We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee Data Modernization Initiative (DMI) projects. This role involves coordinating multiple large-scale projects aimed at modernizing data systems, including the creation of a consolidated Enterprise Data Platform and re-platforming existing applications to a cloud-based environment. The Senior PM will play a key role in enabling data-driven decisions by ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions within scope, budget, and timelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution:

• Define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery.
• Monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments to address challenges.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess potential risks, developing mitigation strategies to address them.
• Monitor risks continuously and implement contingency plans as needed.
• Provide regular risk updates to stakeholders, with clear and actionable insights.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

• Engage with stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure project requirements are met.
• Collaborate with vendors, business teams, and technology teams to align deliverables with strategic objectives.
• Facilitate effective communication among project teams, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Provide project status updates, including progress, risks, and issues, to stakeholders and senior management.
• Create a unified view of project, program, and portfolio status through rigorous governance frameworks.

Documentation and Standards:

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation aligned with best practices.
• Develop and document technical standards, practices, and policies to meet the needs of both technical and business users.
• Evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, and develop innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in program and project management, preferably in technical or data-related fields.
• Experience leading complex technical development programs, including data management, data engineering, data warehousing, data analytics, data quality, and systems integration.
• Proven ability to manage projects using both Waterfall and Agile Scrum frameworks throughout the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of information systems and business functionality.
• Proficiency with project management tools, collaboration tools, and cloud platforms.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business terms.
• Strong meeting facilitation and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Agile principles and experience in Agile environments.
• Familiarity with healthcare data or cloud platform projects.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to build effective partnerships.
• Certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM).