Head of Project Management

CVS Health; North Dakota; On-site; USD 54,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and retirement savings

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Project Manager to direct all aspects of customer benefit plan implementation for Self-funded New Business Clients. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage timelines, budgets, and risks, and ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of healthcare client-facing experience and strong problem-solving and delivery skills. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Aetna organizations.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of healthcare client-facing experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and client communication processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of key healthcare projects for Self-funded NB clients.
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to align goals, timelines and budgets.
• Manage multiple projects, adjust priorities, and report progress and risks.

Skills

Healthcare client-facing

Problem-solving

Execution & delivery

MS Office

Aetna familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. The Project Manager is responsible for directing all aspects of customer benefit plan implementation of Self- funded New Business Clients. In this position with all key internal and external stakeholders to proactively identify and address critical implementation issues ensuring customer expectations are consistently satisfied or exceeded.

Under general direction, lead the planning and execution of key organizational projects, ensuring consistent alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budget constraints. Develop project plans and team member assignments, defines specific deliverables and deadlines, and establishes project milestones for the organization. Conduct project post-mortems to capture and apply lessons learned to identify areas for improvement and shares process enhancements to optimize project management practices. Implement and enforce quality control processes to identify and resolve any deviations or deficiencies. Develop change management plans and strategies to minimize resistance and ensure successful adoption. Identify project risks and issues, develops risk mitigation strategies, and establishes contingency plans. Prepare and deliver project progress reports, highlighting achievements, risks, and mitigation strategies. Direct individuals to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adjust priorities, and meet deadlines while maintaining the highest level of attention to detail. Coach junior colleagues in current project management techniques, processes, and responsibilities.

5 to 7 years of healthcare client-facing experience, including direct management of client relationships, issue resolution, and successful delivery of healthcare products, services, or implementation initiatives.

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risks, recommend solutions, and drive issues to resolution within established timelines.

Proven execution and delivery skills, including prioritizing work, managing competing deadlines, coordinating cross‑functional resources, and achieving established business objectives.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Comprehensive understanding and strong association with Aetna organizations representing products, services, administration, operations and systems.

Bachelor's degree preferred/specialized training/relevant professional qualification. Equivalent work experience.

Full time Pay Range

54,300.00 - $159,120.00 This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short‑term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments .

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 11/22/2026 Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.