Director of Strategic Projects, Client Delivery

Cedar Gate Technologies Inc•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cedar Gate is seeking a hands-on, experienced project management leader to oversee complex, high-impact initiatives within internal strategic programs and enhance client satisfaction with our enterprise client delivery. This position is ideal for a delivery-focused professional who excels at driving greenfield project creation from inception through production and enjoys being deeply involved in execution, problem-solving, and team leadership. In this role, you will lead and mentor a team of project managers who manage multiple concurrent initiatives. You will ensure projects are well-scoped, actively tracked, and delivered on time by managing timelines, dependencies, risks, and resources. You’ll also play a key role in strengthening project management standards, tools, and workflows, helping to achieve results that are consistent, visible, and accountable. Working closely with client stakeholders and cross-functional subject matter experts, you will serve as a delivery leader, resolving issues, guiding decisions, and keeping initiatives moving forward. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct, tangible impact by improving how work gets done and ensuring both internal and external priorities are executed efficiently and effectively.

Requirements

Over 15 years of professional experience with significant advancement in Project Management or Professional Services.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in healthcare, including Data Analytics, Capitation, Population Health, Revenue Cycle Management, Clinical Quality Measures, or related areas.
Strong ability to communicate with executives and clients and be comfortable presenting in front of large groups
Greenfield project creation and strategic project portfolio planning experience
Strong understanding of the use of project/software development workflow tools
Experience leading and training project managers in a management position
Strong understanding of software development processes and requirements
Willing to travel to client and executive meetings when necessary, typically less than 25%.
Must be able to work and communicate with the client, including the ability to understand the client's requirements and troubleshoot implementation issues
Ability to persuade, encourage, and motivate others while actively listening to them
Currently eligible to work in the U.S. without assistance in getting an employment visa or work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Certifications (PMP, PgMP, or equivalent) strongly preferred
Master's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee Project Managers who manage all internal strategic projects or client delivery projects, ensuring they deliver projects effectively, on time, and within project scope.
Define and oversee the definition of project standards and best practices
Oversee portfolio-level activities, recognize cross-project dependencies and resource conflicts, and initiate discussions with senior leadership to resolve
Maintain and improve a formal process for client and senior leadership communication and management of portfolio-level activities
Work with senior management to prioritize various initiatives to keep them aligned with company goals
Oversee and coach project managers on their relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
Work with program and project leadership to communicate priorities to functional teams
Establish clear goals, responsibilities, competencies, and development plans for each team member, and keep an eye on progress to help everyone succeed.
Mentor team members and contribute to their overall development
Engage and maintain relationships with stakeholders across the firm to effectively navigate the organization
Simplify complex topics and create innovative solutions for issues
Serve as an escalation point for the client relationship challenges related to client delivery and project management.
Ensure team members are appropriately trained to handle day-to-day activities.
Provide coaching and performance feedback through one-on-one meetings, staff meetings, and other communication as appropriate.