Project Manager(TFT 1.0 FTE)

The Royal Mental Health Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Mental Health Centre is seeking a Project Manager responsible for planning and delivering healthcare projects aligned with strategic goals. The role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient safety and quality initiatives. Candidates should have a relevant degree, PMP certification, and at least 5 years of experience in healthcare project management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in managing complex healthcare projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and Ontario health regulations.
• Fluent in English; bilingual in French/English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects.
• Provide strategic guidance to project owners for improved outcomes.
• Act as the main contact for project communications and stakeholder concerns.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management

Master’s degree preferred

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Tools

MS Project

VISIO

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Royal Ottawa's Mission is to advance specialized care and strengthen our region's capacity to help people with mental illness and addiction through treatment, research, education, and partnership. The Project Manager (PM) for the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group (ROHCG) is responsible for ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of hospital projects related to this mission and The Royalu2019s strategic plan. This role involves implementing project management standards, managing a portfolio of varied projects, and providing strategic guidance to project owners to improve project outcomes aligned with the Royalu2019s objectives.

The PM provides advice and support on strategic initiatives, project coordination, operational planning, resource allocation, utilization monitoring, quality improvement initiatives, and corporate issues. Responsibilities include leading a wide range of projects, supporting the organization’s strategic plan, consolidating information, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance projects supporting patient safety, finance, HR, IT, supply chain, clinical practice, and risk management, ensuring successful implementation and stakeholder satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Support: Develops and implements project management strategies, charters, methodologies, and best practices to standardize processes. Ensures projects align with strategic goals.
• Multi-Project Management: Drives initiatives related to People and Culture/HR, quality improvement, infection prevention, patient safety, and compliance. Oversees projects supporting operational departments and manages resources to meet milestones.
• Risk & Performance Management: Identifies risks, develops mitigation plans, monitors project risks, and establishes KPIs. Prepares reports and conducts post-project evaluations.
• Communication: Acts as the main contact for project communications, provides updates, facilitates meetings, and addresses stakeholder concerns.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensures projects comply with policies and standards, implements quality assurance, and maintains data integrity.
• Other: Promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable work environment in line with organizational policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred (Health Administration, Business, MSc in Health Quality).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in managing complex healthcare projects, including IT, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, and Quality projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, risk management, and Ontario health regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Project, VISIO, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in English; bilingual in French/English is an asset.