Project Manager with Insurance Exp (Des Moines)

Role: Project Manager with Insurance Exp Location: Des Moines, Iowa, United States We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver technology-driven initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end project execution, stakeholder alignment, and ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget. This role requires a balance of strong project management skills and foundational technical understanding.. Key Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end project delivery, from initiation through closure • Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and success criteria • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, QA, and business stakeholders • Drive Agile/Scrum or Waterfall execution, ensuring adherence to established processes • Manage project plans, dependencies, risks, and issues, with proactive mitigation strategies • Provide regular status reporting, including progress, risks, and key metrics • Ensure stakeholder alignment and effective communication across all levels • Oversee resource planning and allocation • Monitor and manage project budgets and forecasts • Facilitate change management and scope control • Ensure quality delivery aligned with business and technical expectations • Collaborating with other project managers while working on a large program Required Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Project Manager for mid-to-large IT technology projects • Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) • Experience working with technical teams (developers, architects, QA) • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Preferred Qualifications: • Experience on Insurance/Annuities domains • Experience with AWS or cloud-based projects • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, APIs, or modern application architecture • PMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent certification • Exposure to data platforms or Annuities services domain (preferred) • Familiarity with Generative AI terminologies, models, use cases