
Prepare and deliver comprehensive project status reports, maintaining meticulous documentation, including project plans, meeting minutes, project artifacts, and approvals.
Team Leadership &
Collaboration:
Lead and motivate project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Quality Assurance:
Implement quality control measures to ensure projects meet defined quality standards.
Other duties as assigned or requested
EducationRequired:
Bachelor's degree in Healthcare, Information Technology, Business or related field or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
Preferred:
None
Required:
3 years of experience in project management to include successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget and managing multiple projects concurrently. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, etc.)
Preferred:
Experience in project management in the healthcare or health insurance industry. Experience using a range of project methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)
Required:
None
Preferred:
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Strong understanding of project management principles and best practices. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences. Strong organizational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing demands.
Physical, Mental Demands and Working ConditionsPosition Type:
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly:
Rarely
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site:
Occasionally
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees):
Never
Physical work site required:
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds:
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds:
Rarely
Disclaimer:
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 job. Compliance Requirement:
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