Project Manager - System PMO

University of Chicago - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Chicago, IL

Educational Services

About the position

The Project Manager - System PMO at UChicago Medicine is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of projects within the organization. This role involves planning, scheduling, executing, and closing projects while managing resources and ensuring alignment with project goals. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders and team members to drive operational efficiencies and address business challenges, all while providing guidance and support to less experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates successful project delivery including planning, scheduling, execution, and closing of projects.
• Identifies and manages project resource needs and goals, including staffing and communication plans.
• Coordinates activities of project teams and assigns individual responsibilities.
• Tracks and reports project status to stakeholders and senior management.
• Conducts lessons learned sessions and creates recommendations for best practices.
• Establishes project governance with key leaders and facilitates governance activities.
• Guides teams in defining project scope, objectives, tasks, milestones, budgets, and measures of success.
• Maintains project management guidelines, training programs, policies, and procedures.
• Effectively manages multiple projects simultaneously.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, healthcare, or related discipline.
• At least five years of project management experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of formal project management methodologies.
• Proficient in MS Office and Project Management software.
• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in healthcare project management.
• Familiarity with Lean tools and methods.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Flexible work arrangements including remote work options.