Head of Project Management

Project Manager - Operational Excellence
Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Operational Excellence team in the role of Project Manager.
We are seeking a results-driven, methodical, and collaborative Project Manager to manage a complex portfolio of projects for our Operational Excellence team. This role leverages standard project management methodologies including DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma principles (Yellow Belt and Green Belt) to drive optimized performance, cost savings, efficiency, and overall return on investment across the organization.
Shift: Full time, Monday - Friday, hybrid
This role manages a complex project portfolio within the Operational Excellence team, including:
Managing projects end-to-end using standard project management methodologies, processes, and tools
Applying DMAIC, Yellow Belt, and Green Belt frameworks to drive process improvement initiatives
Developing detailed project plans based on customer specifications to optimize performance and achieve measurable outcomes
Coordinating resource planning to ensure projects are staffed and executed appropriately
Ensuring projects are delivered on scope, on schedule, and within budget

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or equivalent years of experience required.

• 3-5 years of relevant Project Management experience required.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Familiarity with DMAIC, Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt or Green Belt) methodologies strongly preferred.

Methodical & Process-Driven: You apply structured methodologies like DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma to bring order to complexity and drive measurable results.
Organized & Detail-Oriented: You manage multiple projects simultaneously without letting anything fall through the cracks.
Problem Solver: You're resourceful and proactively identify obstacles early and find creative paths forward.
Self-Directed: You take ownership of your portfolio and manage your workload independently in a hybrid environment.
Healthcare Curious: You have an interest in or experience with healthcare operations and understand the unique complexity of a health system environment.
As one of Indiana's largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.
The system's programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.
Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.