Project Manager III - Continuous Improvement/Risk Management

ADP; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP is hiring a Project Manager III to lead Continuous Improvement and Risk Management initiatives at Florham Park, NJ. You will steer cross‑functional teams, manage budgets and timelines, and drive strategic project outcomes using PMI and Lean Six Sigma methods.

Responsibilities include end‑to‑end project delivery, stakeholder communication at all levels, and ongoing process optimization to enhance risk management and business continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.
• PMP or equivalent professional project management certification.
• At least five years of experience leading projects.
• Experience managing medium to large cross-functional and/or multi-year projects.
• Extensive experience with project management tools and structured methodologies.
• Comfortable working with executive stakeholders and large teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle internal cross‑functional system and process implementations, including Lean Six Sigma projects.
• Manage all project phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Control and Closure.
• Create project plans with deliverables, activities, timelines, risks and budgets.
• Ensure milestones are met through oversight of resources and project vehicles.
• Develop rapport and build long‑lasting relationships with stakeholders.
• Direct project timeliness and budgets; escalate risks as needed.
• Use PMI methodologies and Lean Six Sigma tools to drive value.
• Communicate with executives and teams across the organization.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

PM tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Project

Visio

Smartsheet

Job description

Project Manager III, Continuous Improvement/Risk Management – Florham Park, NJ

In this position, you will lead teams responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and implementation of a variety of projects to ensure business goals and objectives are achieved within designated timeframes and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Leading full lifecycle internal cross‑functional system and process implementations, as well as Lean Six Sigma process improvement projects for internal Insurance Services clients.
• Manage all project phases, including Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Control and Closure.
• Work on concurrent projects of high complexity and direct day‑to‑day activities of projects as well as staff in a diverse matrixed organization.
• Create project plans, including deliverables, activities, communication, timelines, risks and budgets – following our project standard while helping to continuously improve the standard.
• Ensure milestones are successfully met through oversight of project vehicles and coordination of resources.
• Work collaboratively with other teams impacting the project while developing rapport and building long‑lasting positive business relationships.
• Lead communication with stakeholders from all levels of the organization and team members through completion of the projects.
• Direct project timeliness and budgets.
• Assess, manage, resolve and, if necessary, escalate risks and issues with a focus on our agency's overall risk management and business continuity.
• Employ highly developed consultative skills.
• Tailor processes to meet the needs of individual projects and demonstrate flexibility if parameters change.
• Make decisions based on information and input in a timely and – where applicable – in a collaborative manner.
• Provide analysis of project, including business case, ROI and post‑project review.
• Leverage PMI Project Management and Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
• Drive innovation, best practices and achievement of strategic objectives.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.
• PMP or equivalent professional project management certification.
• At least five years of experience leading projects.
• Experienced in managing medium to large cross‑functional and/or multi‑year projects.
• Extensive experience with project management tools and structured methodologies.
• Must be comfortable working with executive stakeholders as well as with large and diverse teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative approach to work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Experience in Change Management.
• Experience in Business Continuity and Risk Management.
• Advanced knowledge of insurance industry and/or related company products.
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple functions/organizations to identify and negotiate required resources.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to interface with and present to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to effectively and collaboratively manage across formal organizational lines.
• Strong team leadership and ability to delegate responsibility to all levels of the project team while holding the team accountable for deliverables.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Visio, proficiency in use of Smartsheet.
• Commitment to being accountable for results.
• Proven track record of building relationships both internally and externally.
• Strong focus on client service (internal and external clients).
• Ability to think independently and make decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to work.

Benefits

• Be yourself in a culture that values equity, inclusion, and belonging and creates a safe space for diverse perspectives and insights.
• Belong by joining one of our Business Resource Groups where you can connect globally with networks and allies who share common interests and experiences.
• Grow your career in an agile, dynamic environment with plenty of opportunities to progress.
• Continuously learn through ongoing training, development, and mentorship opportunities.
• Be your healthiest. Best‑in‑class benefits start on Day 1 because healthy associates are happy ones.
• Focus on your mental health and well‑being. We’re here to provide exceptional service to our clients, and none of that happens without each of us taking care of ourselves and being there for one another.
• Join a company committed to giving back and generating a lasting, positive impact upon the communities in which we work and live.
• Get paid to pay it forward. Company‑paid time off for volunteering for causes you care about.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP

ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP's operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Ethics at ADP

ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace.