Senior Project Manager

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact. 

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the company's mission, actively engage in problem-solving, and take ownership of your work daily. Acentra Health offers unparalleled opportunities. You have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes, making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector. 

Acentra seeks a Senior Project Manager to join our growing team. 

Job Summary:

The role of the Project Manager is to manage the end-to-end process for a single software or multiple products and business process services. The Project Manager works with customers, functional and matrix managers, and staff to ensure that projects are delivered on schedule and within budget, consistent with defined company guidelines and processes and with client expectations.

*Position is hybrid based out of Albany, NY.

Job Responsibilities:

•  Oversees one or more software products end-to-end, and assists in the direction of particular project-level activity and associated team personnel
• Works under general supervision
• Maintains relationship with client, project scope can increase in complexity and size
• Manages client relationships at the client customer work site
• Provides project management for prime or sub-contractor, fixed price, or time and materials projects
• Provides project management on projects with a team size that is up to 100 employees concurrently
• Provides project management on projects with annual total contract value of up to $50M
• Provides end-to-end responsibility for one or more products, sub-systems or level responsibilities
• Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems
• Manages project risk by working with project schedulers to track project schedules, deliverables, and milestones; monitors costs and schedules using EVM and other tools
• Oversees and develops a feasible plan for one or more software products that achieves the goals and objectives of the project and aligns with the organization’s overall business strategy
• Assists in developing a feasible plan that achieves the goals and objectives of the project and aligns with the organization’s overall business strategy
• Determines project scope and recommending and assigning resources as available
• Determines estimated time and financial commitment of project, and in monitoring progress
• Implements, maintains, and reports Earned Value (EV) metrics into project plans
• Implements, maintains, and reports project delivery metrics into project plans
• Assists in monitoring and developing a project budget and tracking actual spend compared to the planned budget, escalating to senior leadership as needed
• Partners with customers and analyzes issues and problems from the customer perspective,
• Provides customer-facing presentations on quality
• Communicates and provides status to define, schedule, and accurately estimate the task duration for project schedule
• Possesses unwavering commitment to customer service and operational excellence
• Keeps abreast of new technology and market developments
• Adheres to CMMI standards and processes
• Manages internal customer relationships for long-term corporate success
• Requests and gives both negative and positive feedback
• Recruits highly skilled, motivated leaders and individual contributors and recommends potential new hire resources to meet client commitments in alignment with program delivery

Requirements

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree with 7+ of years relevant experience in project planning, delivery, and management. Experience in Lieu of Degree will be considered
• Experience as a people manager
• Experience in the government or commercial healthcare industry
• Understanding of SharePoint applications, Webex, Skype, etc.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio with a working knowledge of the rest of the Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Domain knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, or healthcare verticals
• General understanding of role-relevant issues and trends
• Ability to manage people, projects, and processes
• Strong understanding of project management skills and ability to create and manage project plans
• Ability to meet and enforce deadlines, to conduct research into technology issues and products, and to take initiative in the development and completion of projects
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and evaluative skills
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, facilitation) with strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Strong at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Self-motivated, with ability to balance multiple projects under minimal to no supervision
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong people management skills
• Demonstrates leadership skills and ability to work effectively with different teams and contributors both directly and in a matrix environment

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar certifications
• Preferred Majors: Business Science Mathematics, Analytics

Benefits

Why us? 

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as a vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes. 

We do this through our people. 

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives nationwide. Our company cares about our employees, giving you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career. 

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.  

Compensation 

The pay range for this position is $102,000.00 - $134,300.00 per year

“Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level.” 

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable, and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply for future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

Visit us at Acentra.com/careers

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Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local law.