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Internal Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: League City - Texas, (Marina Plaza)I Status: Full-Time, Exempt I Work arrangement: Onsite
Reports to: Assistant Vice President, Annuity Solutions Delivery
Leveling Note: This position is approved at the Senior Project Manager level and may be filled at a level II or level III (Job levels below Senior) based on candidate qualifications, experience, and business need.
American National is seeking a highly organized and relationship-driven Project Manager to support high-priority strategic projects across the organization. This role will coordinate complex initiatives, align cross-functional teams, manage timelines and risks, and help drive successful delivery from project initiation through closeout.
The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working with multiple stakeholders, including business leaders, IT, infrastructure, finance, treasury, vendors, and other project teams. This person should be able to build relationships quickly, respectfully influence others, and keep work moving forward in a fast-paced environment with multiple active projects.
What You Will Do

• Lead and coordinate medium to large strategic projects from initiation through execution and closeout
• Partner with business areas, operational leaders, IT teams, vendors, and key stakeholders to define scope, timelines, deliverables, risks, and action plans
• Organize project kickoff meetings, status meetings, follow-ups, and stakeholder touchpoints to keep workstreams aligned
• Track project tasks, milestones, workflows, budget updates, risks, issues, and overall progress toward completion
• Facilitate communication across multiple teams and help remove barriers that may impact project delivery
• Support project governance, reporting, and documentation, including status updates, percent complete, budget tracking, and project closeout activities
• Adapt project management approach based on project needs, including traditional waterfall environments and teams operating in agile frameworks

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree preferred; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Six to eight years of project management experience, preferably managing medium to large projects from initiation through execution and closeout
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across teams
• Highly organized, proactive, goal-oriented, and able to manage multiple active projects at one time
• Experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, vendors, technical teams, and business partners
• Ability to respectfully push for progress, follow up on outstanding items, and keep teams accountable without being off-putting
• Experience with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of project lifecycle, governance controls, and project reporting practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional certification or demonstrated understanding of project management methodology
• Scrum certification or working knowledge of agile practices
• Experience with Azure DevOps or similar project tracking tools
• Experience managing IT-related projects, system implementations, document migrations, infrastructure projects, vendor coordination, or project conversions
• Experience working in financial services, insurance, or another complex corporate environment is helpful but not required

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to manage visible, high-priority projects that support business and technology objectives
• Collaborative environment with exposure to multiple business areas and leadership stakeholders

Additional Information
Job titles may span multiple career levels. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including training, transferable skills, relevant experience, business needs, and market conditions. Compensation is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
This job posting outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not perfectly align with every qualification- you may be a strong fit for this role or other opportunities at American National.
American National offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees' health, financial security, and well-being, including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, basic life insurance, and health savings accounts. Employees are automatically enrolled in a company-funded 401(k) plan, receive paid time off and holidays, and work in an inclusive, people-first culture that values flexibility, work-life balance, professional growth, and a casual dress environment.
American National is a financially strong and stable insurance organization with a legacy of trust and impact dating back to 1905. We're committed to supporting our employees as they build meaningful careers while helping protect what matters most to our customers and communities. Guided by our core values- Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Teamwork (FIRST)- we foster a collaborative, people-centered workplace where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference today and for the future. Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.
Hiring Practices
American National's recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner, and only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application by logging into their account.
While candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for personal interview preparation, the use of AI or automated tools is not permitted during any live or recorded interview, assessment, or at any stage of the application process where original candidate responses are required. Candidates are expected to represent their own qualifications, skills, and experiences throughout the hiring process. American National does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruitment agencies without a valid, signed agreement in place, and no fees will be paid for unauthorized submissions. Additionally, American National's ability to sponsor employment-based immigration authorization is limited and available only for certain positions based on business needs and role requirements.
American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.