Project Manager
firstPRO is seeking a Project Manager for a hybrid (more remote) Contract-to-Hire opportunity. This role involves maintaining a portfolio of projects that align with departmental and organizational strategic goals, focusing on process improvement and change management. The Project Manager will also consult on cross-disciplinary projects leveraging departmental expertise. Compensation for this role is up to $45/hr., based on experience.
Responsibilities
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- Project Identification: Define project scope, goals, and deliverables; perform needs analyses; identify key stakeholders and project team members.
- Project Initiation and Planning: Secure project approval, determine resource availability, and manage project progress; facilitate discussions and coordinate customer input; complete detailed project plans; communicate project objectives to the team; present project plans to stakeholders.
- Project Execution: Manage project execution from start to finish; establish rapport with collaborating departments; meet regularly with project sponsors to communicate progress and provide recommendations.
- Project Closure: Conduct post-project evaluations; ensure alignment with desired outcomes; complete lessons learned and present findings; assemble and archive project documents.
Requirements
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- Experience: Minimum 3 years in project management, quality, or process improvement; ideally 5 years with business analysis experience in a healthcare or research environment; experience driving cross-functional teams is a plus.
- Skills: Advanced knowledge of Project Management Body of Knowledge, productivity tools, and budgets; intermediate knowledge of BABOK, Lean, Six Sigma, change management, risk management, and healthcare/research operations; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office; excellent communication, time management, organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills; ability to work independently and influence stakeholders.
- Education: BA/BS degree required; MA/MS preferred.
- Certifications (Preferred): Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB), Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB).