Project Manager - RST Nursing Planning and Execution

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

2d • $93,392 - $140,130 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager (PM) independently assumes primary responsibility for planning, directing, coordinating, and delivering broad-scope project activities throughout the entire project life cycle, from initiation through handoff to the customer. The PM works to achieve project objectives on time, within budget, and in accordance with Mayo Clinic project management methodologies and standards.

The PM may lead one or multiple medium-to-large projects with department- or site-level strategic importance. These projects may involve moderate-to-high risk and risk interdependencies, multiple relationships, and moderate-to-high costs. The position manages established budgets and participates in creating and tracking project budgets, with strict adherence to department and institutional budget guidelines. The PM facilitates problem-solving, decision-making, and change management, taking prudent action to accomplish objectives under minimal supervision. The role applies negotiation skills and entrepreneurial thinking, strong business acumen, and relationship-building skills across diverse functions. It may involve matrix supervision and evaluation of staff from other departments, divisions, and contractors or vendors, and may include direct and indirect reports. The PM demonstrates a project-focused culture and advises staff on project management practices, methods, and standards. Additional duties may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Agile methodologies are important to this role. The PM may monitor scrum processes and meetings, work to increase efficiency and motivate the team, and advocate for changes that support quality and timeliness. Team leadership may include guiding teams in Agile practices and values; assessing team or organizational maturity and coaching toward higher levels at a sustainable pace; removing impediments or guiding the team to do so and escalating when appropriate; creating a trusting and safe environment; facilitating work without coercion, assignment, or dictation; facilitating discussion, decision-making, and conflict resolution; and supporting and educating the Product Owner, particularly in creating and refining the backlog.

This is a hybrid position requiring on-site work three days per week. The employee must live within 100 miles of the Mayo Clinic Rochester Campus.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience in project management and business-related activities, or a master's degree and 4 years of experience in project management-related activities.
• Must live within 100 miles of the Mayo Clinic Rochester Campus.
• Strong business acumen and ability to work with diverse functions and build relationships.
• Ability to facilitate project work and accomplish objectives under minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
• Education preference in project management, business administration, or management.
• Additional certifications may include Certified Product Management, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner, and/or Certified Scrum Professional (CSP).

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, coordinate, and deliver project activities throughout the project life cycle, from initiation to customer handoff.
• Achieve project objectives on time, within budget, and in accordance with Mayo Clinic project management methodologies and standards.
• Independently lead one or multiple medium-to-large projects with department- or site-level strategic importance.
• Manage established project budgets and participate in the creation and tracking of project budgets while adhering to department and institutional guidelines.
• Facilitate problem-solving, decision-making, and change management.
• Apply negotiation skills and entrepreneurial thinking to accomplish project objectives.
• Build relationships and work across diverse functions; provide matrix supervision and evaluate staff from other departments, divisions, and contractors or vendors as needed.
• Demonstrate a project-focused culture and advise staff on project management practices, methods, and standards.
• Monitor scrum processes and meetings as needed, and advocate for changes that improve efficiency, quality, and timeliness.
• Guide teams in Agile practices and values, assess team or organizational maturity, and coach teams toward higher levels at a sustainable pace.
• Remove impediments or guide the team in removing them, escalating issues to management when appropriate.
• Build a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised and resolved.
• Facilitate work without coercion, assigning, or dictating; facilitate discussion, decision-making, and conflict resolution.
• Support and educate the Product Owner, especially in creating and refining the backlog.
• Perform additional job functions as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans.
• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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