Senior Project Manager
Telligen · Des Moines
Product & ProgramEnterprise SolutionsHybridFull-Time
Telligen is hiring a Senior Project Manager in Des Moines, Iowa (hybrid, full-time). Posted 22 September 2026. Apply directly on Telligen's own careers site — no account needed.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing projects of varying size and complexity, following standardized project management processes. You will oversee all project related disciplines required for the successful and timely completion of the project. You will develop effective relationships with internal and external customers.
While this is a remote position, candidates for this position must reside in Anchorage, Alaska, San Bernardino County, California, or Sonoma County, California.
What you'll do:
- Develops, finalizes and manages the timeline, budget, security plans and monitors the process for projects
- Manages the scope of projects to ensure they are completed in an accurate and timely manner according to the customer’s and Company’s requirements
- Performs actual to plan comparison on the project, identifies any deviation from the project baseline and requests timeline extensions and/or additional monies
- Ensures projects are meeting internal quality control standards and that internal quality control reports are prepared
- May assist in the hiring and training of staff
- Provides input to management regarding performance of project team members
- Manages customers’ expectations with regard to projects and works with the customer to turn ideas into future business opportunities
- Provides input regarding project management processes and assists in preparing cost and technical proposals
- Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned
Required Skills and Experience:
- Four-year degree in MIS, Computer Science, Business or related field, and/or equivalent training and/or experience
- 5-7 years’ experience managing projects using a formal project management methodology
- Positions working on specific contracts may require U.S. Citizenship
- Because of the nature and immediacy of the work, the ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance is essential
- Candidates for this position must reside in Anchorage, Alaska, Sonoma County, California, or San Bernardino County, California.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- PMP Certification
- Experience with Healthcare/Medicare/Medicaid
- Experience managing software implementation projects
- Proficient with software tools such as: MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint etc
Who We Are:
Telligen is one of the most respected population health management organizations in the country. We offer clinical, analytical, and technical expertise to support local, Tribal, and national partners, state and federal government programs, and employers and health plans.
Over our 50-year history, health care has evolved - and so have we. What hasn't changed is our deep commitment to those we serve. Our success is built on our ability to adapt, respond to client needs and deliver innovative, mission-driven solutions.
Our business is our people and we’re seeking talented individuals who share our passion and are ready to take ownership, make an impact and help shape the future of health.
Are you Ready?
Benefits: A general description of the benefits and other compensation available for this position can be found in Telligen's Benefits Summary.
We’re on a mission to transform lives and economies by improving health.
Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, our employee-owners drive our business and share in our success.
Community: We show up - for our clients, our communities and each other. Being a responsible corporate partner is part of who we are.
Ingenuity: We value bold ideas and calculated risks. Innovation thrives when we challenge the status quo and listen to diverse perspectives.
Integrity: We foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment built on trust and excellence.
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Telligen and our affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and E-Verify Participants.
Telligen will not provide sponsorship for this position. If you will require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time. We will not accept 3rd party solicitations from outside staffing firms.
Telligen is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected class.
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