<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves leading and managing various projects and workstreams within a program, ensuring efficient execution and alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and expertise in strategic planning, change management, and project lifecycle processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee multiple workstreams and smaller projects within a program, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic objectives.</p><p>• Utilize strategic planning templates and processes to guide project execution and delivery.</p><p>• Develop and manage project plans, including requirements gathering, testing phases, and business readiness.</p><p>• Implement and maintain change control processes to address project scope adjustments effectively.</p><p>• Facilitate communication with executive leadership and key stakeholders, providing updates and addressing concerns.</p><p>• Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and quality assurance (QA) processes to ensure project outcomes meet expectations.</p><p>• Monitor and manage project risks, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies are in place.</p><p>• Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and seamless execution of program goals.</p><p>• Provide detailed reporting and documentation on project progress to relevant parties.</p><p>• Lead initiatives that enhance stakeholder engagement and streamline program management efforts.</p>

• Extensive experience in program and project management, particularly in the financial industry.<br>• Strong knowledge of strategic planning processes and templates.<br>• Proven ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership and stakeholders at all levels.<br>• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.<br>• Expertise in managing change control processes within large programs.<br>• Knowledge of employee benefits plans and financial concepts is preferred.<br>• Solid understanding of business readiness and testing phases, including UAT and QA.<br>• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

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