Serve as Project Manager for medium-to-large IT and business projects for SECURA Insurance. Strong organizational, communication, and technical skills are essential, along with experience in both SCRUM/Agile and traditional project management practices.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage projects utilizing SCRUM/Agile and traditional practices to deliver on time, within scope and budget
- Develop project plans including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation that provide alignment to strategic objectives
- Maintain project financial responsibilities (budget and forecasting)
- Utilize departmental processes and tools to track project tasks and deliverables
- Communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders
- Elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources including vendor engagements
- Manage issues and risks using appropriate escalation when necessary
- Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
- Provide regular project updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders
- Manage changes to project scope, schedule and budget
- Serve as scrum master when required including facilitating SCRUM events, eliminating team impediments, encouraging collaboration, supporting product owner and tracking progress
- Provide agile coaching to teams, ensuring they understand and effectively implement Agile principles and continuously mature their practice
- Provide thought leadership and suggest alternatives to business issues
- Design and execute program and project communication plans in conjunction with Organizational Change Manager(s) to include reporting, facilitation, collaboration, presentation and development of technical documentation for audiences ranging from executives to individual contributors
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and suggest additional improvement opportunities
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
ESSENTIAL:
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in IT or business-related field
- 3+ years project management or equivalent experience
- Highly motivated, organized, and a self-starter
- Superior oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated passion for thriving in a team environment
- Experience working in Agile development environments
- ADO or other PPM tool experience
PREFERRED:
- PMP or Scrum Master designations
- Insurance industry experience
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- CPCU or other professional insurance designations
At SECURA, we are transforming the insurance experience by putting authenticity at the forefront of everything we do. Our mission is clear: we’re making insurance genuine. We recognize that our associates are our greatest assets, and we invest in their well-being and professional growth. We offer opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement, competitive benefits, and a culture that champions work-life balance. Joining SECURA means becoming part of a dynamic team that values each individual’s contribution and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Here, you’ll not only find a fulfilling career but also a place where you can make a positive impact every day.
SECURA Insurance strives to provide equal opportunity for all employees and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life.