IT Project Manager

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resilience program

Employee assistance program

PTO & extended leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

UMC Health System is seeking an IT Project Manager to plan, execute, and finalize technology projects using PMBOK guidelines. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, vendors, and partners to meet scope, schedule, and budget while tracking performance metrics.

The role emphasizes risk and change management, stakeholder communication, and delivering status updates to leadership. A healthcare project background is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4+ years of direct project management experience.
• 2+ years IT project management preferred.
• Healthcare project implementations preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage medium to large-scale projects from initiation to completion.
• Plan and coordinate project resources to achieve on-time delivery.
• Apply critical thinking to analyze situations and set priorities.
• Maintain timely communication with stakeholders and teams.
• Prepare project status reports and dashboards for leadership.
• Ensure alignment with PMO standards and organizational policies.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Vendor coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Monday.com

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

Job description

Department Summary

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Job Summary

The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects in alignment with PMBOK methodologies, ensuring delivery within defined scope, schedule, and budget parameters. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, vendors, and third‑party partners to execute project plans effectively. The Project Manager will also monitor progress and evaluate project success against established performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage medium to large-scale projects from initiation to completion.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate project resources to ensure timely and successful delivery of project objectives.
• Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to analyze situations, draw sound conclusions, and prioritize team efforts effectively.
• Demonstrate excellent time management by balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines consistently.
• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and attention to detail in all interactions.
• Adapt communication style to suit specific audiences and scenarios; must be confident engaging with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Leverage technology effectively to facilitate both virtual and in‑person meetings; strong presentation skills are required.
• Demonstrate proven capabilities in: Risk Management, Issue Management, Schedule Management.
• Document all project activities in accordance with IT PMO standards, utilizing established processes, procedures, and templates.
• Prepare and deliver regular project status reports and dashboards to stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Partner with change‑management teams to support communication, training, and adoption strategies for project deliverables.
• Execute responsibilities with a strong understanding of how project deliverables impact business operations and strategic goals.
• Mentor and educate team members on project management best practices, methodologies, and tools.
• Ensure project activities align with organizational security policies and relevant regulatory/compliance requirements.
• Proactively seek out and share new project management techniques to improve outcomes and stay current in the field.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders and cross‑functional teams through both formal and informal engagement.
• Navigate differing viewpoints respectfully while managing stakeholder and vendor expectations effectively.

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four‑year college or university preferred.

Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

PMP certification requested.

Experience

• A minimum of 4 years of direct project management experience is required.
• At least 2 years of IT project management experience is preferred.
• Experience leading healthcare‑related project implementations is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) such as Monday.com, Microsoft Project, and SharePoint is preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, web technologies, and general IT systems is expected.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies based on PMI’s PMBOK framework is required.

Environmental / Working Conditions

Works in a well‑lighted, heated, and ventilated building. Hours may vary to accommodate the needs of other departments.

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

This position requires interaction with most other UMC departments, medical staff, technical personnel at TTUHSC and UMCP. This position also deals directly with technical support analysts employed by contracted hardware and software vendors.

Physical Capabilities

Work is of medium demand; walking, sitting, and standing most of the time while on‑duty. Occasional lifting of equipment is required. Adequate hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills required for typing. Talking and hearing is essential in dealing with co‑workers and customers.

Equal Employment Opportunities

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.

Benefits

• Resilience program
• Emotional
• Physical
• Spiritual
• Financial
• Career
• Community
• On‑Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• And more at https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards

• Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country
• Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals.
• Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC

• Magnet Designated
• 501 licensed beds
• 62 Site locations
• ... Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC)
• Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly
• UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP

• 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers
• Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers
• Ranked as "One of the Best Places to Work in Texas" by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates