Job Category:
IT/Software Development
Reference Code:
312031
Position Type:
Full Time, Employee
UnitedHealth Group is among the most ambitious Fortune 25 companies you'll ever meet. Through our family of businesses, we're working to make the health care system perform better for more people, in more ways than ever.

Simply put, we think the entire system can be greater than it's ever been. And that drives us to work harder, aim higher, and expect more from one another.

Here, you'll be empowered to make an immediate impact for millions of others. And you'll achieve more than you ever expected. How does that fit with your plans?
Program Integration Manager - Minnetonka, MN 55343
UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.

UnitedHealth Group is working to create the health care system of tomorrow. Already Fortune 25, we are totally focused on innovation and change.  We work a little harder. We aim a little higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And at the end of the day, we're doing a lot of good. Through our family of businesses and a lot of inspired individuals, we're building a high-performance health care system that works better for more people in more ways than ever. Now we're looking to reinforce our team with people who are decisive, brilliant - and built for speed. Sound interesting? If so, explore this newly created career opportunity in our Minnetonka, MN facility.
 
Program Integration Manager
 
In this mission-critical role, you will lead a team (direct and indirect) of approximately 30 Project and Program Managers to ensure compliance with HIPAA 5010 requirements. Will orchestrate the program across our entire enterprise to a successful completion.
 
Core responsibilities will include:
 
  • Educating project and program management professionals regarding processes and tools used to plan, create, assess, balance and communicate execution of the program portfolio

  • Ensuring the Project and Program Managers (and their teams) are following the SDLC and using standard project management tools for Scope, Schedule, Financial, Risk and Issue management

  • Developing and managing program communication plans 

  • Integrating project plans into a program portfolio

  • Synchronizing and managing cross-application interdependencies

  • Driving execution of the program deliverables through segment Project and Program Managers

  • Educating and mentoring Project and Program Managers 

  • Actively monitoring program performance

  • Providing risk management and issue/problem resolution as required

  • Interacting with senior leaders across a highly matrixed environment

  • Utilizing all organizational resources appropriately

  • Improving processes to optimize performance and value over time

  • Training, motivating and mentoring team members

 


Candidates will possess:
 
  • 10 + years of program management experience in the technology space

  • Specific expertise leading programs related to Applications Development initiatives using a structured SDLC methodology

  • Proven success delivering programs using a structured Portfolio/Program/Project Management methodology 

  • Ability to influence people to follow sound project management practices

  • Experience effectively communicating project/program missions and objectives

  • Demonstrated success delivering technology programs on time, on budget and on quality

  • Extensive experience leading complex, enterprise wide programs

  • Proven people leadership skills with global teams (both on and offshore)

  • Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and mentor (in a hands-on way if needed)

  • Ability to build and maintain trusted relationships

  • Resource allocation experiences across a matrixed organization

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Success and comfort working on tight deadlines in fast-paced environments

  • Healthcare industry experiences preferred, but not required

  • PMP certification of value, but not required

  • Knowledge of technology infrastructure desirable

  • Relevant bachelor's degree; advanced degree preferred

 
 
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing.
 


Additional Information:

  • Travel Percentage: 50%

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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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