IT Project Manager – Remote

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  

This position is part of the IT Project Management Office (IT PMO) supporting Allina Health. The IT PMO is comprised of project managers and business analysts. The IT PMO provides the following services: project management of medium to large projects, project coordination of smaller projects, project onboarding/readiness, gathering business requirements, and organizational change management. 

As a Project Manager in the IT PMO, you will plan, organize, and manage medium or large projects (up to $1 million) projects using project management methodology and tools for successful performance consistent with contractual agreements. Supports deliverable tracking and management reporting. Oversees key project planning, execution and monitoring deliverables including project schedule plan, projections, cost plan, and other subsidiary plans as components of the overall project or program management plan. Mentors Project Manager IT and PMO Associate employees.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides project management support
• • Develops, leads, and manages projects utilizing project management methodology and tools
  • Organizes, plans, estimates, and schedules assigned projects and tasks
  • Assesses, evaluates, and recommends technical and business solutions
  • Evaluates vendor product offerings and leads selection process
  • Develops, negotiates, and implements project prioritization processes
  • Balances resource requirements to determine project staffing needs
  • Facilitates the development, negotiation, and management of associated contracts
  • Guides large group working sessions and stakeholder meetings
• Oversees quality management
  • Develops standards for project deliverables
  • Builds and maintains relationships with customers and vendors
  • Facilitates gathering customer requirements
  • Ensures customer expectations are managed
• Monitors financial resources
  • Forecasts, develops, and manages project capital and operating budgets
  • Assists in the development of return on investment (ROI) analysis
• Supports staff development
  • Develops and implements project team development
  • Adjusts staffing requirements and assignments in a matrix environment
• Other duties as assigned

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive experience managing IT projects and process improvement
• 5+ years of experience managing projects in a health care environment
• Experience with technical implementations, software upgrades, Epic Software
• MS Project experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Associate in Project Management
• Project Management Professional or equivalent preferred within one year of hire
• 2+ years of leadership experience
• Demonstrated ability to determine the IT needs for new hospital buildouts, understanding regulatory requirements

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

The salary range for this role is $71,600 to $140,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.