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University of Chicago Medicine

Senior Project Manager- System PMO

University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview Join one of the nations premier academic medical centers UChicago Medicine as a Senior Project Manager System PMO. This position is based on-site at Hyde Park with remote flexibility. Some travel to alternate site locations around Chicagoland will be required.

Essential Job Functions

Effectively manages multiple projects simultaneously leveraging required and available resources as needed; develops scaled project plans and associated communication documents utilizing standard tools.

Proactively manages potential scope and schedule changes. Where required escalates based on standards established within the communication plan.

Directs and manages project development and progress from beginning to end including guidance of teams as they work with project sponsors and business stakeholders to define project scope objectives tasks milestones budgets and measures of success.

Identifies project dependencies and critical path; resolves issues / conflicts and / or escalates where appropriate. Conducts project lessons learned sessions and creates recommendations to develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.

Establishes project governance with key leaders and stakeholders; acts as a liaison between stakeholders and facilitates governance activities to ensure leadership effectively clears roadblocks, strengthens understanding of business-aligned goals and promotes the success of the project.

Drafts and submits budget proposals including the planning, estimating and overall control of project costs; recommends subsequent budget changes as necessary to ensure project is delivered on time and within budget.

Identifies and manages project resource needs and goals—strategies, staffing, scheduling, issue resolution, contingency plans, communication plans and change control.

Negotiates where necessary with contractors and internal department managers for the acquisition of required personnel.

Facilitates or participates in routine project team meetings to establish and continually manage project requirements and expectations with team members and other stakeholders.

Coaches, mentors and motivates project team members and contractors, influencing them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.

Builds, develops and grows any business relationships vital to the success of the project. Provides project management coaching and mentoring to others in the organization.

Tracks and reports status (progress, next steps, issues) against project plans to appropriate stakeholders and senior management based upon agreed to communication plans.

Determines the frequency and content of status reports from the project team; analyzes results and troubleshoots problem areas.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in business administration, project management, health care or related discipline

Professional in Project Management (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred

6 years of project management experience

Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills

Proficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, Outlook) and Project Management software

Thorough knowledge of formal project management methodologies and proven skill in effective execution

Strong time management and prioritization skills

Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels in the organization

Demonstrates strong knowledge and competency regarding lean tools, methods and mindset

Hours outside normal business hours may be occasionally needed to meet project deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma certification

Ability to execute project management leveraging Lean process improvement methodology

Position Details

Job Type / FTE: Full Time

Shift: Days

Job Location: Hyde Park (Flexible)

Unit / Department: Project Management Office

CBA Code: Non-Union

Why Join Us Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Compensation & Benefits Overview UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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