Commercial Insurance Project Manager

Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Group; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Hybrid/Remote Work Options

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Group is seeking a Commercial Insurance Project Manager I or II in Columbus, OH to drive project direction, coordination, and execution. You will apply Agile practices and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure projects align with company strategy and goals.

The role covers planning, resource definition, and monitoring of milestones, with hybrid or remote options and opportunities to mentor junior PMs. A strong background in PM and collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of project management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience with Agile frameworks and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of projects.
• Facilitate iterative planning and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate staff and resources across functional teams.
• Provide project status reports to stakeholders.
• Oversee project delivery from initiation to closure.

Skills

Project management knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Agile teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

CAPM (preferred)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Smartsheet

Azure DevOps

Job description

Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Group has an opening for a Commercial Insurance Project Manager I or II. This role will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific projects, ensuring alignment with company strategy, commitments, and goals. Accomplishes project objectives by planning and evaluating project activities while applying Agile practices as the organization transitions toward greater agility.

Project Manager I

• Manages project tier level 3 projects.
• Serves as a point of contact for project stakeholders.
• Effectively communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Demonstrates quality project management knowledge.
• Ability to manage and escal… effectively without guidance.
• Leads projects from initiation to closure.
• Define resource requirements and develop full scale project plans.
• Tracks project deliverables and milestones, per the project plan, using appropriate tools.
• Frequently and regularly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders.

Project Manager II

• Provides oversight to Project Manager I and Project Coordinator positions, as needed.
• Serves as a mentor and trainer to all project management team members, project team members and management.
• Demonstrates a high level of project management knowledge while managing projects.
• Has a broad understanding of each of our business areas.

Essential Functions

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead the planning and implementation of projects.
• Facilitate iterative planning, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance delivery outcomes.
• Serve as a change agent for Agile adoption, leveraging frameworks such as Scrum or Kanban and tools like Jira or Azure DevOps.
• Work with department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects and programs that support both structured and Agile delivery approaches.
• Define resource requirements and develop project plans, as necessary.
• Track project deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Provide direction and support to project team.
• Present reports defining project progress, problems and solutions, as applicable.
• Ensures proper project results by supporting the team as needed.
• Assemble and coordinate project staff.
• Monitors and coordinates resource allocation.
• Works collaboratively with project management peers and resource managers to effectively address project portfolio needs.
• Oversees project portfolio content ensuring that projects and processes are managed per standards.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management.
• Obtain and utilize sensitive information discreetly and objectively.
• Correct English usage; spelling, grammar, vocabulary and punctuation.
• Read, interpret and input data efficiently and accurately.
• Communicate effectively with others (oral and written).
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Work independently and demonstrates initiative.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Meet definite deadlines and deal with pressure situations.
• Utilize computer and related software effectively.

  Qualifications

  Experience and Education Qualifications

  Project Manager I

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience; or
  • Associate’s Degree or equivalent and 3 years of related experience; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree

  Project Manager II

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years of related experience; or
  • Associate’s Degree or equivalent and 5 years of related experience; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of related experience; or
  • Master’s Degree

  Preferred Qualifications

  All Levels

  • Experience in Jira, Confluence and Smartsheet

  Project Manager II

  • Successful completion of Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

  Work Environment

  • Hybrid or fully remote work environment designed to provide flexibility, autonomy, and productivity while working from another location
  • Primary work environment is in a climate-controlled office setting
  • Work may involve travel to attend meetings at other locations

  Benefits

  In addition to a competitive salary, eligible employees may receive an annual discrentionary bonus and access to our benefits packing, including:

  • Health, Dental, Vision & Life coverage
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Volunteer Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Hybrid/Remote Work Options
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

  Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.