Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies

Project Manager II

Sacramento, California · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$114k-$145kDetected 35 days ago
Cloud PlatformsDevOpsRESTComplianceProduct ManagementProject ManagementAgileJiraConfluenceStakeholder ManagementNegotiationProcess ImprovementCustomer SuccessAPI TestingHIPAALeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoring

About the role

  • They will bring expertise in project management, Agile coaching, and process improvement to ensure the time and high-quality delivery of initiatives.
  • Our differences make us stronger and better together, which fosters a harmonious workplace-something we truly value.
  • We've created an approachable and collaborative atmosphere.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborates with Product Owners to define and prioritize the product backlog.
  • Develops project plans, including scope, schedule, resource allocation, risk mitigation strategies, and budget.
  • Manages project teams, fostering communication and collaboration between developers, testers, and stakeholders.
  • Proactively identifies project risks and works with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies.
  • Manages change control processes, ensuring that project adjustments are handles efficiently without impacting quality or deadline attainment.
  • Develops and implements procedures for regular audits, risk assessments, and disaster recovery plans for critical applications.
  • Develops and maintains test documentation, including test plans, test cases, test scripts, and test data management.
  • Implements processes to ensure traceability of test cases to requirements and automated defect tracking/reporting.
  • That means we invest in our business in every way possible to deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what powers our success.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field required.
  • PMP (Project Management Professional), CSM (Certified Scrum Master) or equivalent certification required.

Nice to have

  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in IT project management, with a minimum of three (3) years in a Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager role, required.
  • Proven experience with Agile, PMP, and RUP methodologies required.
  • Experience in managing large-scale IT infrastructure or software development projects highly preferred.
  • CERTIFICATIONS: PMP (Project Management Professional), CSM (Certified Scrum Master) or equivalent certification required.
  • Advanced certifications in Scrum (e.g., Advanced Certified ScrumMaster, PMI-ACP) or PMP preferred.

Skills

  • Solid understanding of software development lifecycles and IT systems.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficient in Agile tools such as JIRA, Trello, or equivalent project management software.
  • Familiarity with DevOps principles and practices.
  • Facilitates scrum ceremonies (Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospective, and Sprint Reviews).
  • Acts as a servant leader to cross-functional Agile teams, ensuring adherence to Agile principles and best practices.
  • Plans, executes, and oversees IT projects from inception through delivery using PMP principles and best practices.
  • Ensures alignment of project goals with business objectives and IT strategy.
  • Reports regularly on project status, risks, and key metrics to stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Ensures proper documentation and knowledge transfer for long-term project sustainability.
  • Fosters a culture of continuous improvement by driving process optimization and ensuring effective use of tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
  • Serves as the primary point of escalation for project issues, working to resolve conflicts and remove blockers in a timely manner.

Compensation

  • Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, has an opening for a Project Manager II in their Business Applications team to lead IT projects and coordinate cross-functional teams, driving the successful implementat

Company info

  • With more than 50 years in business, BHHC has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast.
  • Relationships are the cornerstone of our culture, and we believe in doing the right thing.
  • Our commitment to financial strength and integrity means our customers can rest assured that we will be there when it counts.
  • At BHHC we embrace diversity and foster an environment where our people can be their authentic selves.
  • Here you'll find a welcoming workplace where everyone can feel valued, supported, and inspired to do great work.
  • Together, we raise the bar by being curious, remaining customer-focused, and operating with integrity.
  • ABOUT US With more than 50 years in business, BHHC has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast.
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