IT Project Manager - Healthcare

Luxoft; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking an IT Project Manager in Chennai to manage healthcare projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of project management experience, with a PMP certification. Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with IT infrastructure standards. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for effective collaboration with onshore clients. This role requires proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project and ServiceNow.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT project management within a healthcare environment.
• PMP certification is mandatory.
• Prior experience managing medium to large-scale IT projects in healthcare.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT projects from initiation to closure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives.
• Maintain effective communication with onshore clients.
• Utilize project management tools for tracking.
• Ensure compliance with IT infrastructure standards.
• Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

IT project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Proficiency in MS Project

Familiarity with SDLC

Tools

MS Project

ServiceNow

Job description

This role involves managing IT projects within a healthcare environment, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and stakeholder alignment. The candidate will lead cross‑functional teams, coordinate with onshore clients, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong communication, organizational skills, and familiarity with project management tools and IT infrastructure are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT projects from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Communicate effectively with onshore clients and maintain strong client relationships.
• Utilize project management tools such as MS Project or ServiceNow for planning and tracking.
• Ensure compliance with IT infrastructure standards and SDLC processes.
• Handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintain a strong focus on customer service and teamwork.

Mandatory Skills Description

• 5+ years of experience in IT project management, in healthcare.
• PMP is mandatory
• Prior experience in managing medium to large‑scale projects, particularly those involving IT infrastructure and the healthcare domain (clinical).
• Strong team leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication skills with prior experience working with onshore clients.
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, ServiceNow).
• Basic understanding of IT infrastructure and SDLC.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver results under pressure.

Nice-to-Have Skills Description

• Working experience with ServiceNow for project tracking and management.