Business Project Manager - US Healthcare

JOB SUMMARY This job is responsible for definition, planning and delivery of complex programs that require cross-functional collaboration and management of interdependencies between a group of projects and/or related activities within the constraint of scope, quality, time and budget. Includes the management of a group of internal exempt and/or matrixed employees and contractors that serve on the program(s) to deliver solutions for the business. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Works with business and technical organizations to drive out program strategy and approach. Organizes, plans, and maintains Program roadmap consisting of cross-functional activities/projects. Work with business and technical organizations to assemble project teams. Lead Project Managers and Program team in the development and maintenance of comprehensive plans for a defined program. Work with Executive Sponsor and Business Owner of a Program, and other management as required, to achieve the Program objectives. Acquire understanding of the business objectives for an assigned area." Monitor, evaluate and report on Program status inclusive of scope, schedule, budget and alignment to Program and strategic goals. Direct corrective action as needed to maintain the viability of the Program. Develop and maintain positive customer relationships. Deliver presentations of project status to effectively communicate throughout the project lifecycle. Adhere to Highmark project management methods, project lifecycle methodologies, and audit requirements. Support and contribute to the improvement of project management methods and practices. Primary Skill: Business Consulting experience along with project management in US Healthcare domain: 10 -16 years experience candidates who worked Business Consulting Group roles. Mandatory experience in US Healthcare, Business Consulting / Analyst roles and good understanding in Project Management roles. Good exposure in US Healthcare Presales experience. Candidates should be well versed in Stake holder management, self-exploratory spontaneous thinker. Ability to synthesize analysis, recommend actions and prioritize next steps. Demonstrate ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment, and be a self-starter. Solid organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to use complex and interrelated data to generate insights. Willing to work in 3.00 PM to 12.00 AM Shift Work Model: WFO (Hybrid) Work Location: Chennai or Hyderabad. SKILLS: Experience with customer relationship management Presentation skills Negotiation skills Experience with conflict resolution Experience with Risk Mitigation Planning Team Building Skills Strong interpersonal skills Very good verbal and written communication skills Solid organizational and planning skills Solid leadership skills