Project Manager

Lever, Inc.; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Telligen is seeking a Project Manager for a hybrid role based in the Chicago area, requiring 3 days in the office weekly. You will manage small to mid-size projects, follow Telligen PM processes, and build strong relationships with internal and external customers.

The role emphasizes coordinating budgets, timelines, and quality controls, with collaboration across PM staff to ensure successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in MIS, Computer Science, Business or related field; or equivalent training/experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience managing projects using a formal project management methodology.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Some contracts may require U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Develops, finalizes and manages the timeline, budget, security plans and monitors the process for projects.
• Manages the scope of projects to meet customer and company requirements.
• Performs actual-to-plan comparisons, requests timeline extensions and/or additional funds.
• Ensures internal quality control standards and reports are prepared.
• Provides project administration, metrics, reporting, and resource allocation support.
• Manages customer expectations and turns ideas into future business opportunities.
• Oversees all project disciplines for timely completion and supports cost/technical proposals.

Education

Four-year degree in MIS, Computer Science, Business or related field

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

SharePoint

Jira

Copilot

Power Automate

Agentic Agents

Job description

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing projects of small to medium size and complexity, following standardized Telligen project management processes. You will oversee all project related disciplines required for the successful and timely completion of the project. You will assist other project management personnel with project administration, reporting, etc. You will develop effective relationships with internal and external customers.

This is a hybrid position, requiring 3 days in office per week in our Chicago area location.

The Illinois Tailored Care Management Program helps individuals with complex health and social needs transition from nursing facilities and Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facilities (SMHRFs) to community-based living. Through person-centered care management and coordinated support services, the program empowers members to live more independently and thrive in their communities.

What You'll Do:

• Develops, finalizes and manages the timeline, budget, security plans and monitors the process for projects
• Manages the scope of projects to ensure they are completed in an accurate and timely manner according to the customer’s and Company’s requirements
• Performs actual to plan comparison on the project, identifies any deviation from the project baseline and requests timeline extensions and/or additional monies
• Ensures projects are meeting internal quality control standards and that internal quality control reports are prepared
• Provides support and assistance to management and project managers, including but not limited to project administration, metrics, reporting, views, resource allocation and access rights
• Manages customer’s expectations regarding projects and works with the customer to turn ideas into future business opportunities
• Oversees all project related disciplines required for the successful and timely completion of the project
• Provides input regarding project management processes and assists in preparing cost and technical proposals

Required Skills and Experience:

• Four-year degree in MIS, Computer Science, Business or related field, and/or equivalent training and/or experience
• 3-5 years’ experience managing projects using a formal project management methodology
• Because of the nature and immediacy of the work, the ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance is essential
• Positions working on specific contracts may require U.S. Citizenship
• This is a hybrid position, requiring 3 days in office per week in our Chicago area location.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with project portfolio tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, SharePoint, and Jira
• Experience with CMMI or similar SDLC methodologies
• Experience with AI-assisted PM and workflow tools such as Copilot, Power Automate, and Agentic Agents

$83,000 - $103,000 a year

Who We Are:

Telligen is one of the most respected population health management organizations in the country. We offer clinical, analytical, and technical expertise to support local, Tribal, and national partners, state and federal government programs, and employers and health plans.

Over our 50-year history, health care has evolved - and so have we. What hasn't changed is our deep commitment to those we serve. Our success is built on our ability to adapt, respond to client needs and deliver innovative, mission-driven solutions.

Our business is our people and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and are ready to take ownership, make an impact and help shape the future of health.

Are you Ready?

Benefits: A general description of the benefits and other compensation available for this position can be found in Telligen's Benefits Summary.

We're on a mission to transform lives and economies by improving health.

Ownership:

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employee-owners drive our business and share in our success.

Community:

We show up - for our clients, our communities and each other. Being a responsible corporate partner is part of who we are.

Ingenuity:

We value bold ideas and calculated risks. Innovation thrives when we challenge the status quo and listen to diverse perspectives.

Integrity:

We foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment built on trust and excellence.

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While we use artificial intelligence tools to enhance our initial screening process, all applications are thoroughly reviewed by our human recruitment team to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation of each candidate.

Telligen and our affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and E-Verify Participants.

Telligen will not provide sponsorship for this position. If you will require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time. We will not accept 3rd party solicitations from outside staffing firms.

Telligen is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

Telligen is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance during any part of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-base basis.

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