DB Project Manager

BASIC FUNCTION

The DB Project Manager is responsible for the general oversight and project management of Defined Benefit administration work related to special client projects for the Employee Benefits Practice. The PM works under general supervision exercising a great deal of initiative and independent judgment in the performance of any task assigned by the DB Special Projects Team Manager.

Milliman's management has a history of rewarding performance and views this position as a vital piece of its ongoing strategy to solidify and grow long-term client relationships. This position offers the opportunity to operate as a business manager along with high visibility and unlimited career potential.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

• Coordinate work for new Defined Benefit Implementation projects for all aspects of the implementation project from sales support to the transition to the ongoing client team; includes project management and coordination of existing client support and changes.
• Coordinate staffing and implementation processes with the Systems Team Manager for new and ongoing Defined Benefit administration business on Milliman's proprietary DB Administration system.
• Assist in the development and review of plan specifications, system setup and process coordination for new Defined Benefit administration implementations based on existing plan documents, summary plan descriptions, and sample calculations.
• Assist in support of overall work management and project management tasks associated with client technology support and development.
• Review, apply, and document all non-system-oriented DB administration implementation policy and procedure, as appropriate.
• Manage overall scope of work. Documenting and billing where appropriate for services outside of the initial definition of the project

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of all regulatory facets of defined benefit plan administration such as plan terminations, 415 benefits limits, 401(a) (17) limits, minimum required distributions, nonqualified plans and other defined benefit regulatory issues involving ERISA and IRS Revenue Rulings.
• Must possess strong organizational skills and have the ability to effectively manage and track many tasks, issues and projects at one time.
• Must possess the ability to effectively manage project scope and client expectations, while providing a high level of customer service and satisfaction.
• Must possess the ability to accomplish tasks through others, in an environment with no reporting relationship.
• Must possess a solid understanding of the DB outsourcing market and product
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• CPC or QPA a plus.
• PMP a plus.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows, Office (Word and Excel) and Project. Experience with Microsoft Access and/or SQL Server a plus.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Must demonstrate Milliman's core values which include:

• Integrity - Must be honest, fair, active listener, open communicator and accountable.
• Teamwork - Work cooperatively and treat clients and coworkers with respect and dignity while valuing individual differences, encouraging new ideas and sharing information.
• Commitment to excellence - Demonstrate commitment to being creative, innovative, flexible and adaptable, focusing on quality solutions, continually improving and being a winner.
• Type "A" personality - High energy with effective poise and presence, self-motivated and relentlessly striving towards goals.

COMPENSATION

The salary range is $70,000 to $115,000, depending on relevant factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc.

MILLIMAN BENEFITS

We offer competitive benefits which include the following based on plan eligibility:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their dependents, including domestic partners
• A 401(k) plan with matching program, and profit sharing contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A discretionary bonus program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starts accruing on the first day of work and can be used for any reason; full-time employees will accrue
• 15 days of PTO per year, and employees working less than a full-time schedule will accrue PTO at a prorated amount based on hours worked
• Family building benefits, including adoption and fertility assistance and paid parental leave up to 12 weeks for employees who have worked for Milliman for at least 12 months and have worked at least 1,250 hours in the preceding 12-month period
• A minimum of 8 paid holidays
• Milliman covers 100% of the premiums for life insurance, AD&D, and both short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for dependent care, transportation, and applicable medical needs

ABOUT MILLIMAN

Milliman employs more than 3,500 people working in employee benefits, healthcare, life insurance/financial services, and property and casualty insurance. For more than 75 years, the firm has quietly earned a reputation for exceptional services, innovation and quality. Today Milliman is one of the nation's most highly regarded providers of retirement plan services to the full spectrum of business, financial, government and union organizations.

HIRING PRACTICES

Our company, with the full support of our Chief Executive Officer, is fully committed to the maximum utilization of all human resources and the goals of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. We recruit, hire, train, and promote, and consider qualified applicants for employment, in all job titles without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, familial status, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as an individual with a disability, or veteran status, including qualified disabled veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, recently separated veterans, and active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans; and shall not discriminate against any individual, or any other characteristic protected by law. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the HR department.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)