Enterprise Project Manager in Columbia SC Hybrid

Enterprise Project ManagerWe are seeking an experienced Enterprise Project Manager to support high-priority IT initiatives under the direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO). This role will be responsible for managing multiple medium-to-large-scale projects, collaborating with business stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors, and ensuring successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and quality expectations.Project Planning & ExecutionLead and manage multiple IT projects from initiation through implementation and closure.Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.Assist business teams in gathering and documenting business requirements.Coordinate project activities to ensure deliverables are completed on time and within scope.Monitor project progress and proactively address schedule, scope, and resource challenges.Risk & Issue ManagementIdentify, assess, and manage project risks, dependencies, and issues.Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.Monitor risk triggers and implement corrective actions as needed.Escalate critical risks and issues to leadership in a timely manner.Stakeholder & Vendor ManagementCollaborate with internal teams, leadership, business units, and external vendors.Facilitate project meetings, status reviews, and stakeholder communications.Build strong working relationships across departments to ensure project success.Coordinate vendor activities and monitor outsourced project deliverables.Reporting & DocumentationPrepare and maintain project management documentation, including:Project PlansStatus ReportsRisk RegistersIssue LogsProject MetricsExecutive PresentationsProvide regular project status updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.Develop presentations and reports for management review and decision-making.Program & Portfolio SupportSupport portfolio and program management activities.Track project performance metrics and reporting requirements.Ensure adherence to organizational project management standards and methodologies.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and project governance processes.Required QualificationsMinimum 3+ years of Project Management experience.Strong project management background within healthcare, insurance, government, or enterprise IT environments.Experience developing and executing project plans, schedules, resource plans, and budgets.Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and priorities.Strong risk management and issue resolution experience.Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.Ability to present project information effectively to executive leadership.Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.Ability to work independently and drive projects to successful completion.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Medicaid systems, healthcare claims systems, or healthcare delivery systems.Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI certification.Experience working in state government or public sector environments.Experience managing enterprise-level technology initiatives.Knowledge of project governance and portfolio management practices.Technical SkillsMicrosoft ProjectSharePointMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft AccessProject Portfolio Management ToolsRisk Management MethodologiesProject Documentation & Reporting