IT Project Leader: Healthcare Tech Delivery

McKesson; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 139,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking a Lead IT Project Manager to lead and manage complex IT projects from initiation to closure, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, develop project plans, mitigate risks, and drive SAFe Agile practices while aligning with strategic healthcare technology initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Typically require 10+ years of progressive experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT projects.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2) highly preferred.
• SAFe 6.0 Senior Scrum Master or RTE Certification highly preferred.
• Delivery in multi-mode methodology is required (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Demonstrated experience managing projects involving enterprise-level software implementations, infrastructure upgrades, or system integrations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience in the healthcare or medical-surgical industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for multiple, concurrent IT projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including detailed tasks, resource allocation, and timelines.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies and escalating as necessary.
• Lead and motivate project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Communicate project status, progress, and issues to stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies, best practices, and organizational standards and SAFe Agile.
• Manage project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring projects stay within financial constraints.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between IT teams, business units, and external vendors.
• Conduct post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions to identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and tools within the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Jira

Smartsheet

Stakeholder management

Multi-mode delivery

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Business Administration

Tools

Jira

Smartsheet

Job description

McKesson is seeking a Lead IT Project Manager to lead and manage complex IT projects from initiation to closure, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, develop project plans, mitigate risks, and drive SAFe Agile practices while aligning with strategic healthcare technology initiatives.