Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking a Project Analyst with expertise in technology solutions to support and coordinate the project strategic activities to ensure the project meets the desired goals and outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technology application knowledge, domain expertise, and exceptional project management skills. Operating in a fast-paced and deadline-focused environment, the Project Analyst will maintain composure, demonstrate leadership, and focus relentlessly on client satisfaction and team success.

If you are willing to work Eastern Time Zone hours, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Be directly accountable for the successful delivery of client projects.

• Coordinate cross-functional resources to fulfill the Statement of Work (SOW) commitments.

• Manage client relationships, ensuring open communication and progress on a daily basis.

• Lead decision-making processes for technology projects, maximizing the use of platform features and minimizing custom coding.

• Analyze project scope, manage client expectations, and communicate any changes or adjustments.

• Develop project schedules and status reports as required by the client and organizational standards.

• Identify and escalate project risks and issues, engaging with the appropriate team members and stakeholders.

• Monitor project team utilization and project hours, adjusting forecasts as necessary.

• Track project budgets against actual costs, providing regular financial updates.

• Travel minimally as required to maintain high levels of client satisfaction.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Analyst in the technology sector, preferably with a professional services or consulting firm

• Experience creating, applying and maintaining tools to track program, project, or task performance data, including cost, schedule, and performance data

• Experience in the creation of routine and ad hoc reports

• Ability to provide oral and written discussion of analytical findings using narrative and graphic forms and interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Experience in managing collaborative projects with internal and external teams

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Reliable internet service that allows for effective telecommuting

• Eligible to work in the United States - US Citizenship

• Able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

• Ability to obtain favorable adjudication following submission of Department of Defense eQuip Form SF86

Preferred Qualifications:

• Government sector experience supporting delivery of large scale federal programs within the VA or DOD community

• Experience with both declarative and programmatic solutions within technology platforms

As a requirement of UnitedHealth Group's contract with the Department of Defense, this position requires U.S. citizenship and proof of favorable adjudication following submission of Department of Defense eQuip Form SF86, (the National Agency Check Legal and Credit or NACLC). Successful completion of the NACLC process is a requirement for continued employment in this role. NACLC processing will be initiated by our TRICARE Security Officer post-offer, and can take 3-6 months for a final decision communication from the Department of Defense. Candidates will be allowed to begin employment with UnitedHealth Group in this role based on an interim clearance, and final results will be communicated as they are received. Failure to obtain final NACLC approval will result in termination from this role.

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $28.03 to $54.95 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.