Applied Systems, Inc., a worldwide leader in insurance technology, is currently searching for a Project Manager.  Working as a key member of a strategic account program team, the Project Manager will lead objectives and required outcomes of one or more aspects of the multi-year/multi-dimensional program.  Utilizing a methodical approach to planning and guiding project processes from start to finish, you will manage the execution of implementation oriented workstreams with a focus on IT and software development / deployment activities.   You will be relied upon to create and execute both internal and client communication strategies, driving overall customer relationships by pro-active involvement and ongoing contact.  

What You'll Do

• Manage one or more workstreams that form part of the broader Implementation program
• Establish and maintain the project schedule, project documents, and meeting notes using agreed collaboration tools
• Provide integrated change control via an established change request process
• Provide comprehensive and on-going risk and issue management
• Work with the Program leadership team to determine cross-functional resource needs and availability required to successfully deliver in-scope projects
• Perform appropriate and timely follow-up with both the customers and internal teams to ensure project activities are progressing as scheduled, conduct meetings when necessary.
• Maintain timely and accurate time keeping records
• Actively contribute and react to program lessons learned, including post-implementation-oriented surveys
• Utilize generally accepted/recognized project management methodology, practices and tools
• Assist management in mentoring new Project Managers to the organization, as requested
• Attend conventions, summits or user group meetings as requested
• Depending upon the projects assigned, manage implementation activations as required which may entail occasional weekend work

What You’ll Need to Succeed

We’re looking for someone who: 

• Has the ability to work 100% remotely, as you will work from home when not travelling

Your experience should include some or all of the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (in Business, Project Management, Insurance, or Organizational Behavior)
  We proudly support and encourage people with military experience, as well as military spouses, to apply
• 5-10 years of experience in external client-facing roles
• Software/SaaS implementation experience
• Strong leadership skills; able to develop and motivate a project team
• Outstanding customer relationship management skills
• Proven experience with MS Teams and Smartsheet
• Highly skilled in the art of negotiation
• Highly organized; can handle multiple projects concurrently; demonstrated proficiency in Planning, Needs Assessment, and Project Management

Additionally, you may have: 

• PMP or CAPM certification highly preferred
• Previous supervisory experience
• Previous Agency Management System Implementation experience

What You’ll Gain

Benefits from Day One

• Health insurance plans, dental, and vision
• Wellness incentives
• 401(k) and/or RRSP retirement savings plans with employer match

Work-Life Balance

• Competitive paid vacation time and a free day for your birthday
• Personal/sick time
• Paid holidays
• Flex Time
• Paid parental leave (U.S. candidates)
• Volunteer time off

Empowering Career Growth and Success – We invest in talent, care about our people and are empowered by the results of our work. We grow our teams from within and give our employees opportunities to advance.

What We Value

We strive for excellence at every turn to be the best at what we do. We invest in talent, care about our people and are empowered by the results of our work. We fulfil the promise of insurance – safeguarding and protecting what matters most in people’s lives. And there is no more important job than that.

Our focus on the workforce, workplace and marketplace gives us a qualified individual in an environment in which they can be productive while we maintain our position in the industry. To help drive that change toward a vibrant, modern workplace, we have employee-driven networks with commonalities in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation and military status.

Who We Are

For more than 35 years, Applied Systems has created innovative technology for the global insurance industry. Today, we are a rapidly growing software leader that is revolutionizing the way agencies and brokerages succeed.

We are smart and curious people in a tech-first environment that champions bold and powerful thinking. We are transforming a complex industry through digitization, automation, and innovative new partnerships. Together we are driving the industry fearlessly forward.

It’s an exciting time at Applied. You can do big things here, in an environment that supports creative thinking and bold ideas. Visit http://www.AppliedSystems.com for more information on how you can challenge what’s possible.

EEO Statement

Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don’t discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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