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Project Manager II

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We are Farmers!

We are… more than just your favorite commercials.  At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers. 

 

Farmers is an award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn’t just our business – it’s our culture!  To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities, check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. 

 

Workplace: Hybrid ( #LI-Hybrid ), Remote ( #LI-Remote ) - depending on candidate location.

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

About the role...

  • Manages all aspects of a medium scale (up to $10MM in budget) or a local aspect of a global project, including schedule, financials, and deliverables.
  • Responsible for project planning, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Evaluates and authorizes work requests and reviews cost estimates from suppliers.
  • Coordinates delivery of work from all parties involved.
  • Reviews and approves vendor invoices; produces reports to relevant level of management.
  • Accountable for acceptance criteria, obtains sign offs and conducts post implementation reviews.
  • Meets project deadlines and manages schedules of subject matter experts.
  • Tracks project spend rate and budget projections.

What you'll accomplish...

  • Integrates all team members and departments to ensure they are cooperating and working together to execute the program Forms project teams, including its reporting/organizational structure, and defines roles and responsibilities for each of the team members.
  • Measures results in minimizing conflicts among team members and the capability of the team to pull together and support each other's efforts as required.
  • Develop and construct project plans.
  • Plans will consist of task lists, Gantt charts, and other necessary planning documents.
  • Plans should be well thought out, actionable, reasonable and professionally presented.
  • Manage the scope, schedule and budget of the project and to limit unnecessary change and expansion of scope that may affect each.

Education Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience, PMP certification.

Experience needed...

6+ years' experience in a project management environment.

 

Note: 

Candidate qualifications may be reviewed against the requirements for the associated levels of this position's core function. Salary grade will be based on selected candidates' experience and skills.

Special skills needed...

  • Project or equivalent Project Management software, MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
  • Proven skills managing project teams in matrix organization reporting structure.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to secure 'buy-in' and convince others regarding best approach.
  • Goal oriented team player with a positive attitude.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Strong relationship building.
  • Delegating, coaching and evaluating performance.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
    o CA Only: $106,560 - $169,950
    o CO Only: $99,920 - $146,520 
    o HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $99,920 - $156,750
    o MA Only: $99,920 - $156,750 
  • o MD Only: $99,920 - $156,750
    o NY/DC/NJ Only: $99,920 - $169,950 
             o Albany County: $106,560 - $146,520 
    o WA Only:  $99,920 - $178,125 
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

 

Job Location(s): R_US - United States

 

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

 

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law.  Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

 

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. 

 

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

 

Spokane, WA only:  Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email: careers@farmers.com

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