Project Manager, System PMO

Job Description Join one of the nation’s premier academic medical centers, UChicago Medicine, as a Project Manager – System PMO. This position is based on-site at Hyde Park, with some remote flexibility. Some travel to alternate site locations around Chicagoland will be required. In this role, the Project Manager – System PMO is responsible for facilitating successful project delivery including the planning, scheduling, execution, and closing of all assigned projects within established budget and schedule. Utilizing Project Management (PM) methodologies, while managing all project team members (organizational resources and engaged third party vendors/consultants) to deliver solutions according to project scope and goals. Supporting the execution and coordinating the projects of multiple team members and leaders. Overseeing relevant project documents and deliverables and reporting on progress throughout the project life cycle as well as acquiring a deep understanding of internal administrative systems and existing capabilities, to support the operations team in the efforts to drive operational efficiencies and provide solutions to a variety of business challenges. Providing guidance, coaching and support for less experienced colleagues. Essential Job Functions Identifies and manages project resource needs and goals - strategies, staffing, scheduling, issue resolution, contingency plans, communication plans, and change control. Responsible for all phases of project, assigning individual responsibilities, coordinating activities of project team, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of project. Provides support for capturing current workflows, identifying improvement opportunities and developing future workflows. Track and report status (progress, next steps, issues) against project plans to appropriate stakeholders and senior management based upon agreed to communication plans. Conducts project lessons learned sessions and creates recommendations report to develop best practices and tools for project execution and management. Establishes project governance with key leaders and stakeholders and facilitate governance activities to ensure leadership effectively clears roadblocks and promotes the success of the project. Guides teams as they work with project sponsors and business stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, tasks, milestones, budgets, and measures of success. Guides team in the maintenance of project management guidelines, training programs, policies, and procedures. Effectively manages multiple projects simultaneously leveraging required and available resources. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, projection management, health care, or related discipline. At least five years of project management experience. Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills. Through knowledge of formal project management methodologies and proven skill in effective execution. Proficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, Outlook) and Project Management software. Thorough knowledge of formal project management methodologies and proven skill in effective execution. Strong time management and prioritization skills. Ability to execute project management leveraging Lean process improvement methodology. Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels in the organization. Demonstrates strong knowledge and competency regarding lean tools, methods and mindset. Hours outside normal business hours may be occasionally required to meet project deadlines. Requires prior experience managing multiple large projects and working effectively in multidisciplinary groups. Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full Time Shift: Days Job Location: Hyde Park Unit/Department: Project Management Office CBA Code: Non-Union About Us We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion. Compensation & Benefits Overview UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union. Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine. Equal Opportunity Employment UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre‑employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr