Project Manager

Infojini Inc; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Project Manager in Clemson, South Carolina to oversee various projects related to Medicaid IT Services. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, proficiency with Microsoft tools, and a PMP certification. Responsibilities include managing the project's lifecycle, developing documentation, and coordinating with stakeholders. This position may require additional hours as needed, including weekends. Applicants should be self-motivated and capable of building high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects of various sizes and complexities.
• Proficiency in both written and oral communication.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Manage all tasks associated with project phases.
• Develop and maintain project documentation.
• Coordinate projects from inception to completion.
• Control project scope and schedules.
• Identify and mitigate potential problems.

Skills

Project Management

Strong organizational skills

Strong analytical skills

Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Effective Communication Skills

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Time Management

Ability to work under stress

Education

PMP

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Title: Project Manager
Duration: 9 Month
Location: H12 - CLEMSON UNIVERSITY

Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision, the Project Manager manages and coordinates all tasks associated with one or more small-to-large projects or a component of a larger project of minimal to moderate complexity and risk. The Project Manager will report to the Medicaid IT Services PMO Manager. This is an individual contributor position with no responsibilities for human resource management (e.g., hiring, performance management). Candidates must be self-starters and highly motivated.
• Follows established Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) of Medicaid IT Services.
• Develops and maintains documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Is responsible for managing and directing the initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout phases of the project lifecycle for small to large projects.
• Coordinates and manages projects using project management methodologies from inception through completion.
• Develops work plan(s).
• Controls scope and schedule to ensure project deliverables, milestones and required tasks completed as planned and on time.
• Oversees the development and execution of communication plan.
• Prepares status reports and provides updates to project stakeholders, sponsors, champion, etc.
• Identifies potential problems.
• Facilitates problem resolution by determining or recommending and implementing a risk mitigation strategy.
• Possesses ability to build a collaborative and high-performing project team with project resources.
• Works within the structure of Change Management and Release Management to coordinate implementations to the Medicaid System of South Carolina.
• This position may require working more than 40 hours per week on an as-needed basis, including weekends.

Required Skills (rank in order of Importance)

• Project Management
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle
• Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project
• Soft skills Required: Effective Communication Skills (written and oral), Adaptability, Flexibility, Self-motivation, Time Management, Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment

Preferred Skills (rank in order of Importance)

• Healthcare Claims Processing
• Process Development and Management

Qualifications

PMP

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.