Head of Project Management

Project Manager

Location: Des Moines, IA

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver technology-driven initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end project execution, stakeholder alignment, and ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget. This role requires a balance of strong project management skills and foundational technical understanding.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end project delivery, from initiation through closure

Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and success criteria

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, QA, and business stakeholders

Drive Agile/Scrum or Waterfall execution, ensuring adherence to established processes

Manage project plans, dependencies, risks, and issues, with proactive mitigation strategies

Provide regular status reporting, including progress, risks, and key metrics

Ensure stakeholder alignment and effective communication across all levels

Oversee resource planning and allocation

Monitor and manage project budgets and forecasts

Facilitate change management and scope control

Ensure quality delivery aligned with business and technical expectations

Collaborating with other project managers while working on a large program

Required Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Project Manager for mid-to-large IT technology projects

Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)

Experience working with technical teams (developers, architects, QA)

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience on Insurance/Annuities domains

Experience with AWS or cloud-based projectsFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines, APIs, or modern application architecture

PMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent certification

Exposure to data platforms or Annuities services domain (preferred)

Familiarity with Generative AI terminologies, models, use cases

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.

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