ManhattanLife Insurance and Annuity Company was founded in 1850, the Company’s longevity makes it one of the oldest and most reliable health and life insurance companies in the country. Operating successfully for 174 years is a testimony to ManhattanLife’s enduring history, and an indicator of the reliability of our future. ManhattanLife’s headquarters are in Houston, TX and the company is continually growing with multiple office locations nation-wide. ManhattanLife offers attractive employee benefits starting day one, including immediate coverage under our health, dental and vision plans. We offer flexible schedules, including shortened hours on Fridays, free parking, company-wide events, professional development (LOMA testing) and a company-wide wellness program.

Scope and Purpose:

We are seeking a Mid-Level Project Manager (PM) to play a critical role in planning, executing, and overseeing projects within the Enrollment Technology organization at our Houston Corporate office. The PM will lead cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and ensure successful project delivery according to scope and quality standards. Reporting to senior management, the PM will drive project success while fostering collaboration and communication among team members and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Execute projects according to established methodologies, ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates, addressing concerns, and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, providing clear direction, delegating tasks, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Support team members in overcoming challenges and achieving project goals.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to ensure project success. And escalate significant risks or issues to senior management as needed.
• Allocate resources effectively, balancing workload and skill sets to optimize team performance.
• Establish and enforce quality standards for project deliverables, ensuring they meet or exceed client expectations. Conduct regular quality reviews and implement corrective actions as necessary to address deficiencies.
• Facilitate clear and transparent communication among project team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports, highlighting progress, risks, and issues to key stakeholders.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and resources, assessing impacts and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Implement change control processes to ensure changes are properly documented and communicated.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization within the project management function. Share lessons learned and best practices with project teams to drive continuous improvement and organizational excellence.
• Complete special projects and other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• PMP certification or equivalent is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Proficiency in some project management software.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies.
• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements.

Travel Requirements:

• Establish annual objectives for professional growth.
• Keep pace with developments in the discipline.
• Learn and apply technologies that support professional and personal growth.
• Participate in the evaluation process.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, type, and use mouse; reach with hands and arms and talk and/or hear. The employee is required to sit for extended periods of time. The position may require lifting, pulling or moving items weighing upwards of 10 pounds as it relates to office or desk supplies.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones via WebEx, physical phone while in office, and photocopiers when necessary.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time without notice.

ManhattanLife prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. EOE Employer/Vet/Disabled. ManhattanLife values differences. We are committed to fostering an environment that attracts and retains a diverse workforce. With individuals from a variety of backgrounds, ManhattanLife will be better equipped to service our customers, increase innovation, and reduce risks. We encourage the unique perspectives of individuals and are dedicated to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment.