Research Operations Program Manager

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Orlando, FL seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives. You will develop detailed plans, track progress, manage scope and budget, and communicate with executives to ensure timely delivery.

The role requires strong communication, negotiation, and change management skills, with familiarity in Agile/Scrum and PM tools like Smartsheet and Power BI. On-site scheduling and collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Business or Healthcare required.
• 5+ years experience managing projects, preferably in healthcare or HR.
• PMP/CSM or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management required.

Responsibilities

• Leads cross-functional project teams and assigns tasks to ensure on-time completion.
• Develops detailed project plans with timelines, milestones, and resources.
• Monitors progress, manages scope, schedule, and budget; mitigates risks.
• Facilitates meetings and communicates with executive sponsors and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Negotiation

Agile and Scrum

MS Office

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's in Business or Healthcare

Tools

Smartsheet

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

800 N Magnolia Ave

City

Orlando

State

Florida

Postal Code

32803

Job Description

Leads cross-functional project teams by assigning tasks and following up to ensure on-time completion. Develops detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Communicates project goals, roles, responsibilities, and expectations to all team members. Monitors project progress and performance, making adjustments as necessary to stay on track. Identifies and resolves issues that may impact project deliverables or timelines. Facilitates regular project meetings to review progress, address challenges, and update stakeholders. Manages changes to project scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring alignment with overall objectives. Collaborates with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure project deliverables meet expectations. Utilizes project management tools and software to track progress and maintain documentation. Conducts risk assessments and implements mitigation strategies to minimize potential disruptions. Provides regular status updates and reports to executive sponsors and stakeholders. Ensures project compliance with organizational policies, standards, and best practices. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Demonstrates the understanding of strategic business goals, act as a thought partner, helping stakeholders articulate needs and defining clear scope statements that include SMART goals, and ensuring the team focuses on achieving the business outcomes [Required]
• Expert in developing work breakdown structures, determining interdependencies, identifying a projects critical path, estimating of level of effort using PERT analysis and then using techniques and skills to proactively manage the project to successfully deliver the goals and objectives of the project [Required]
• Proficient at driving a project forward, monitoring and communicating the progress, proactively and effectively communicating in terms of cost, forecast, schedule and assessment of risk/issues. Anticipates stakeholder needs, proactively keeping them informed, negotiating with them to reach consensus when priorities conflict, and tailoring the message and delivery style as needed [Required]
• Proven communication and negotiation skills – oral, written, presentation, formal and informal [Required]
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of employees (Executive, [Required]
• Management and staff) both written and verbally [Required]
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with good organizational, follow-up, computer, and analytical skills [Required]
• Excels in a constantly changing environment with competing priorities [Required]
• Ability to prioritize projects assigned and ability to operate well under pressure and heavy workloads to meet deadlines [Required]
• Acts as a role model; inspires teams to go beyond their role expectations to help each other and exceed project goals [Required]
• Experience in persuasion and influencing by understanding the various points of view and achieving meaningful interaction. Excels at negotiating and managing conflict [Required]
• Ability to conduct oneself professionally, maintaining confidence, confidentiality, integrity, and objectivity [Required]
• Working knowledge of project management [Required]
• Working knowledge of process improvement [Required]
• Working knowledge of change management [Required]
• Working knowledge of Agile and Scrum [Required]
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) [Required]
• Technical knowledge in implementation of workflows, dashboards and reports using Project management platforms and reporting tools, such as Smartsheet, Power BI and Excel [Preferred]
• Skilled use and knowledge of the Internet and the following computer programs: Adobe PDF, Visio, MIRO, and mind mapping tools [Preferred]

Education

• Bachelor'sin Business or Healthcare [Required]

Field Of Study

• N/A

Work Experience

• 5+ years experience in the following: managing projects, preferably in a health care or human resources, utilizing standard project management concepts [Required]
• Experience in persuasion and influencing by understanding the various points of view and achieving meaningful interaction. Excels at negotiating and managing conflict [Required]

Additional Information

• N/A

Licenses And Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) [Required]
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) [Required] OR
• Certified Agile Leadership Essentials (CAL-E) [Required]
• Change Management Certification (PROSCI) [Preferred]
• Six Sigma [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$73,507.20 - $136,739.20

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.