Qlarant
Director - Projects
About this role
Qlarant is a not-for-profit corporation that partners with public and private sectors to create high quality, safe, and efficient delivery of health care and human services programs. We have multiple lines of business including population health, utilization review, managed care organization quality review, and quality assurance for programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities. Qlarant is also a national leader in fighting fraud, waste and abuse for large organizations across the country. In addition, our Foundation provides grant opportunities to those with programs for underserved communities. Best People, Best Solutions, Best Results Job Summary: Plans, directs, and leads large-scale or distinct projects for assigned contracts, ensuring they align with the company’s strategic objectives, are accomplished within prescribed scheduling and funding parameters, and adhere to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Conducts advanced, comprehensive project planning activities including setting timelines, allocating resources, and monitoring cost projections and budgets. Liaises with contract contacts and other external/internal customers, coordinating meetings, attending committee meetings, and addressing questions and concerns raised by the contractor(s). Essential Functions:
- Develops collaborative relationships with external customers including maintaining positive communication and transparency.
- Acts independently to ensure contractual and operational requirements are met, aimed to consistently achieve project excellence.
- Conducts advanced evaluations to provide strategic recommendations and advises senior management of project status, contractual compliance, potential risk, and operational efficiencies.
- Drives project success through effective leadership, guiding and directing project teams by formulating work plans, assigning duties, and coordinating activities to ensure progress on schedule and within budget.
- Develops innovative methods for project processes and deliverables, applying advanced knowledge to adapt to changing needs.
- Facilitates communication and collaboration by conducting advanced meetings, focus groups, and participating in committees (internal and external).
- Maintains operational efficiency, ensuring contract compliance and timely deliverables by inspecting and installing best-of-class systems.
- Evaluates and modifies schedules or plans based on status reports, mastering project reporting by preparing and submitting written reports, articles, and proposals.
- Develops and conducts training programs and resources for internal and external customers including content specific to job functions, the project, and other topics as requested or deemed necessary.