Project Manager

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as we help advance health equity on a global scale. Here, you will find talented peers, comprehensive benefits, a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, career growth opportunities and your life's best work.(sm) On the one hand, no industry is moving faster than health care. On the other, no organization is better positioned to lead health care forward than Optum and UnitedHealth Group. So give us a hand, because we're out to use data, technology and people in ways that help drive change and make the health care system work better for everyone. And then, join us as an implementation focused Project Manager where you'll work within a complex business model that is highly adaptable and looking for you to quickly and effectively address emerging needs. Ready? Apply today and find out what it means to have the support and resources of a Fortune 6 company. Primary Responsibilities:Consult with stakeholders to ensure alignment and understanding of program/project scope and objectives with the organization's strategic objectives and the Voice of the CustomerRaise awareness of any misalignment or misunderstanding of project scope and objectives with applicable stakeholdersIdentify project duration, effort, sequence and dependencies of tasks required to meet applicable project objectivesDevelop/contribute to project budgets and forecasts, obtaining approvals from applicable stakeholdersApply project life cycle methodology and tools as you develop, document and implement project communication planEffectively and efficiently own the successful delivery of all assigned projects including managing all cross-function work stream owners (real estate, training, telecom technology, human capital, etc.) - function as the project General ManagerCreate work order (scope) and charter as required. Create and manage project plan, issue log, lessons learned, close document, failure mode and effects analysis (fmea), control plan, etc.Identify team roles and skill sets required to quickly create a highly functioning teamDirect the team and resolve conflicts: Direct team to complete projects on time, within budgetary guidelines. Escalate issues appropriatelyAssesses progress and reports status to management and key constituents (i.e.: sites, other functional leaders, etc): timely written or verbal communication of project status to management. Highlight areas of concern or needed assistance. Track status of project timelines and milestones and communicate with management and team members. Responsible for overall quality review of project, ongoing and final evaluation and documentation of team/project proceduresConsistently utilize standard project management tools and adhere to document retention standardsComply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so The most challenging part of this role? Effectively working with multiple project teams and stakeholders on project implementations. Our teams require flexibility utilizing various methodologies and tools. You'll need to drive collaboration in a cross-matrix environment leveraging your ability to build relationships and keep on track with the project scope and timeline.Required Qualifications:Master’s /Graduate/UnderGrad degree5-8 years cross functional experience services industry with leading organizations3+ years’ experience in leading strategic project & program implementationsExperience in successfully managing major projects with at least one implementation in a non-IS business functionKnowledge of project financials Sound Knowledge of Project Management tools Excellent Excel and Presentation skills Project management experience and skillsFormal project management trainingLeadership abilityAbility to stay committed to long-term project goalsAbility to direct project outcome based on long term business objectivesSuperior analytical skillsBroad knowledge of system and technology alternativesProficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and SharePointWilling to work in EMEA Shift (5PM-2AM)Willing to be assigned in McKinley or MakatiHybrid Work Set-Up