IT Program & Portfolio Manager (Growth, Expansion & Strategic Initiatives)

Emory Healthcare•Tucker, GA

4d•$67 - $83

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced IT Program & Portfolio Manager to lead technology initiatives aligned with organizational growth, expansion, and strategic priorities. As part of the PMO team, this role leads a portfolio of strategic programs, including healthcare facility expansions, mergers and acquisitions, new service offerings, enterprise technology implementations, and other high-impact initiatives. The position works at the intersection of technology, healthcare operations, strategy, and organizational change, and involves partnering with executive, operational, clinical, digital, architecture, and vendor stakeholders. Atlanta-based candidates are highly preferred for access to stakeholder meetings. Applicants residing in or able to relocate to Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin may also be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Computer Studies, or an equivalent degree.
At least 8 years of Information Technology Project Leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a PMO-like role, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Ability to manage large-scale programs and projects across the full project lifecycle.
Previous experience with business transformations and transitions.
Experience working in a large healthcare organization and ability to work across diverse organizations and build effective relationships.
Proven experience mentoring Project Managers.

Nice To Haves

Program-level IT healthcare leadership for a diverse portfolio of strategic programs, including facility expansions, mergers and acquisitions, new service offerings, enterprise technology implementations, and other high-impact initiatives.
Budget ownership of large-scale programs and projects.
Atlanta-area location for access to as-needed in-person stakeholder meetings.
Certification in PRINCE, MSP, or PMP.

Responsibilities

Lead complex, cross-functional programs supporting healthcare growth, facility expansion, mergers and acquisitions, and enterprise transformation initiatives.
Partner with executive leadership, operational stakeholders, clinical teams, digital leaders, architects, and vendors to align technology solutions with business objectives, including full budget ownership.
Drive portfolio planning, prioritization, governance, risk management, budgeting, and executive reporting across multiple concurrent initiatives.
Coordinate technology integration activities for acquisitions, new facilities, renovations, and major operational changes.
Facilitate strategic planning and readiness activities for successful implementation, adoption, and operational transition of new capabilities.
Oversee program delivery from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, regulatory requirements, and enterprise technology standards.
Support major Epic, infrastructure, and digital transformation initiatives requiring coordination across business and technology teams.
Mentor Project Managers.