Brain Health Project Manager

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Manages and directs the work of project managers and provides managerial oversight of multiple projects. Leads team in managing and reporting deliverables, status, and quality elements throughout the lifecycle for projects that may span multiple functions, departments, and processes. Ensures that scope for all projects is in line with goals and that projects are delivered on time. Works closely with appropriate operational and clinical leadership to ensure decisions are implemented, strategic, and yearly goals are met. Establishes data collection and reporting processes to capture key metrics and provide project reporting. Tracks at-risk metrics and facilitates actions to keep projects on track.

Requirements

Five years of experience managing projects in a healthcare or business environment
Ability to work independently and lead projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision
Ability to multi-task and manage various project elements and projects simultaneously
Excellent verbal and writing skills for executive communications and project reporting including but not limited to presentations in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with stakeholders
Skilled in facilitating and leading cross-functional teams and working collaboratively with groups or teams at all levels of the organization and across organizational lines
Aptitude for problem-solving and strategic thinking
Demonstrated ability to confront and creatively manage conflict
Ability to function in a dynamic environment subject to impromptu changes in schedules and priorities
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, health service, or related field

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of experience managing or supervising others
Master’s degree in related field
Project Management Professional (PMP)

Responsibilities

Lead project management team and foster professional development, continually driving best practices.
Drive the successful implementation of the overall portfolio of assigned initiatives.
Provide project direction, establish effective communication, and ensure that execution of the portfolio is in line with overall goals.
Regularly prioritize portfolio to ensure the appropriate allocation of resources.
Prepare status reports and updates by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information.
Facilitate meetings that have clear objectives and meaningful outcomes.
Maintain budget in accordance with the assigned plan.
Create effective presentations for internal and external audiences.
Liaise with system resources as needed, including Finance, HR, Foundation, Marketing, and Internal and External Communications.