Project Manager I

Company Overview

Alfa Insurance® is an A-rated insurance carrier that offers an excellent array of auto, home, life, farm and business insurance products. Alfa® is known for its superior service and received the highest score in the Southeast region of the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Auto Insurance Study, which measures customer satisfaction with auto insurance providers. Since its humble beginnings in 1946, Alfa and its affiliates now serve more than 1 million customers across 14 states.

Working as a Project Manager I for Alfa Insurance offers a remarkable opportunity that extends beyond the mere task of assisting the organization in the development of strategic plans for growth initiatives. It entails joining a revered company built on principles of faith, family, community, and unwavering integrity. By becoming a member of the Alfa family, you can uncover your true purpose and actively contribute to enhancing the lives of our valued policyholders and making a positive impact in your community.

Job Summary

As a Project Manager I, you will play a vital role in participating proactively with executive management and department heads across the organization. Furthermore, you will be responsible for creating an overall project plan and providing oversight and guidance to the Alfa project team and the vendor project team in order to ensure the timely and successful completion of strategic assigned initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of projects meeting customer expectations for time, cost, and specifications definitions.
• Deliver solutions that meet the time, budget, quality, and functional expectations of the business using approved tools, techniques, and methodologies.
• Responsible for all aspects of the project life cycle (initiate, plan, execute, control, close).
• Participate proactively with the corporation, business lines, functional units, and small business units in the development and implementation of strategic plans for business initiatives.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Four-year degree required.
• PMP certification required or needs to be completed within 6 months of employment with Alfa or Masters in IT Project Management.
• 3 years of experience leading or managing projects or experience in a professional insurance or IT capacity
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to sell concepts and ideas to all levels of management within Alfa, and able to discuss sensitive and topical issues with all levels of management.
• Proven track record of successful software development initiatives and be recognized as a leader.
• Proven experience in providing service to internal stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Understanding of project delivery and acceptance processes within a fast-paced business environment.
• Property and Casualty or Life Insurance experience is highly beneficial.
  
  
  

Benefits/Perks

• Opportunity for annual performance bonus
• Discounts on your auto insurance (underwriting approval required)
• Benefits include: health, dental, supplemental cancer, vision insurance and 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off Bank to include 3 days PTO available after first 80 hours worked for New Hires
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible Healthcare and Childcare spending accounts for tax savings
• Opportunities for advancement
• Continuous training and support throughout your career with Alfa
• College tuition discounts at various colleges in Alabama
• Fitness center
• Onsite cafeteria
• Access to onsite childcare center