Project Manager - Operations

RXinsider LTD.; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Pace is seeking a Project Manager of Operations to drive and deliver operational initiatives, develop intake processes, and ensure consistent project management practices. The role emphasizes governance, KPI tracking, and leadership across cross-functional teams in an office setting.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in business or related field and 5+ years of program or project management experience, with strong communication and analytical skills. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, project management, or related field.
• 5+ years of program or project management experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of PMO practices, governance, and KPIs.
• Experience defining requirements, objectives, and success metrics.

Responsibilities

• Defines and maintains PMO processes and the overall project management approach.
• Develops and manages work plans and integrated schedules across initiatives.
• Partners with stakeholders to define requirements and objectives.
• Establishes and tracks KPIs for project execution and reporting.
• Prepares status reports including health updates and monthly summaries.
• Manages risks, issues, and cross-functional team concerns.
• Develops governance structures and stakeholder meeting cadences.
• Drives continuous improvement and team initiatives.

Skills

PMO governance

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Process improvement

Leadership

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

5+ years project/program management experience

Job description

Shift

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time Zone

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Project Manager of Operations

Summary

Responsible for driving and delivering operational business initiatives, processes, and program leadership. Develops and manages intake processes, ensures consistency in project management practices, develops project health scorecards, and delivers reporting to leadership.

Essential Functions

• Defines and maintains Project Management Office (PMO) processes and the overall project management approach for initiatives.
• Develops and manages work plans, including integrated plans across initiatives.
• Partners with key stakeholders to define project requirements and objectives.
• Establishes and tracks key performance metrics for project execution and reporting.
• Prepares and delivers regular status reports, including project health updates and monthly summaries.
• Monitors the effectiveness of actions taken and continuously improves program performance.
• Identifies, documents, and tracks project risks and issues.
• Manages cross-functional team risks and issues; escalates concerns as appropriate.
• Develops and maintains governance models, including stakeholder structures and meeting cadences.
• Identifies gaps and implements corrective or preventative action plans.
• Contributes to departmental efficiency by recommending improvements and actively participating in team initiatives.
• Promotes and supports the mission of Pace through professional, cooperative interactions with customers and staff.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business, project management, or a related field; AND five (5) years of program or project management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Knowledge

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Operational practices related to continuous improvement, process design, and systems effectiveness.
• Strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.
• Effective communication methods for working with staff, stakeholders, and customers.
• Techniques for influencing and driving behavioral or organizational change.
• Methods for delivering constructive feedback and supporting professional development.
• Principles and techniques for effective oral presentations.
• Relevant computer applications and systems.
• Proper business English, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Techniques for interacting with diverse individuals in person and via telephone.

Required Skills

• Planning, organizing, and managing complex programs and projects.
• Developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Collaborating effectively across teams, leadership, and customer groups.
• Facilitating alignment and resolving differences among stakeholders.
• Applying critical thinking and problem-solving to evaluate solutions and outcomes.
• Interpreting and applying standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Demonstrating strong decision-making and analytical skills.
• Communicating clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Managing multiple priorities and driving projects to completion.
• Utilizing project management tools, systems, and software.
• Exercising initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Contributing to team and organizational goals.
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships.

Physical / Mental Requirements

• Ability to work in an office environment.
• Use of standard office equipment.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.
• Visual ability to read printed materials and computer screens.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and via telephone.

Working Environment

Work is performed in an office setting. Travel may be required.

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits

When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.