PMO Squad Staffing · 5 days ago
Guidewire Cloud Migration IT Project Manager - New York City, NY, Purchase, NY, Garden City, NY, Morristown, NJ, Conshohocken, PA, Charlotte, NC, Alpharetta, GA
New York, NY
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$65/hr - $75/hr
8+ years expPMO Squad Staffing is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead the migration of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter to a cloud-based environment. The successful candidate will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of this mission-critical project, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements.
ConsultingProject ManagementTraining
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the end-to-end migration project of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter from on premise environment to the cloud
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and budgets for both systems
Ensure project alignment with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
Ensure performance of implementation vendor(s)
Collaborate with business leaders, IT teams, and third-party vendors to ensure project objectives for both PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter are clearly defined and met
Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including executive leadership, in a clear and timely manner
Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure smooth migration of both PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter. Proactively address issues and roadblocks to minimize project delays and disruptions
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, testers, and business analysts, ensuring effective collaboration and resource allocation across both PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter migration efforts
Provide guidance and support to team members to achieve project goals
Work closely with technical teams to ensure proper design, configuration, and implementation of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter in the cloud environment
Ensure data integrity, system interoperability, and security during migration processes
Oversee testing and validation of the migrated systems to ensure functionality and performance
Manage project financials, ensuring costs are controlled and align with financial expectations
Allocate resources effectively, balancing priorities across multiple project tasks
Maintain comprehensive documentation of project activities, decisions, and outcomes for both systems
Provide bi-weekly reports and updates to leadership on project status, performance metrics, and lessons learned
Qualification
Required
8+ years of IT project management with a focus on M&A or IT integration projects
Proven experience managing Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter implementations
Expertise in cloud technologies, including cloud migration strategies, data security, and performance optimization
Proven track record of managing large-scale IT integrations across multiple regions or business units
3+ years' experience within Commercial Insurance
Skilled in applying waterfall, agile, and hybrid project-delivery methodologies for traditional initiatives
Detailed knowledge of project management (PMLC), software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to effectively manage cross-functional team discussions and bridge business and IT priorities
Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships, ensuring alignment between IT deliverables and business objectives
Strong management skills with an ability to achieve results in a matrix management environment, fostering collaboration and accountability
Experience using Project and Portfolio Management tools (e.g., MS Project)
Proficiency in managing vendor relationships
Experience with change management and risk management strategies
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage complex projects and maintain focus on both the big picture and finer details
Strong analytical, managerial, and leadership abilities, with a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes
Ability to handle multiple priorities, proactively identify risks to project timelines, and develop effective mitigation strategies
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business terms and vice versa
Proficient in fostering collaboration between IT and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and mutual understanding of goals and objectives
B.A. / B.S. degree in Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus but not required
Company
PMO Squad Staffing
PMO Squad Staffing is a specialized project management staffing firm dedicated to delivering the people who drive your projects forward.
11-50 employees
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