Project Manager

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a Project Manager to oversee project management activities, applying established principles throughout the project life cycle. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years' experience in project planning and implementation within a healthcare environment. This position requires strong skills in Microsoft Office, change management, and effective communication, along with relevant educational qualifications including a degree in health, business or public administration.

Qualifications

• Three to five years' experience in planning and implementing projects.
• Experience in program development and change management.
• Previous experience in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply project management principles throughout the project life cycle.
• Ensure completion of project deliverables including scope, budget, and timelines.
• Lead project teams and manage communications, risks, and quality.

Skills

Project management principles

Microsoft Office products

Change management strategies

Effective communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in health, business, or public administration

Postgraduate education

Project Management Professional certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Visio

Job description

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Executive Leader/Director or designate, the Project Manager applies established project management principles, tools, and templates throughout the project life cycle including the initiation, planning, executing, controlling and closing phases. Provides leadership to ensure that the overall completion of project deliverables are achieved including management of project scope, resources, communications, risks/issues, budget, timelines, procurement, integration, quality and implementation.

Experience

• Three to five years’ experience in planning and implementing projects.
• Experience in program development, introduction of new systems and change management strategies.
• Previous experience in a healthcare environment.
• Previous experience implementing large scale projects across a variety of stakeholders.
• Proven track record of producing results within time and budget constraints.

Education

• Post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline such as health, business or public administration, engineering, from an accredited educational institution. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Postgraduate education is an asset.
• Previous training in project management.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Project Management Professional certification an asset.

Qualifications And Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency with the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio).
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles, practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of regional policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.
• Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information Systems (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts.
• Demonstrated management principles.
• Understanding and knowledge of roles and responsibilities of project team members and change management strategies.
• Experience leading project teams including planning, managing, and implementing change.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to prioritize workload, respond to simultaneous demands and delegate appropriately.
• Influences others to achieve desired outcomes.
• Problem solves, organizes results, and monitors project progress.
• Demonstrates effective communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Recognizes and pursues self-development opportunities.

Physical Requirements

• May be required to work extended hours.
• Periodic travel throughout Manitoba may be required.
• Must have valid driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Shared Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.