Project Manager
Job Title: Project Manager
Company: Horizon Systems and Services
Location: Remote US, Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison
Job Description:
Horizon Systems is seeking a Project Manager to manage a complex conversion with one of our clients. This role will have the ability to sit fully remote (located in Eastern or Central time zones) with occasional travel, to our client’s site. As a Project Manager, they will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in Property & Casualty Insurance
- 5+ years as a Project Manager
- Experience completing a successful conversion
- Strong familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft Project.
- Located in Eastern or Central Time zone
Pluses:
- Based in Wisconsin or Chicago area
- Experience converting from one admin system to another admin system
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning and implementation of the conversion project within the property and casualty insurance division.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
- Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
- Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
- Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
- Track project milestones and deliverables.
- Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
- Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project
About Horizon:
Headquartered in Sheboygan WI, Horizon is an established and growing provider of application software technology solutions to the Property and Casualty insurance industry.
We are a customer centric organization with plenty of opportunity for growth in your career. Work where you are most productive; be that at home, in the office, or somewhere in between. We support our team and believe in giving you the opportunities you desire.
Horizon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes diversity. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
How to Apply:
Are you a talented Level 2 Software Developer with a passion for creating innovative solutions, an active member of a supportive cross-functional team, and someone who provides exceptional customer service? If so, we encourage you to apply to join our growing team!
Please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications to careers@hrizn.com.