Job Description

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

You're empowered to do your best by supporting the Business Initiatives Team. The Sr. Project Manager II will be responsible for the coordination and completion of project across Optum Financial. He or she provides explanations and interpretations within area of expertise. Candidate's work is self-directed and not prescribed, focused on less structured, more complex issues. Serves as a resource to others, and is fully proficient in the following aspects of project management.

If you are located in Eden Prairie, MN, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Lead or contribute to the development of program or project scope statements, in consultation with applicable stakeholders (e.g., program/project charter, Statement of Work, Business Vision Document)
* Collect, analyze and maintain financial forecast information (e.g., labor, hardware, software), using input from applicable sources (e.g., resource managers, project managers, application planners, system architects)
* Develop/contribute to project budgets and forecasts, obtaining approvals from applicable stakeholders (e.g., cost/benefit analysis, capital planning, staffing impact analysis/assessment)
* Establish/apply quality objectives, criteria, standards and levels using appropriate quality management methods, with input from applicable stakeholders (e.g., key performance indicators, scope definition)
* Develop, document and implement project communication plans
* Coaches, provides feedback, and guides others, acts as a resource for others with less experience

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:

* Bachelor's degree or relevant experience
* 6+ years' experience as a Project Manager
* 4+ years' experience executing projects in a matrixed organization
* 4+ years' experience communication with and presenting to senior/executive leadership
* 4+ years' experience with gaining acceptance for ideas, plans, actions and then implement across org boundaries
* Proficiency with MS Excel (advanced+)
* Proficiency with MS PowerPoint (advanced+)
* Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely
* Works with minimal guidance; seeks guidance on only the most complex tasks
* Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
* Ability to work both business leadership and technical teams, with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* You will be asked to perform this role in an office setting or other company location

Preferred Qualifications:

* Financial Services / FinTech / Healthcare experience
* Proficiency with MS Teams
* Proficiency with MS Project
* Proficiency with MS SharePoint
* Experience managing scope, change, budget, and risk
* Experience identifying solutions to non-standard requests/problems
* Experience working in an Agile development environment

Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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

Job Keywords: project manager, Financial Services, FinTech, Healthcare