Project Management Office - Project Manager - Req# 623

Colonial Group; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement matching

PTO with wellness days

Hybrid schedule

Training & development

Recognition programs

On-site fitness centers

LSA (Lifestyle Spending Account)

Life insurance

Job summary

COCC is seeking a Project Manager to lead enterprise and customer service initiatives within the PMO, collaborating with business leaders, technical teams, vendors, and clients. The role requires strong project management expertise, technical aptitude, organization, and communication.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule, career growth, and a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate has PMP certification and a proven track record in managing complex projects across multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent work experience.
• PMP certification is required.
• Demonstrated experience in project management processes.
• Strong analytical and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects spanning multiple departments using established PMO processes.
• Coordinate efforts across product development, systems and programming, client services, and other cross functional teams.
• Lead projects with varying scope and complexity, including outsourced solutions and enhanced products and services.
• Initiate, plan, schedule, control, and successfully close projects.
• Develop high level project milestones and timelines.
• Create and maintain project plans and track and maintain project action items.
• Communicate project status, decisions, and updates through meetings, agendas, minutes, email, and other channels and develop repeatable processes when applicable.
• Maintain knowledge of industry requirements, processes, and procedures.
• Support projects managed by other project managers as needed.
• Assist with release management through testing and deployment stages.
• Engage business partners in the implementation and support of strategic products.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships in accordance with COCC policies.
• Oversee statements of work, contract fulfillment, billing processes, implementation guides, and training materials as applicable.
• Monitor project milestones and task completion.

Skills

PMP certification

Project management

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Smartsheet

Job description

What we need...

The Project Manager role within COCC's Project Management Office is an opportunity to lead enterprise and customer service initiatives while collaborating with business leaders, technical teams, vendors, and clients. This position is ideal for someone who brings strong project management expertise, technical aptitude, organization, and communication skills to every project.

What’s in it for you....

COCC offers a collaborative environment, career growth, and all the benefits you’d expect from an award-winning employer, including:

• Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible dependents – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of the month following hire, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as ancillary benefits. COCC also contributes to employees’ health savings accounts (HSA).
• Retirement: COCC matches 100% for the first 3% and 50% for the next 2% that employees contribute to their 401(k). Additionally, COCC may make a discretionary annual contribution to the plan based upon the profitability of the company.
• Paid Time Off: COCC offers a generous PTO policy, including quarterly wellness days, paid holidays, and a birthday day off.
• Hybrid Schedule: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule designed to support work-life balance and personal well-being
• Training & Development: COCC offers robust employee development programs aligned with career pathing objectives, including cutting edge training and educational resources from vendors like SANS, PluralSight, and CBTNuggets, as well as a tuition reimbursement program to support continued education.
• Recognition Programs: Be recognized and celebrated through employee appreciation and peer recognition programs.
• On-site Fitness Centers: Stay active and energized with convenient on-site fitness centers available to employees.
• Fuel Up: Monthly company-sponsored lunches discounted catered meals, and convenient on-site snacks.
• Additional Benefits: COCC offers employees a Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to support employees’ unique needs, as well as company-paid life insurance, wellness initiatives, and access to financial planning guidance from certified professionals.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs, please visit: https://www.cocc.com/careers/employment-benefits/

What You’ll do...

• Manage projects spanning multiple departments using established PMO processes
• Coordinate efforts across product development, systems and programming, client services, and other cross functional teams
• Lead projects with varying scope and complexity, including outsourced solutions and enhanced products and services
• Initiate, plan, schedule, control, and successfully close projects
• Develop high level project milestones and timelines
• Create and maintain project plans and track and maintain project action items
• Communicate project status, decisions, and updates through meetings, agendas, minutes, email, and other channels and develop repeatable processes when applicable
• Maintain knowledge of industry requirements, processes, and procedures
• Support projects managed by other project managers as needed
• Assist with release management through testing and deployment stages
• Engage business partners in the implementation and support of strategic products
• Develop and manage vendor relationships in accordance with COCC policies
• Oversee statements of work, contract fulfillment, billing processes, implementation guides, and training materials as applicable
• Monitor project milestones and task completion

What You’ll bring...

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent work experience
• PMP certification required
• Demonstrated experience in project management processes
• Ability to analyze and propose solutions for diverse and complex application issues
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem solving skills and root cause analysis capabilities
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks in a demanding environment
• Strong technical aptitude
• Experience building and maintaining complex project plans
• Ability to conduct meetings and communicate urgency and priorities effectively
• Self starter with the ability to work effectively with staff, management, clients, vendors, and team members
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships and communicate clearly
• Experience with project management software,Smartsheet experience preferred

The salary range for this job is $95500 - $129200. This is a hybrid position in Southington.