Project Manager

American Heart Association; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Heart Association seeks a Project Manager in the Healthcare Business Solutions department. This home-based role leads cross-functional projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and budget while coordinating with stakeholders. You will develop plans, manage risks, and report progress to sponsors.

Ideal candidates have PMI/PMBOK awareness, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment with occasional local travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Three (3) years of proven project management experience.
• PM experience in product or program development.
• Proficient business analysis skills.
• Proficient knowledge of PM software such as MS Project or Adobe Workfront.
• Ability to lead and influence without authority.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25% local and overnight stay

Responsibilities

• Lead initiation, planning, execution, reporting, and delivery of projects.
• Develop and manage project plans, processes, and timelines.
• Ensure products or programs are delivered on time, within cost and quality.
• Define scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables; produce reports and dashboards.
• Foster cross-department collaboration and regular communication with stakeholders.
• Forecast risks and propose mitigations.
• Utilize project management tools like MS Project and Visio.

Skills

Communication

Leadership without authority

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Adobe Workfront

Visio

Job description

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

The American Heart Association has an outstanding opportunity for a Project Manager in our Healthcare Business Solutions department!

This position can be home-based.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.

Responsibilities

This individual will be responsible for leading the successful completion of assigned projects by guiding project initiation, planning, execution, reporting, evaluation, and delivery of outcomes. Responsible for developing and leading project plans, processes, and timelines. Responsible for delivering products or programs on time, to the specified cost, quality, and performance.

• Identifies and documents project scope, schedule, budget and deliverables. Develops processes (RACI's, work breakdown structures), change requests, reports, and tracking. Analyzes project progress and adjusts workflow and assignments accordingly
• Fosters cross-departmental collaboration and communication between team members and impacted departments. Communicates regularly with internal staff, management, volunteers, and consultants for assigned projects to advance and execute the plan. Facilitates meetings
• Prioritizes work assignments, identifies and avoids resource collisions while managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Forecasts future trends for projects to advise resource planning function. Identifies issues and provides options and solutions for identified risks and issues
• Develops and maintains a dashboard and reporting structure to be conveyed internally to key stakeholders and to sponsors
• Drives accountability to the program plan(s). Develops a detailed work plan. Works closely with departmental leads to ensure projects meet deadlines
• Uses project management tools such as, Microsoft Project, Visio, and relevant mind-mapping software

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• Three (3) years of proven experience
• Project management experience in product or program development
• Proficient business analysis skills
• Proficient knowledge and skill in the use of Project Management applications such as MS Project, Adobe Workfront, or related software
• Ability to lead and influence without authority
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio or related workflow software
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate and build relationships across all levels and functions
• Ability to travel up to 25% local and overnight stay

Preferred Experience

• PMP Certification
• Knowledge of PMBOK processes and procedures
• MBA

Compensation & Benefits

Salary minimum to the midpoint of the range is $68,300.00 to $91,200.00. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.

In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities

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