Sr Project Director - Strategic Ops Implementation
- Job ID: 56474
- Entity: Lifespan Corporation
- Location Name: Corporate Headquarters
- City, State: Providence, RI
- Work Type: FULL TIME
- Hours Per Week: 40.00
- Shift: Day
- Posted Date: 4/2/2024
Summary: Strategic Operations Implementation department supports the organization�s dedication to continuous operational improvement ensuring implementation of its strategies and operational needs. This department is committed to driving large scale change in the organization with an emphasis on user adoption and building the behaviors and competencies needed to advance a culture of continuous improvement with sound project management principles. Reporting to the VP of Strategic Operation Implementation the Senior Project Director partners with senior leaders to translate their vision into actionable initiatives. The Senior Project Director is responsible for driving the execution of highly complex initiatives including but not limited to designing a project approach governance execution plan and communications model; and coordinating additional support services and project managers to ensure project/portfolio delivery.
Responsibilities: Lifespan employees are expected to embrace Lifespan's mission of "Delivering health with care" and successfully role model Lifespan's values of Compassion Accountability Respect and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients customers and one another. Partners with senior leaders to translate vision into actionable initiatives. Drives execution of highly complex initiatives with the primary goals of ensuring integration and enhancing system and organizational performance. o Designs project portfolio approach governance and execution o Facilitates prioritization and decision-making o Assists team in goal-setting and assessing ROI o Facilitates development of implementation plan to achieve performance enhancement goals. o Advises on change management o Develops communication plan o Coordinates project management support at portfolio/programmatic level Develops maintains and manages relationships at all levels across the organization. Performs activities with a flexible mindset selecting the appropriate tool(s) and structure for each project/portfolio. Understands stakeholder management from a leader�s perspective and manages risks and barriers accordingly. Balances schedule scope and budget in coordination with key stakeholders. Facilitates collaboration within diverse groups to provide input to strategic planning and execution. Ensures alignment with project objectives and identifies opportunities to increase process efficiencies cost-effectiveness quality and service. Collaborates with finance and other support departments (i.e. data analytics) to ensure the accuracy of targets and validation of metrics both leading and trailing indicators. Consults with leadership regarding analysis observations; provides recommendations regarding project/process improvements. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other information: QUALIFICATIONS � EDUCATION: Bachelor�s degree required. Master�s degree encouraged. Lean or process improvement training or certification preferred. Project management certification also preferred. QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE: 7-10 years of experience in healthcare project/program management or consulting with experience coordinating cross-functional business units and/or multidisciplinary project teams. Demonstrated mentoring capability and interest. Extensive change management experience. Record of accomplishment in the management and senior leadership and experience in project management team coordination with cross-functional business units and/or multidisciplinary project teams. Possess a functional understanding of financial & other analytics and data. Experience building business plans and proformas desired. QUALIFICATIONS � CORE SUCCESS FACTORS In addition to our values all employees are expected to demonstrate Lifespan�s Core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. These Core Success Factors are: � Instill trust: Gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity. � Value differences: Recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. � Prioritize patients & community: compassionate relationships focused on embracing unique patient and community needs. � Collaborate: Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. As a member of the Lifespan leadership team leaders are expected to demonstrate our Leadership Success Factors: � Ensure accountability: Hold self and others accountable to meet commitments. � Build effective teams: Build strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. � Drive vision and purpose: Paint a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Optimize work processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things QUALIFICATIONS � ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES Ability to garner stature and respect throughout the organization to champion projects from start to finish�and to recommend canceling projects whose objectives either cannot be met or are no longer valid. Ability to gain demonstrable backing of senior management. Demonstrated ability to achieve results manage people and large projects instill a sense of confidence and bring people along in the process. Must have demonstrated understanding of budgets financial analytics and data. Must have demonstrated skills of project management tools concepts and methodologies. Strong leadership and communication skills; effective interpersonal skills to influence and guide solutions. Adept at leading teams through difficult conversations to achieve path forward. Demonstrated understanding of workflow process and change management. Ability to consistently execute and manage exceptional work. A sense of urgency necessary to drive change paired with the patience and flexibility to understand that not all demands are equal. Strong complex problem-solving skills with the desire to brainstorm big bold ideas. Effective problem-solver with judgement and discretion: Ability to quickly determine which problems and challenges can be resolved independently versus those that require input and the ability to make it so. Detail-oriented and organized: Able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in an ever-changing environment. Has bias for action and is driven to improve team function. Manages stress appropriately and prioritizes work schedule. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Up to four (4) senior project managers possible. Mentorship of Project Managers and Coordinators. Provides functional guidance to others who may be assigned on a project basis
Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location: Corporate Headquarters USA:RI:Providence
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1
Union: Non-Union
