Principal Project Management Consultant

The Employee Connect•Hyattsville, MD

About The Position

A large integrated healthcare system is seeking a senior program leader to lead enterprise-wide, cross-functional programs valued at $15 million to $50 million. The role translates business strategy into scalable IT solutions while aligning business, technology, physician, financial, and vendor teams. It is a permanent position with an onsite or hybrid arrangement and significant visibility with senior leadership.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience managing projects or programs using project life cycle methodologies such as SDLC, process management, and organizational change.
At least 5 years of experience implementing large, complex projects in a corporate environment.
At least 5 years of experience leading project teams.
At least 10 years of experience managing project budgets.
A bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, MIS, or a related field, and at least 10 years of IT or related business experience, including 8 years managing programs; equivalent work experience may substitute for the degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience navigating large enterprise structures and supporting governance bodies.
Experience applying throughput improvement methods such as Theory of Constraints.
Strong background in strategic project leadership and structuring programs for effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Lead large, complex, high-impact programs and drive multiple work streams from planning through completion.
Translate business strategy into clear business requirements and build cross-functional support for objectives and priorities.
Analyze, integrate, and manage program plans, including scope, status, schedules, and resource forecasts.
Manage program financials and track performance against time, budget, scope, and quality plans.
Oversee delivery of IT infrastructure and operations capabilities for large-scale business initiatives.
Oversee organizational change management, including user adoption, implementation, and training plans.
Identify, monitor, and mitigate risks across interdependent projects and programs.
Build partnerships with senior IT, business, physician, and finance leaders, and communicate difficult issues with an independent perspective.
Review vendor performance, facilitate contract negotiations, and resolve vendor invoice issues.
Mentor and coach team members, evaluate team composition, and provide individual performance feedback.