Business Project Manager Sr - Hartford, CT

Location Hartford, United States Job type Full-Time Work mode Hybrid Job level Professional Job ID 12170 Company HSB Employment type Regular Area of expertise Business Strategy & Consulting · Responsbile for the Business Project Management function on IT projects. Accountable for ...

Job description

Location Hartford, United States Job type Full-Time Work mode Hybrid Job level Professional Job ID 12170 Company HSB Employment type Regular Area of expertise Business Strategy & Consulting

Responsbile for the Business Project Management function on IT projects. Accountable for preparing business components of the charter/business case in conjunction with IT. Ensures communication planning and delivery with business leaders and stakeholders. Determines resources needs to maintain Business project staffing levels. Develops, updates, & drives business tasks in the overall project plan. Manages, escalates, and mitigates business risks & issues, and clears business roadblocks. Oversees UAT coordination and execution. Accountable for operational rollout planning, training and execution. Accountable for change management plans & execution. Accountable for the definition, execution tracking and post-project realization tracking of business benefits. Partners with IT to ensure adherence to the PMO practices.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Business or related field
• 3+ years in a leadership / management role
• 8+ years' experience as a business or IT project manager &/or business analyst
• PMP or PMI certification desired
• Experience in leading change and managing transitions is highly desirable
• Experience working in matrixed resource model and managing expectations of stakeholders across divisions

Knowledge and Skills

• Proven leadership skills and ability to make decisions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills
• Ability to communicate and work collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic teamwork environment with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of quality
• Excellent oral and written communication, including proven meeting facilitation and presentation skills
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external IT implementation partners/vendors
• Proficient in project management methodologies and tools (both Waterfall and Agile), resource management practices and change management techniques
• Ability to manage all phases of the project life cycle
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, juggle multiple priorities, and be adaptive to change
• Ability to work as an effective cross-functional team member
• Strong process orientation, problem solving & troubleshooting skills, and a firm commitment to quality
• Works closely with Engineering Operations/Shared Services and IT Leadership to ensure consistent messaging to business partners as it relates to decisions for in-flight projects
• Collaborates with others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought and education and/or equivalent experience to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

At The Hartford Steam Boiler, a subsidiary of Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. The work environment characteristics, and any physical and mental requirements 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 be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Your Benefits

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Competitive Salary

We provide fair and competitive compensation that reflects your performance and commitment.

Company performance-based Incentives

In addition to your salary, our variable compensation approach allows you to share in Munich Re's success.

Recognition and Special Rewards

We recognise outstanding individual contributions through a variety of targeted rewards and incentives.

Retirement Planning

We support your long-term financial wellbeing with retirement solutions aligned with local regulations.

Inclusive Workplace Culture

We foster a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven environment.

Learning & Development

We offer tailored learning opportunities with a strong focus on core skills and business-critical knowledge.

Work-Life-Balance

Supporting your ability to balance family, leisure, and your career.

Health & Wellbeing

We support your physical and mental health through a range of programs and activities in each location.