MAXIMUS
Senior Project Manager Level 2
MAXIMUS, Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States, 83401
Description & Requirements
Be part of something great
Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK we employ around 5,000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people's lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care.
Senior Project Manager roles (Level 2) are responsible for establishing and leading delivery of organisation-wide and cross-functional projects, business change and transformation, of varying size, scale and complexity. Demonstrating a combination of technical, leadership and commercial expertise that contributes to the delivery of commercial value and benefits, and the longer-term strategic objectives of stakeholder teams and MAXIMUS UK.
Role holders will coordinate and manage assigned projects, support UK and divisional change and transformation. This will include leading a variety of different types of projects and providing project assurance and governance on the delivery portfolio.
The Senior Project Manager (Level 2) role will be assigned projects of a greater complexity and importance, defined by their risk rating, strategic importance, investment cost, impact of change, etc. Working on typically larger projects, this role will require greater experience of end-to-end project delivery and skills acquired through working in an established PMO structure
1. Project Management
Manages projects of varying size, ranging from large-scale, complex projects often involving multiple internal and external components and matrix partners, to smaller tactical deliveriesEnsures all projects are clearly defined with an appropriate level of governance in order that end results meet business requirements that can be measured against a clearly articulated scope, agreed deliverables, project budgets and quantifiable business benefitSupports the definition, planning, orchestrating, and delivery of approved strategic initiativesResponsible for one or more initiatives including business, operational, and IT deliverablesDirectly manages all aspects of the project lifecycle and works with matrix partners to oversee all phases of a projectManages scope to ensure commitments are achieved within agreed time, cost and quality parametersValidates financial forecasts/ estimates and provides on-going reconciliation of project budgets (including resources and other related project costs)Ensures stakeholder engagement and collaboration to develop communication plans, identify training requirements and support teams with operational readiness to deliver the plan2. Project Assurance & Governance
Serves as a subject matter expert for project management and project delivery in routinely briefing key stakeholders on different aspects of assigned initiativesDevelops the project brief/ mandate, project plan, resource/ stakeholder plan, project controls and related project management products for the purpose of project approval and subsequent deliveryDefines and tracks project milestones while managing the project team and reporting on overall delivery against planPublishes regular project status reports for stakeholder reviewSchedules and facilities project meetings (project team, steering group/ project board, workshops, escalations) as required to support clear communication on project statusProvides assurance and governance support for other projects on the leadership team's portfolio and other projects on the UK PMO PortfolioRepresents assigned projects in various project governance, leadership team, management and UK PMO forums3. Leadership Team & Portfolio Management Support
Works with senior members of the UK PMO to support improved collaboration and working practices, engaging leadership teams and business leads across MAXIMUS UK to provide support and governance for project planning and delivery4. Coaching & Personal Development
Actively engaged in training, using skills to build project management capability in self and othersIdentify and support learning opportunities for colleagues to practice acquired skills and techniquesTo keep up to date with methodologies, standards and tools required to contribute to own managerial, technical and professional growthKnowledge and expertise in the use of technical project management tools and methodologies, a minimum 3-4 years of project management experienceKnowledge of Traditional and Agile project delivery methodologies, with hands-on experience of project management and delivery using both Traditional and Agile (and related) methodologiesUnderstanding of how different delivery methods are integrated into the project lifecycle. Planning projects and selecting the appropriate delivery methodAble to apply recognised project processes, tools and techniques to manage operational and business readiness in support of required business outcomes. Planning, coordinating and supporting operational/ business readiness and deployment activitiesPRINCE2 accredited, or equivalent experience. Experience of working to PRINCE2 framework and possesses (or working towards) Foundation accreditationWorking within a PMO and leading delivery of a diverse range of projects in terms of size, scale and complexity. Experience of working in a PMO with demonstrable experience of recognised working practicesExcellent IT/PC skillsIndividual Competencies
Stakeholder engagement and management skills at all levels and able to quickly establish working relationships with project sponsors and project team resourcesAbility to communicate (written and verbal) at all levels with clarity and precisionAbility to mobilise and motivate teams, setting the direction and approach, resolving conflict, delivering difficult messages with grace and providing clarity where there is ambiguity and limited information availableFocused and versatile team player that is comfortable under pressureAbility to navigate, and operate effectively across, different organisation structuresExcellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skillsFacilitation, negotiation and influencing skillsSound business and technical acumenAbility to evaluate and nurture project management talent in othersKey Business Priorities
Internal
Leadership Teams - Key stakeholders that will perform project sponsor, business lead and solution lead rolesCentral Services - In particular, teams/ stakeholders as required to support project deliveryUK PMO - Team meetings, support, resources, knowledge sharing, training, reportingAll UK Colleagues - As required in the context of project deliveryExternal
Strategic Partners and 3rd Party Suppliers - As required for operational and project delivery
EEO Statement
Maximus is committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We know that feeling included has a dramatic impact on personal wellbeing and are working to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment due to any personal characteristic. Advertisements for posts will include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability for the post.
We are a Disability Confident Leader, thanks to our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of people with disabilities and long term conditions. The Disability Confident scheme includes a guaranteed interview for any applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for a job. When you complete your job application you will find a question asking you if you would like to apply under the Disability Confident Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you feel that you have a disability and apply under this scheme, providing that you meet the essential criteria for the job, you will then be invited for interview. YourGuaranteed Interview application will only be shared with the hiring manager and the local resourcing team. Where reasonable, Maximus will review and consider adjustments for those applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process.
Minimum Salary
£
45,000.00
Maximum Salary
£
55,000.00
Be part of something great
Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK we employ around 5,000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people's lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care.
Senior Project Manager roles (Level 2) are responsible for establishing and leading delivery of organisation-wide and cross-functional projects, business change and transformation, of varying size, scale and complexity. Demonstrating a combination of technical, leadership and commercial expertise that contributes to the delivery of commercial value and benefits, and the longer-term strategic objectives of stakeholder teams and MAXIMUS UK.
Role holders will coordinate and manage assigned projects, support UK and divisional change and transformation. This will include leading a variety of different types of projects and providing project assurance and governance on the delivery portfolio.
The Senior Project Manager (Level 2) role will be assigned projects of a greater complexity and importance, defined by their risk rating, strategic importance, investment cost, impact of change, etc. Working on typically larger projects, this role will require greater experience of end-to-end project delivery and skills acquired through working in an established PMO structure
1. Project Management
Manages projects of varying size, ranging from large-scale, complex projects often involving multiple internal and external components and matrix partners, to smaller tactical deliveriesEnsures all projects are clearly defined with an appropriate level of governance in order that end results meet business requirements that can be measured against a clearly articulated scope, agreed deliverables, project budgets and quantifiable business benefitSupports the definition, planning, orchestrating, and delivery of approved strategic initiativesResponsible for one or more initiatives including business, operational, and IT deliverablesDirectly manages all aspects of the project lifecycle and works with matrix partners to oversee all phases of a projectManages scope to ensure commitments are achieved within agreed time, cost and quality parametersValidates financial forecasts/ estimates and provides on-going reconciliation of project budgets (including resources and other related project costs)Ensures stakeholder engagement and collaboration to develop communication plans, identify training requirements and support teams with operational readiness to deliver the plan2. Project Assurance & Governance
Serves as a subject matter expert for project management and project delivery in routinely briefing key stakeholders on different aspects of assigned initiativesDevelops the project brief/ mandate, project plan, resource/ stakeholder plan, project controls and related project management products for the purpose of project approval and subsequent deliveryDefines and tracks project milestones while managing the project team and reporting on overall delivery against planPublishes regular project status reports for stakeholder reviewSchedules and facilities project meetings (project team, steering group/ project board, workshops, escalations) as required to support clear communication on project statusProvides assurance and governance support for other projects on the leadership team's portfolio and other projects on the UK PMO PortfolioRepresents assigned projects in various project governance, leadership team, management and UK PMO forums3. Leadership Team & Portfolio Management Support
Works with senior members of the UK PMO to support improved collaboration and working practices, engaging leadership teams and business leads across MAXIMUS UK to provide support and governance for project planning and delivery4. Coaching & Personal Development
Actively engaged in training, using skills to build project management capability in self and othersIdentify and support learning opportunities for colleagues to practice acquired skills and techniquesTo keep up to date with methodologies, standards and tools required to contribute to own managerial, technical and professional growthKnowledge and expertise in the use of technical project management tools and methodologies, a minimum 3-4 years of project management experienceKnowledge of Traditional and Agile project delivery methodologies, with hands-on experience of project management and delivery using both Traditional and Agile (and related) methodologiesUnderstanding of how different delivery methods are integrated into the project lifecycle. Planning projects and selecting the appropriate delivery methodAble to apply recognised project processes, tools and techniques to manage operational and business readiness in support of required business outcomes. Planning, coordinating and supporting operational/ business readiness and deployment activitiesPRINCE2 accredited, or equivalent experience. Experience of working to PRINCE2 framework and possesses (or working towards) Foundation accreditationWorking within a PMO and leading delivery of a diverse range of projects in terms of size, scale and complexity. Experience of working in a PMO with demonstrable experience of recognised working practicesExcellent IT/PC skillsIndividual Competencies
Stakeholder engagement and management skills at all levels and able to quickly establish working relationships with project sponsors and project team resourcesAbility to communicate (written and verbal) at all levels with clarity and precisionAbility to mobilise and motivate teams, setting the direction and approach, resolving conflict, delivering difficult messages with grace and providing clarity where there is ambiguity and limited information availableFocused and versatile team player that is comfortable under pressureAbility to navigate, and operate effectively across, different organisation structuresExcellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skillsFacilitation, negotiation and influencing skillsSound business and technical acumenAbility to evaluate and nurture project management talent in othersKey Business Priorities
Internal
Leadership Teams - Key stakeholders that will perform project sponsor, business lead and solution lead rolesCentral Services - In particular, teams/ stakeholders as required to support project deliveryUK PMO - Team meetings, support, resources, knowledge sharing, training, reportingAll UK Colleagues - As required in the context of project deliveryExternal
Strategic Partners and 3rd Party Suppliers - As required for operational and project delivery
EEO Statement
Maximus is committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We know that feeling included has a dramatic impact on personal wellbeing and are working to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment due to any personal characteristic. Advertisements for posts will include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability for the post.
We are a Disability Confident Leader, thanks to our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of people with disabilities and long term conditions. The Disability Confident scheme includes a guaranteed interview for any applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for a job. When you complete your job application you will find a question asking you if you would like to apply under the Disability Confident Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you feel that you have a disability and apply under this scheme, providing that you meet the essential criteria for the job, you will then be invited for interview. YourGuaranteed Interview application will only be shared with the hiring manager and the local resourcing team. Where reasonable, Maximus will review and consider adjustments for those applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process.
Minimum Salary
£
45,000.00
Maximum Salary
£
55,000.00