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Senior Project Manager - Hybrid in San Antonio, TX

UnitedHealth Group

San Antonio, TX
Full Time
Senior
90k-161k
about 2 months ago

Job Description

About the Role

Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the coordination and completion of projects across various functional areas. Provides subject matter expertise in areas including project scope definition, risk identification, project methodology, resource allocation, facilitation, and other areas of expertise based on established project management techniques. Requires partnering with other leaders in a high energy, fast-paced, and dynamic matrix organization across multiple geographies in order to have continuous consistency, alignment and visibility into progress, status, challenges and risks. Required to oversee multiple projects and initiatives that rollup into our business objectives, roadmap and vision. Must have data analysis skills to support decision making processes, and the ability to execute flawlessly and assess program/project progress to report on overall project updates to stakeholders and senior management. Ensures projects are completed within defined timelines and scope. This is a Hybrid position and you will be required to work onsite 3 days a week at: 19500 IH 10 W Stop 2-4090 in San Antonio, TX

Key Responsibilities

  • Effectively and efficiently own the successful delivery of all assigned projects including managing all cross-function work stream owners. Function as the project General Manager.
  • Lead or help develop program or project scope in consultation with applicable stakeholders (e.g. program/project plan of deliverables, timelines, business vision document, etc.).
  • Work with resource managers to identify team roles and skill sets required, duration and effort required for successful project execution.
  • Create and manage project plan. Manage risks and mitigations and replan as events warrant.
  • Direct the team and resolve conflicts: Direct team to complete projects on time, within budgetary guidelines. Escalate issues appropriately.
  • Develop, communicate and implement program /project risk/issue management plans and strategies to project team members and management.
  • Responsible for overall quality review of project, ongoing review of cross-functional team resource work/outcomes and final documentation of team/project procedures.
  • Develop innovative approaches.
  • Consistently utilize standard project management tools.
  • Sought out as an expert, leader, mentor.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in leading strategic project and/or program implementations.
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
  • Proven ability to work independently in driving project/program implementation from initiation to completion.
  • Proven ability to facilitate meetings with all levels of stakeholders and management.
  • Proven excellent presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability.
  • Ability to quickly/positively change project priorities as business goals shift.
  • Ability to engage team members in a cross-functional, virtual environment.
  • Open to flexible work hours, including necessary overlap with US time zones.
  • Must pass Tuberculosis screening and provide proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation, vaccination, or diagnosis.

Nice to Have

  • PMP Certification.
  • Healthcare and/or healthcare operations experience.
  • Experience with automation work/tools such as Smartsheet Project Plan development and Executive Dashboard development using automated Smartsheet tools.

Qualifications

  • Educational background is not explicitly specified, but experience requirements imply a need for relevant professional experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Incentive and recognition programs.
  • Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution.
  • Salary range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full-time employment.
  • Additional benefits and incentives subject to eligibility.

Working at UnitedHealth Group

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone—of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income—deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 1, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary90k-161k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About UnitedHealth Group

Website

unitedhealthgroup.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

San Antonio, TX

Industry

Direct Life, Health, and Medical Insurance Carriers

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