Project Manager 2

University of Miami

  • Miami, FL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Current Employees:If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .The Pathology Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager 2.SUMMARYThe Project Manager 2 (H) assists teams to deliver projects that span across one or more units, furthering institutional healthcare goals and objectives. The Project Manager 2 (H) oversees the planning, implementation, and tracking of various UHealth projects to ensure the successful development, completion, and implementation of projects and initiatives.CORE JOB FUNCTIONSPrepares reports regarding project status, costs, and activities.Establishes practices, policies, and partnerships to effectively carry out functions.Defines the scope of projects in conjunction with leadership.Discusses the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion.Determines the resources required to complete each project.Establishes and documents comprehensive project plans and timelines, which identify and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete projects.Reviews project schedules with leadership and other staff that will be affected by the project activities. Monitors the progress of the projects and makes adjustments to ensure successful completion.Ensures all project personnel receive orientation that is appropriate to the project.Manages project staff according to the established policies and practices of the organization.Reviews the quality of work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that work produced meets project standards.Documents all project-related activities and ensures project files are maintained and secured accordingly.Creates a communication schedule to update stakeholders, including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of projects.Prepares presentations and presents status reports for leadership Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.CORE QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Bachelor’s degree in relevant fieldExperience:Minimum 5 years of relevant experienceKnowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
  • Knowledge of business and management principles.
  • Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
  • Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
  • Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
  • Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.
  • Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUMDepartment Specific FunctionsDevelop comprehensive project plans, timelines for the design, construction, and operationalization of new clinical laboratories and expansions.Work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, clinical lab staff, and leadership to ensure laboratory requirements and organizational goals are met.Work closely with Quality to ensure all new laboratory facilities and expansions comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as industry standards such as CLIA, CAP, and OSHA.Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, challenges, and milestones.Lead administrative coordination for key projects including lab consolidation, relocations, and new service launches.Develop and maintain project timelines, status updates, and risk mitigation plans. Track progress and accountability for strategic initiatives (e.g., Beaker implementation, soft/hard go-lives).Manage vendor relationships for equipment procurement, service contracts, and laboratory supplies. Develop and maintain project documentation, including timelines, status reports, and risk assessments.Facilitate cross-functional communication between laboratory departments, operations, and external stakeholders.Support process improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency, quality, and safety.Collaborate with leadership teams to plan, execute, and track progress on strategic laboratory initiatives.Department Specific QualificationsExperience:Minimum of 5 years of experience in project coordination/ management highly preferred.Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
  • Effective communication with clients and stakeholders
  • Customer-service orientation
  • Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.Job Status: Full timeEmployee Type: StaffPay Grade: H13

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