Project Manager

  • Full-time
  • Verisk Business: Property Estimating Solutions (Xactware)

Company Description

Xactware, a Verisk business, specializes in technologies for the property insurance, remodeling, restoration, and mortgage and lending industries. Xactware’s tools provide claims estimating, contents replacement, claims management, and property maintenance solutions for desktop, mobile, and online platforms. Xactware’s services include repair cost research and reports, aerial imagery, and real-time business intelligence. Xactware has been providing cloud services for customers since 1995. To learn more about Xactware please visit us at: Xactware.com. We are proud to be a part of the Verisk family of companies! 

At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.   

Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.  

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.  

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.   

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. 

At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the fourth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce. 

Job Description

Project Manager

Xactware is searching for a dynamic and creative Project Manager who has the skill, knowledge and experience to help shape our industry-leading solutions. If you are looking to join a team that is vital to the success of a market leader, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What the job is like:

  • You will be working across several small Agile teams to successfully deliver projects within a specific deadline and budget.
  • You will be expected to manage the scope of the project: balance time, cost, and quality as well as own the release of the project
  • You will need to hear, communicate, and share the voice of our customers, communicating their needs to the rest of the team; seek to discover user needs and workflows through customer interactions, stakeholder feedback, and market analysis.
  • You will communicate problems, customer issues, challenges, and desired outcomes to the rest of the team, and work with the Product Owner and team to develop solutions.
  • You will work closely with the Product Owner to build and prioritize user stories and backlog tasks.
  • You will be expected to participate in usability prototype and product testing efforts.
  • It will be your job to remove roadblocks to allow the team to rapidly move from discovery to prototyping, to development to release.
  • You should constantly strive to gain industry knowledge and develop a mindset of continuous improvement.

 

On your first day, we'll expect you to have:

·         Minimum of 5+ year’s project management experience, or combination of equivalent work-related experience and training.

·         3+ years working within Scrum and Kanban Agile environments

·         Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills

·         Strong communication, interpersonal skills, customer service skills, and customer focus

·         Works well within tight deadlines with a natural ability to prioritize

·         Strong problem solving, analysis, negotiating skills, business acumen, and conflict management skills

·         Proficient with MS Office products and project management tools

·         Ability to work independently to achieve exceptional results

Additional Skills Desired

·         Proficient in Atlassian Jira is a major plus

 

What we offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Small team
  • Work life balance with flexible work arrangements and reasonable hours
  • Full benefits starting day one – Medical, Dental, Life, FSA, and more
  • 100% match on 401(k) contributions on up to 6% of your salary
  • Employee Stock purchase program
  • Opportunities for career development and growth
  • On-site gym, foosball, ping pong, basketball courts and sand volleyball
  • Family friendly work environment with high quality people
  • Stability of a large, established company with over 30 years in business.

What should be expected in the interview:

  • Phone screen for initial fit
  • Video interview via Skype or Teams

Additional Information

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability.

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