HR Program/Project Manager

Gulf Coast Blood•Houston, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Gulf Coast Blood is seeking a proactive, highly organized HR Program/Project Coordinator to support planning, coordination, and execution of People & Culture initiatives across the organization. The role is the central point of coordination for departmental projects, programs, communications, and operational priorities, helping ensure alignment across the People & Culture team. Working closely with the Director of People & Culture and team members, the coordinator establishes structure, improves collaboration, maintains project timelines, tracks progress, and supports strategic initiatives. The role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages multiple priorities, and is motivated to improve organization and efficiency in HR operations. The position is hybrid, combining in-office and remote work. It follows standard Monday–Friday business hours, with after-hours availability to support a 24/7 operational environment. Occasional travel may be required for site support or vendor engagements. The physical requirements include the ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Project Management, or a related field.
2–5 years of experience in HR, project coordination, program coordination, or business operations.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Availability for occasional after-hours support of a 24/7 operational environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting HR or People & Culture functions.
Familiarity with project management tools such as Smartsheet, Asana, Monday.com, Jira, or similar platforms.
Experience with HRIS systems and reporting.
Project Management, SHRM, or HR certifications.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and track People & Culture projects and initiatives from planning through implementation.
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, action items, and meeting schedules.
Monitor project milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
Identify and escalate project risks, roadblocks, and resource needs.
Support successful implementation of strategic HR initiatives.
Help establish and maintain the People & Culture operating structure.
Coordinate departmental planning meetings, project reviews, and team updates.
Ensure priorities and responsibilities are clearly communicated across the People & Culture team.
Maintain department calendars and track key milestones and deliverables.
Support cross-functional collaboration among Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Learning & Development, Benefits, Compensation, and HR Operations.
Create and maintain project documentation, policies, workflows, and standard operating procedures.
Document team processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and consistency.
Assist with workflow optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain centralized repositories for departmental resources and project documentation.
Prepare project status reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership.
Track key People & Culture metrics and project outcomes.
Support data collection and reporting for strategic initiatives.
Maintain project tracking systems and documentation tools.
Comply with organizational policies and standards, including safety rules, and report actual or potential violations to an appropriate supervisor or manager.
Help create experiences that inspire others to save lives and embody the organization’s values of Commitment, Integrity, and Respect.