Project Manager | System Administration Office | Day | Full-Time

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville seeks a senior strategy and transformation leader to plan, execute and deliver high-impact programs aligned with our strategic goals. The role collaborates with clinical, operational and administrative leaders to define objectives, scope and success metrics.

It requires 5–7+ years in strategy, program or project management within healthcare, with a track record of delivering enterprise-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 5-7+ years in strategy, program or project management in healthcare or related field.
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma or similar certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution and delivery of high-impact projects aligned with UF Health CE strategy.
• Collaborate with clinical, operational and administrative leaders to define objectives, scope and success metrics.
• Track and report project outcomes to Strategy, Finance and senior leadership; capture lessons learned.
• Support the VP Strategy and Chief Transformation Officer with ad hoc strategic initiatives and special assignments.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Healthcare operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA/MHA/MPH preferred

Job description

Overview

Oversees the planning, execution and delivery of high-impact projects that drive organizational transformation and growth and are aligned with the strategic goals of the UF Health CE. This role collaborates cross-functionally with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success metrics. This role is responsible for tracking and reporting on project outcomes to Strategy, Finance, and other functional leadership as needed, capturing lessons learned and best practices for future initiatives. This role supports the VP Strategy and Chief Transformation Officer with ad hoc strategic initiatives and special assignments as needed.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MHA, MPH, or related) preferred.

Experience

• 5-7+ years of progressive experience in strategy, program or project management, healthcare operations, management consulting, or a related field.

License/Certification/Registration

• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or other formal project management certification preferred but not required.

Other Qualifications

• Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional, enterprise-level projects from planning through execution and delivery, ideally in healthcare or similarly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated ability to define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success metrics, and to monitor, track, and report project outcomes to senior leadership.
• Experience managing project resources, mitigating risks (e.g., operational, financial, regulatory), and ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of working effectively across clinical, operational, administrative, and executive teams.
• Experience mentoring and developing team members, fostering accountability, and building project management capabilities within teams.
• Demonstrated ability to support executive leadership on strategic initiatives, special projects, or transformation programs. Experience aligning project financials with organizational policies and strategic goals, including collaboration with Finance or operational leadership.