IT Project Manager II

Overview

Join an amazing team that is consistently recognized for our achievements and culture, including our most recent Forbes award of being one of America's Best Midsize Employers for 2024!

Position Summary:The primary job function is to oversee various system projects of a highly complex nature.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversees the assembling project team, assigns individual responsibilities, identifies appropriate resources needed, and develops schedules to ensure timely completion of project.
• Must be familiar with the system scope and project objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member to effectively coordinate the activities of the team.
• Communicates with Senior Project Manager and/or Functional Area Manager regarding status of specific projects.
• Regular attendance at work on a full-time schedule of at least 8 hours and 40 hours per week
• Other functions may be assigned

Qualifications

Education:

• Successful completion of a 4 year degree in a directly-related area such as Business Management or Computer Science

Experience:

• 3 - 5 years of directly-related experience in the of project management, resource management and/or project assessment techniques; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Marketing experience and PPM tools such as Monday.com, Clarity, Planview is preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle
• Proficient in defining and prioritizing delivery activities Proficient in developing project charter and schedules Ability to effectively manage project risks and issues
• Ability to manage project organization, meetings, estimations and cost control
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and successfully with other project team members without interpersonal or team conflicts
• Ability to effectively communicate risks and issues that may impact employees ability to perform job functions and meet expectation
• Ability to provide coaching and career development to team members Ability to solve problems by using a logical and systematic approach Knowledge of financial tools and processes

About the Company

Why choose a career at Mercury?

At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can’t imagine a world without it.

Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life.

We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals.

Learn more about us here: https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/about/careers

Perks and Benefits

We offer many great benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
• Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
• Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Engaging work environment
• Promotional opportunities
• Education assistance
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Company recognition program
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more

Mercury Insurance is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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