Summary:

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and leading complex, high-profile projects. They manage the project lifecycle from initiation through completion working closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors.

Responsibilities:

1. Leads and manages complex projects from initiation to completion. responsible for all aspects of multiple medium to large projects with moderate to high complexity. This individual is responsible for taking projects from original concept through completion, acting as a single point of accountability for the projects, and utilizing PMI Standards to ensure projects meet their stated objectives.
2. Collaborates and builds strong relationships with stakeholders, by proactively setting project expectations, communicating and taking ownership of risks/issues.
3. Identifies cross-project dependencies and proactively identifies project risks, issues, and dependencies and develops mitigation strategies.
4. Creates or leads the creation of detailed project documentation for the management of scope, schedule, resources, risks, communications, and stakeholders. Directs and coordinates activities of project resources and estimates, as well as directing third party contractors (when necessary) to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
5. Organizes project activities into manageable work efforts for team members, and determines an effective approach to completing the work, as outlined in the project plan. Coaches and motivates team members to clarify task assignments, milestones, and deliverables.
6. Mentors and manages project team members, providing direction and resolving conflicts as they arise. Provides support to associate project managers and project managers.
7. Supports the project team in test planning and quality assurance processes, user training coordination, change management documentation, as well as support post-launch stabilization efforts.
8. Understands how project decisions impact the portfolio of projects, as well as key business metrics and the enterprise strategy.
9. Models the way with positivity and adaptability to change by anticipating and adjusting competing priorities in a changing environment.
10. Other duties as required.

Other information:

Technical Expertise

1. Experience in project management methodology and project management software tools is required.
2. Experience managing complex, large and/or multiple projects is required.
3. Strong problem-solving abilities and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines is required.
4. Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail is required.
5. Experience working with all levels within an organization.
6. Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to concisely present complex information to internal and external audiences is required.
7. Experience in healthcare is preferred.
8. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word] is required.

Education and Experience

1. Education: Bachelor's degree in related field is required; Master's degree is preferred.
2. Certification: PMP certification is required.
3. Years of relevant experience: 7 to 10 years is required.
4. Years of supervisory experience: 2-3 years of experience supervising preferred.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Remote

About Akron Children's

More Than a Job. It’s loving what you do - and why you do it. Akron Children’s Hospital is ranked among the best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, but it’s our compassionate approach to treatment that sets us apart. It’s creating special high-fives. Thinking of new ways to spark a smile. Holding hands to offer comfort. And working to get a giggle that brightens a room. The minute you walk into Akron Children’s, you can sense that people here love what they do. From visits with the Doggie Brigade, to the balloons and smiles in the halls, the sights and sounds are all about one thing: the children. We are the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northern Ohio and one of the fastest growing in the country. Akron Children’s has two hospital campuses in Northeast Ohio: one in Akron and the other in Boardman in the Mahoning Valley. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we’re making it easier for today’s busy families - regardless of where they live - to find the high-quality care they need. No matter which of our locations you choose, you’ll see that when you give the most, you get more—...support, rewards and satisfaction. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: It’s making the most of your days. Our passion is felt every day in the way people care at every level. Whether you are working with children face-to-face, or behind the scenes supporting the care and services we deliver, you impact futures. Visit us and see why it’s more than just a place to work. It’s a family. Apply today at careers.akronchildrens.org.

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