Project Manager

Position Description:

We're looking for those individuals-the creative thinkers and innovation seekers-who are content with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a positive, daily impact in our communities. In the role of a Project Manager you will be working in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department.

Purpose

Under general direction, manages NIH funded projects for the institution to achieve established goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, directing, controlling and coordinating of project tasks.

Primary Functions

* Support the functions of the department with the creation of project vision and implementation plans for team projects by deploying project management techniques, effective communication, and group facilitation skills.

* Manage all project planning processes for the department.

* Assist with assembling and leading project teams, assign individual tasks, identify and secure appropriate resources to project deliverables; develop and maintain project schedules to ensure timely and successful project completion.

* Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs, scope and requirements.

* Ensure compliance with regulatory and institutional policies.

* Ensure that all deliverables occur within the approved project scope and that outcomes meet approved project requirements.

* Lead and facilitate work groups and teams, involving cross-departmental and cross-organizational participants.

* Appropriately assign tasks to project team members; ensure accurate and timely completion of project tasks.

* Develop accurate project estimates that include hours, duration, cost, and resources for all phases of projects, with the support of department leadership.

* Create and oversee effective communication plans that address all aspects of the project and comprehensively target appropriate audiences.

* Utilize effective project change control to manage the project scope, including costs, hours, and project duration.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

* Able to independently manage assigned projects, tasks and workgroups; accurately complete project within budget and by the due date with high customer satisfaction.

* Demonstrates a strong background in project management and enforces project management best practices and methodologies.

* Able to recognize issues and determine priority. Able to quickly isolate and independently resolve issues utilizing all available resources. Able to proactively prevent issues from occurring again and to anticipate future issues.

* Able to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form to customers and management. Able to create comprehensive documentation for all phases of the project.

* Able to handle stressful situations in a calm and patient manner. Must maintain a positive attitude in all situations.

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Preferred Schedule:



Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for educaiton on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Required Experience: 5 years

Preferred Education: Add preferred education here

Preferred Experience: Project management experience

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination


The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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