Associate Director Project Management

Associate Director Of Project ManagementBecome a part of our caring community and help us put health first. The Associate Director of Project Management will support Product and Platform Enablement. This strategic leadership role will guide cross-functional project teams to deliver innovative platform capabilities and products that support enterprise goals. The Associate Director will ensure project alignment with business objectives, champion DevOps governance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.Responsibilities:Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Project Leaders supporting product and platform implementation initiativesProvide strategic leadership in the planning, execution, and delivery of complex product and platform enablement initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and adherence to regulatory and compliance standardsOversee end-to-end project lifecycle management, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, readiness milestones, and defined key performance indicatorsOversee the development, management, and continuous optimization of integrated project plans, schedules, and resource strategies to ensure timely, on-scope delivery of high-impact initiativesEstablish and oversee governance frameworks and best practices for platform and product enablement, ensuring compliance with Humana's security, regulatory, and quality standardsProactively monitor project performance, identify and mitigate risks, and deliver clear, strategic communications on status, challenges, and outcomes to senior leadership and key stakeholdersDrive a culture of continuous improvement and high performance by promoting collaboration, transparency, and accountabilityRequired Qualifications:7+ years of experience in project/program management, preferably in technology, product development, or platform enablementDemonstrated success managing large-scale, cross-functional projects and teamsStrong understanding of governance frameworks and platform managementExperience with project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to operate in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and manage multiple prioritiesProven analytical and problem-solving skillsPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, computer science, or related fieldMaster's degree preferredProven leadership experience managing teams of five or morePMP, Agile, or other relevant project management certificationsExperience in healthcare, insurance, or highly regulated industriesWork-At-Home Requirements:Must have the ability to provide a high-speed DSL or cable modem for a home office.Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA informationInterview Format:As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an exciting interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information for you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule. If you are selected, you will receive correspondence inviting you to participate in a HireVue assessment. You will have a set of questions and you will provide responses to each question. You should anticipate this to take about 15 - 20 minutes. Your answers will be reviewed, and you will subsequently be informed if you will be moving forward to next round.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Pay Range: $126,300 - $173,700 per yearThis job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.Description of Benefits: Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work.Application Deadline: 11-28-2025About Us: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.Equal Opportunity Employer: It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.