Associate Project Manager - Remote

Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking “Associate Project Manager “; who could join our team of IT professionals in a permanent role. If you meet our background requirements and skills and looking for an opportunity to be rewarded for your skills and expertise, here is the ideal opportunity for you!

“Cognizant will not sponsor H-1B or other U.S. work authorization, or lawful permanent residence (otherwise known as a “Green Card”) for this role.

Job Location: El Dorado Hills, CA Remote

Job ID: 53920161

Role: Associate Project Manager

Work experience required: 8 - 10yrs

Required Skills:

• Strong Analytical, problem-solving, presentation skills and ability to work with minimal guidance.
• Experience in Project Managerial administrative duties such as setting up meetings and taking notes.
• Experience managing a small workstream within a project or program.
• Be ready to work in PST time zone client delivery from anywhere in US or Canada
• Experienced in managing risks with issue and decision follow-up.
• Excellent communication skills and participates actively in team meetings discussion.
• Experience in assisting with resource and financial updates in Planview, draft project documents for PM review.
• Experience in healthcare domain (7 Years Minimum)

Desired Skills:

• Hands-on knowledge in Healthcare Medi-CAL (California's Medicaid health care program)

• Experience and understanding of both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Provides detailed and timely status updates to management.
• Manage a small workstream within a project or program.
• Document requirements into JIRA stories covering all aspects.
• Acts as a highly competent advisor to their manager, leads and team.
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement in all areas of technology and instills the principles of this culture in a team.
• PM support role that includes administrative duties such as setting up meetings and taking notes, assisting PM to manage risks with issue and decision follow-up.
• Assist with resource and financial updates in Planview and draft project documents for PM review.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $80K to $105K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Paid Parental Leave
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, inspires thought leadership, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.

If you are comfortable with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you! Apply Now!