Senior Project Manager

Texas Children's Hospital • Houston, TX

18h

About The Position

We are searching for a Senior Project Manager — someone who works well in a
fast-paced setting. In this position, you will lead and be responsible for
projects which are complex, multi-disciplinary and/or enterprise-wide; and to
provide expertise to short and long-term assignments internal and external to
the designated areas of responsibilities. Key functions of this role include
team development, monitoring, and guidance; work process analysis and
improvement, data analysis and creative problem solving, and facilitation of
various strategic initiatives.

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Requirements

• Required Bachelor's Degree with a preferred Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or other related healthcare, business, or science field.
• 5 years of relevant work experience, including two (2) years of experience managing medium to large-sized projects.
• A Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or other related healthcare, business, or science field may substitute for two years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Manages multiple complex projects. Manages projects delegated by leadership including, but not limited to, business planning and development, strategic planning, financial analysis, development of affiliations and contracts, medical staffing, facilities planning and construction, and operations planning and development. Coordinates resources needed for completion of assigned projects. Includes managing and coordinating data, information and/or personnel. Manages the completion of projects/assessments. Monitors progress against plan and budget. When necessary, adjusts plan with approval of project sponsors. Maintains regular communication with project stakeholders regarding progress of project/assessment. Analyzes issues and data related to projects and presents findings to leadership for effective decision-making. Presents recommendations orally and in writing in a clear, concise format. Follow-up during and after assignments to evaluate the effectiveness of the project. Serves as lead and point-person for long-term projects as requested.
• Performs a variety of duties to support areas of responsibilities. Coordinates team goal preparation and writing; coordinates the tracking of progress and reports updates to executive leadership quarterly. Performs work assignments as needed to ensure continuity of services, e.g., provide coverage in a vacancy or similar situation. Suggests and initiates improvements to team processes, when possible, to improve efficiency, and communication between work teams. Participates in team meetings and decisions.
• Provides services internal and external requiring a high level of project management and operations expertise. Actively participates in task forces and director-level committees; represents leadership or any of their areas of responsibility on multidisciplinary teams. Consults with and provides guidance to senior leaders on issues that cross multiple departments within areas of responsibility; involves others within these areas as needed. Participates in strategic planning and the development and refinement of joint initiates between TCH and various other healthcare related institutions as needed.

What This Job Offers

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