Job Description

Discover a world of endless possibilities at Gallagher Benefit Services, where you'll have the power to shape the future of workplaces across industries. As a member of our team, you become the driving force behind positive change, helping clients build environments where employees thrive. Embrace the opportunity to impact lives, unlock potential, and create a legacy of remarkable transformation.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

We are looking to recruit a Project Manager -- Planview to join our GBS M&A Integration Management Office (IMO) Team. The position is a critical part of the IMO Team, focusing on optimizing internal systems to support GBS mergers and acquisitions. This position offers excellent opportunities for development, growth, and career progression.  Specifically, this role requires deep Planview knowledge in order to be considered.  

The role is accountable to the Onshore IMO Portfolio Manager, working on both regular and ad-hoc activities while closely collaborating with other IMO Team members (Onshore and Offshore). You must have strong expertise in project management applications, with a particular emphasis on Planview, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

You will be able to work independently to meet agreed timelines, proactively identifying and resolving issues, and researching innovative solutions for discussion and implementation. You will have a keen eye for detail and accuracy and enjoy working on a variety of complex activities.

You are willing to work in a virtual team across multiple locations and enjoy interacting with diverse stakeholders across the organization. Your ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships will be key to your success in this role.

This position can be entirely virtual/remote/work from home and you can sit anywhere in the US. 

• Technology Optimization and Support : Provide end-user support and training for current project management tools, such as Planview, ensuring users can effectively utilize the system. Manage user provisioning and de-provisioning, assist with resource management, including database updates and resource attribute management, and assist with adding, editing, and creating new fields as required by project teams. Stay informed about potential changes in project management software and adapt support and training efforts accordingly.
• Workflow and SOP Design : Design and implement efficient workflows and standard operating procedures to streamline integration processes. Ensure that SOPs are documented, accessible, and regularly updated to reflect best practices.
• Dashboard Creation and Integration : Develop and maintain dashboards within Planview and Power BI to track integration progress and outcomes. Ensure seamless integration between Planview and Power BI to provide comprehensive insights and support decision-making processes.
• Governance and Compliance : Lead or assist in running governance activities to maximize value from projects and programs. Generate compliance reports and ensure the timely publication of project status reports.
• Training and Facilitation : Conduct training sessions for program managers and facilitate new hire onboarding and terminations within project management systems. Prepare program managers for review meetings and assist in the creation of new projects/programs using reusable templates.
• AI Integration : Explore and implement AI solutions to enhance M&A IMO programs and best practices, or drive efficiencies in IMO processes. Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and assess their potential impact on integration processes.

• Education : A bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience in project management or technology integration may be considered in lieu of a specific degree.
• Experience : 7+ years of relevant work experience, including at least 5 years in project management, with a minimum of 3+ years of experience specifically with Planview.
• Technical Expertise : Proficiency in Planview and Power BI, with familiarity in additional project management software such as Microsoft Project, Easy Projects, and Smartsheet.
• Industry Knowledge : Experience in the financial services or insurance industry is advantageous.
• Project Management Skills : Strong skills in managing projects, including tracking progress, maintaining project documentation, and ensuring project governance.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Organizational Skills : Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Workflow Design : Experience in designing and implementing workflows and standard operating procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• AI Knowledge : Working knowledge of AI technologies and a willingness to learn and apply AI solutions to enhance integration processes.
• Adaptability : Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Attention to Detail : High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing project documentation and resources.

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On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift program
• And more...

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Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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