Guidewire (Delivery Lead/ Project Manager/ Delivery Manager)- with P&C Insurance

As a Delivery Lead/Project Manager at our company, you will manage the implementation of Guidewire in the P&C insurance domain. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with technical and business leaders, reviewing requirements, sizing configurations, ensuring adherence to coding standards, and facilitating integration tests. You will lead multi-functional teams, utilizing your project management skills to guide complex projects effectively.

To be considered for the Delivery Lead/Project Manager position at our Warren, NJ location, you should have over 8 years of experience managing large, complex projects in a high-tech environment. You need a solid understanding of software development lifecycles, proficiency in both Agile and traditional project management methodologies, and the capability to oversee and mentor multi-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and QA personnel.

Candidates applying for the Guidewire Delivery Lead role should have a proven track record of successfully implementing software or web development projects, preferably in the P&C or Reinsurance domain. You should possess a blend of technical and business expertise, which will enable you to lead development teams effectively and evaluate complex project risks and issues accurately.

Skills that will enhance your success as a Delivery Lead/Project Manager at our company include strong analytical, planning, and organizational abilities, alongside excellent interpersonal skills for mentoring and team-building. Communication skills are critical, as you will interact with various stakeholders, including senior executives and multi-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and problem-solving.

For the Delivery Lead role in Warren, NJ, we operate a hybrid work model, which allows for flexibility between in-office and remote work. This approach helps maintain collaboration while also providing the comfort of remote work, allowing team members to balance their personal and professional lives effectively.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you led Guidewire implementations. Discuss your role, the challenges faced, and how you overcame them. Emphasize your contributions to project planning, execution, and the outcomes achieved, showcasing your mastery of the Guidewire platform.

In your response, illustrate your process for aligning deliverables with business requirements, using examples from past projects. Talk about engaging stakeholders during planning, setting clear objectives, and continuous communication throughout the project's lifecycle to ensure alignment.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer. Talk about the risk, what steps you took to mitigate it, and the positive outcome that resulted. This showcases your proactive approach to risk management.

Be sure to mention both Agile and traditional methodologies, explaining how and when you've used each. Discuss your understanding of their principles and how you integrate them to suit project needs, ensuring flexibility and efficiency.

Share techniques you've employed to keep your team motivated, such as recognizing achievements, fostering a supportive environment, and encouraging open communication. Include anecdotes that demonstrate your leadership style and team-building skills.

Discuss your strategy for maintaining open and effective communication with stakeholders. Emphasize regular updates, understanding stakeholder needs, and creating platforms for feedback, ensuring that everyone remains informed and engaged.

Explain your prioritization process, possibly using methods like the Eisenhower Matrix or MoSCoW prioritization. Share a scenario where your prioritization led to successful project outcomes, demonstrating your organizational skills.

Yes, describe your experience collaborating with offshore teams, including communication strategies and tools used. Discuss how you schedule meetings, provide clear documentation, and ensure that all team members are aligned despite time zone differences.

Highlight relevant technical skills such as proficiency in project management tools, familiarity with coding practices, or understanding of integration processes. Explain how these skills enhance your ability to lead technical teams effectively.

Reflect on a challenge you've faced in past roles and how you addressed it. This could include managing stakeholder expectations, aligning a diverse team, or navigating project setbacks. Discuss the lessons learned and how they shaped your approach.