Strategic Programs Lead – Implementation Focus

UnitedHealth Group; Davao City; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group, through Optum Global Solutions Philippines, is seeking an implementation-focused Project Manager in the Philippines. The role emphasizes leading multi-stakeholder initiatives, aligning program scope with business objectives, and managing budgets and timelines across teams in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in project management, an undergraduate degree, and availability to work across U.S. business hours. PMP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of project management experience.
• Proven ability to manage client engagements of moderate complexity and scope.
• Must be available to work during U.S. business hours (full overlap).

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 Customer.
• Raise awareness of any misalignment or misunderstanding of project scope and objectives with applicable stakeholders.
• Identify project duration, effort, sequence and dependencies of tasks required to meet applicable project objectives.
• Develop/contribute to project budgets and forecasts, obtaining approvals from applicable stakeholders.
• Apply project life cycle methodology and tools as you develop, document and implement project communication plans.
• Drive collaboration in a cross-matrix environment to keep project scope and timeline on track.
• Comply with employment terms, company policies, and directives, including potential relocations and shifts.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Stakeholder alignment

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Tools

PMP Certification

Job description

UnitedHealth Group, through Optum Global Solutions Philippines, is seeking an implementation-focused Project Manager in the Philippines. The role emphasizes leading multi-stakeholder initiatives, aligning program scope with business objectives, and managing budgets and timelines across teams in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in project management, an undergraduate degree, and availability to work across U.S. business hours. PMP certification is preferred.