Senior Project Manager (Technical)

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The Senior Technical Project Manager leads complex, cross-functional technology projects that support clinical, operational, and administrative initiatives across the healthcare system. Reporting to the Director of the IT PMO or a department leader, the Senior Technical Project Manager collaborates closely with IT architects, clinical informatics, application analysts, cybersecurity, and business stakeholders to ensure timely, on-budget, and high-quality project delivery. This role manages the full project lifecycle-from initiation through implementation-while aligning with enterprise goals, regulatory requirements, and patient care priorities.

Leads Full Technical Project Lifecycle Management

• Defines 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 Communication

• Works 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 Activities

• Coordinates 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 Management

• Develops 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 Compliance

• Ensures 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 Members

• Provides 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 Functions

• Participates 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/Abilities

Project Management

• Plans, 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 Ambiguity

• Handles 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 Learning

• Picks 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 Focus

• Demonstrates 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 Agility

• Understands how to get things done through formal and informal channels.
• Navigates complex organizational structures.
• Builds alliances across departments.
• Influences without authority.

Drive for Results

• Achieves results and meets deadlines consistently.
• Sets clear goals and priorities.
• Tracks progress and adjusts as needed.
• Holds self and others accountable.

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field with at least 5 year(s) of experience in managing technical projects in a healthcare or enterprise IT environment.
• Experience with EHR systems, cloud platforms, or enterprise applications.
• Relevant education or experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Master's Degree in Health Informatics, Project Management, or related field with at least 7 year(s) of experience in healthcare IT project management.
• Experience with Epic, Cerner, or other major EHR platforms.
• Experience in Agile, SAFe, or hybrid project methodologies.

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

Required:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) - PMI

Preferred:

• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or SAFe Agilist
• ITIL Foundation Certification
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher

$116,231 + depending on qualifications

• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section, where you may upload multiple files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that all Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.