Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager at firstPRO, Inc Senior Project Manager at firstPRO, Inc in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania Posted in 5 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager for a hybrid (primarily remote) contract-to-hire opportunity. This individual will manage a portfolio of complex projects aligned to departmental and organizational strategic goals, with a strong focus on process improvement and change management. This role will also serve as a consultant on cross-functional initiatives that leverage departmental expertise. Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of complex projects, ensuring alignment with departmental and organizational strategic goals. Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success metrics while conducting needs analyses to support institutional priorities. Identify key stakeholders, assemble project teams, and coordinate cross-functional collaboration. Develop and maintain detailed project plans including work breakdown structures, timelines, roles, and resource planning. Secure project approvals, determine resource availability, manage budgets, and track overall project progress. Lead project execution from initiation through closure, including risk identification, issue mitigation, and status reporting. Communicate project objectives, milestones, and overall project health to stakeholders and project sponsors. Facilitate meetings, gather input, and ensure alignment across departments and teams. Conduct post-project evaluations, document lessons learned, and present outcomes and recommendations to leadership. Maintain and archive project documentation and ensure outcomes align with intended goals and impact. Requirements Minimum of five (5) years of project management, quality improvement, or process improvement experience. At least three (3) years of experience managing cross-functional teams and projects. Experience with PMBOK methodologies, project charters, work plans, budgets, and risk management principles. Experience with change management principles and quality improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders across all levels of an organization. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio. Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Healthcare or research environment experience preferred. Business Analysis experience preferred. Certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.