Senior Project Manager - 135403

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers
United States, California, San Diego
May 20, 2025
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 05/21/25 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 05/27/25. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. This is a UC San Diego Internal Recruitment open to UCSD Health System Staff Only DESCRIPTION The Senior Project Manager (SPM) collaborates with UCSD Health executives, physicians, and teams to execute strategic vision and operational priorities. The SPM will manage projects from conception through execution and sustainment, solve problems, analyze data, and make recommendations to achieve organizational goals. The SMP manages short- and long-term projects that require organization, planning, research, analysis, development, and implementation. Understanding and incorporating the principles of Change Management is critical to success in this role. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to execute assigned projects on time and within budget. Uses project management tools, skills and methodology to drive results. Experience with portfolio management, handling multiple projects concurrently, and the ability to measure and communicate impact to the organization is strongly preferred. The SMP will exhibit exceptional presentation and communication skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Seven (7) years of related experience, education/training; OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three (3) years of related experience/training. Related experience: Experience and proven success in healthcare project and/or portfolio management field. Thorough knowledge change management processes, methodologies and applications. Demonstrates analytical, problem-solving, project planning and implementation skills. Skilled in facilitation, consulting and relationship building. Ability to coach, facilitate, and influence people. Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree or PhD. PMP certification. Lean Six Sigma Certification. Lean Six Sigma healthcare experience. Portfolio Management Experience. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $85,400 - $156,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $40.90 - $75.10 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).