Director, Special Projects - Information Technology
Smile Doctors•Dallas, TX
About The Position
The Director, Special Projects, leads high-priority, cross-functional initiatives which fall outside the scope of standard project portfolios. This position serves as a trusted execution partner, driving complex, time-sensitive, and strategically critical efforts from concept through delivery. This role requires use of approved AI tools to perform assigned tasks more efficiently and effectively.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field required
- Ten (10) years of progressive experience leading complex programs, with five (5) of those years in a director-level or equivalent role required
- Five (5) years of supervisory experience required
- Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Planner
Nice To Haves
- MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- Experience in healthcare, multi-site retail, dental service organization or private equity backed environments preferred
- Prior involvement in M&A integration, ERP/EHR implementation, or large-scale transformation programs preferred
- PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead special initiatives sponsored by the executive team, including, but not limited to, M&A integrations, technology transformations, operational turnarounds, and confidential strategic projects
- Translate executive intent into clear, actionable plans with measurable outcomes
- Anticipate needs for the sponsor, own follow-through, and remove barriers
- Define scope, milestones, governance, and success criteria for each initiative
- Manage budgets, timelines, vendors, and internal resources across multiple concurrent workstreams
- Identify and mitigate risks early, escalating decisively when needed
- Partner with department leaders across the organization to align on priorities and deliverables
- Build coalitions across functions to drive change and adoption
- Produce executive-ready briefings, status reports, and decision memos
- Provide transparent, data-driven updates to the Senior team as required
- Translate technical complexity into clear business narratives
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan
- 3 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays
- Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
