Program Manager III - Space Planner

Seattle Children's • Seattle, WA

1d • $118,174 - $177,262 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager III is responsible for management of a specific, highly complex program or group of highly complex programs in a specialty/functional area including scheduling and budgeting activities and works in collaboration with leaders to implement the program's objectives in support of identified goals and the continuous improvement process. Responsible for monitoring the program's effectiveness and mobilizing stakeholders in support of continuous improvement to the program. Leads interdepartmental activities ensuring ongoing effective program operation and/or implementation. Responsible for identifying strategic opportunities to enhance or expand the program, developing plans and presenting proposals to management. Manages the process of executing initiatives essential for the success of the program, including communication with all stakeholders, both internal and external. Oversees and leads teams in support of the program's objectives. This level has wide latitude for independent judgment and decision making in executing on the goals of the program. The Program Manager III Space Planner supports the planning, design, and delivery of workplace and clinical space allocation. This role serves as a key liaison between PDC and operational teams to ensure space solutions and projects align with company strategy, branding, and operational goals. The position combines analytical space planning expertise with hands-on project management to create a high-performing, flexible, and engaging workplace environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong AutoCAD and analytical skills, an understanding of design and furniture systems, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. Maintain and enhance a centralized tracking system for all active DOH CRS submissions and compliance-related project milestones. Maintain accurate records of approvals, correspondence, and regulatory documentation for audit readiness. Serve as the primary point of contact with DOH CRS reviewers, responding to comments, requests for clarification, and required revisions and manage all DOH CRS submittals for healthcare construction, renovation, and equipment replacement projects. Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external design teams to gather required documentation, drawings, narratives, and technical data. Maintain a standardized process and documentation library to ensure consistent, high‑quality submittals. This position will be 50% remote, and 50% on-site at our 818 Stewart St. location in Seattle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, health care or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Seven (7) years experience in a lead role overseeing program/project management
• Five (5) years experience working on quality and process improvement projects with cross-functional teams; including data collection, analysis and reporting
• Proven record of leading large project teams through project completion, program planning, execution and status reporting
• Demonstrated successful experience working with vendors, consultants and other purchased services
• Knowledge of Lean concepts and methods
• Experience representing program in management meetings with executive–level program stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare construction, facilities management, regulatory compliance, or related field
• Demonstrated experience preparing or managing regulatory submittals (DOH CRS or equivalent)
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
• Masters in Health Administration, business, or health care-related field
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Awareness of current and emerging trends in project management technologies, techniques, issues and approaches
• Experience working in public health, health care or social services

Responsibilities

• Management of a specific, highly complex program or group of highly complex programs in a specialty/functional area including scheduling and budgeting activities
• Works in collaboration with leaders to implement the program's objectives in support of identified goals and the continuous improvement process
• Monitoring the program's effectiveness and mobilizing stakeholders in support of continuous improvement to the program
• Leads interdepartmental activities ensuring ongoing effective program operation and/or implementation
• Identifying strategic opportunities to enhance or expand the program, developing plans and presenting proposals to management
• Manages the process of executing initiatives essential for the success of the program, including communication with all stakeholders, both internal and external
• Oversees and leads teams in support of the program's objectives
• Supports the planning, design, and delivery of workplace and clinical space allocation
• Serves as a key liaison between PDC and operational teams to ensure space solutions and projects align with company strategy, branding, and operational goals
• Maintain and enhance a centralized tracking system for all active DOH CRS submissions and compliance-related project milestones
• Maintain accurate records of approvals, correspondence, and regulatory documentation for audit readiness
• Serve as the primary point of contact with DOH CRS reviewers, responding to comments, requests for clarification, and required revisions and manage all DOH CRS submittals for healthcare construction, renovation, and equipment replacement projects
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external design teams to gather required documentation, drawings, narratives, and technical data
• Maintain a standardized process and documentation library to ensure consistent, high‑quality submittals

Benefits

• Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager