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The Senior Project Manager (Technical) leads technical projects from planning through close-out, managing scope, timelines, resources, budgets, risks, and implementation. The role coordinates with clinical, operational, IT, compliance, and legal stakeholders; oversees technical teams and vendors; and supports testing, validation, and go-live activities. It also ensures regulatory and quality compliance, mentors project team members, and contributes to portfolio planning and process improvement.
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Leads Full Technical Project Lifecycle ManagementDefines project scope, goals, deliverables, and success metrics.Develops detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.Manages technical project execution, ensuring milestones are met.Tracks and reports on project progress, risks, and issues.Facilitates project close-out and post-implementation reviews.Stakeholder Engagement and CommunicationWorks closely with clinical, operational, and IT leaders to gather requirements.Facilitates stakeholder meetings and status updates.Aligns project goals with organizational strategy and compliance standards.Manages expectations and ensures stakeholder engagement.Resolves conflicts and escalates issues as needed.Manages Technical Implementation ActivitiesCoordinates with technical teams on system design and integration.Oversees vendor deliverables and third-party implementations.Ensures adherence to cybersecurity, interoperability, and data governance standards.Supports testing, validation, and go-live activities.Troubleshoots technical issues during deployment.Oversees Budget and Resource ManagementDevelops and manages project budgets and forecasts.Tracks expenditures and ensures cost control.Allocates internal and external resources effectively.Identifies resource gaps and proposes mitigation strategies.Prepares financial reports for leadership.Ensures Regulatory and Quality ComplianceEnsures projects meet regulatory standards.Coordinates with compliance and legal teams as needed.Documents project decisions and audit trails.Supports internal and external audits.Integrates quality improvement principles into project design.Mentors and Supports Technical Project Team MembersProvides guidance to junior project managers and analysts.Shares best practices and lessons learned.Promotes a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.Leads project retrospectives and knowledge-sharing sessions.Supports process improvement initiatives.Marginal or Periodic FunctionsParticipates in strategic planning and portfolio management sessions.Conducts vendor evaluations and RFP processes.Supports disaster recovery and business continuity planning.Attends industry conferences and professional development events.Assists with grant or funding proposal development for IT initiatives.Conducts post-project evaluations and stakeholder surveys.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesProject ManagementPlans, organizes, and manages resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives.Creates detailed work plans and timelines.Anticipates and mitigates risks.Delivers projects on time and within scope.Dealing with AmbiguityHandles uncertainty and can make decisions without having the full picture.Makes progress despite unclear direction.Adjusts plans as new information emerges.Maintains composure under pressure.Technical LearningPicks up on technical concepts quickly and is eager to learn new technologies.Understands system architecture and integration.Applies technical knowledge to solve problems.Keeps up with industry trends.Customer FocusDemonstrates commitment to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.Builds strong relationships with stakeholders.Translates customer needs into project goals.Ensures user satisfaction post-implementation.Organizational AgilityUnderstands how to get things done through formal and informal channels.Navigates complex organizational structures.Builds alliances across departments.Influences without authority.Drive for ResultsAchieves results and meets deadlines consistently.Sets clear goals and priorities.Tracks progress and adjusts as needed.Holds self and others accountable.
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