Senior IS Technical Project Manager - Project Management Office

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,930 - 140,230; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a Technical Senior Project Manager III to lead matrixed high-profile projects. The role encompasses project planning, management across multiple divisions, and ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.

You’ll engage with a diverse array of stakeholders and drive project success through effective risk management and collaboration. A Bachelor’s degree and PMP certification are required, along with ten years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Ten years of relevant experience, at least six years in project management.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PGMP) certification required.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex projects with budgets exceeding $1M.
• Lead strategic decision-making and resource management.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders to foster collaboration.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

SDLC Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Technical Senior Project Manager III leads high‑profile, matrixed projects aligned with the Institute’s strategic plan and process improvement priorities, often spanning multiple divisions. This role involves planning and managing several projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget. Engaging with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, the manager drives project success and fosters cross‑departmental collaboration, focusing on strategic outcomes and innovation. With proven technical expertise, they partner with engineering and development teams to mitigate risks and lead technology decisions, while also driving system architecture discussions, IT policy development, code reviews, and technical feasibility assessments.

Incumbent will report to the Manager of the Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) Information Services (IS) department Project Management Office (PMO), managing large projects identified by DFCI IS leadership while utilizing the PMO’s established project management methodology.

The focus of this position is: 1) manage large‑scale initiatives, 2) represent the PMO with the use of the PMO’s proven methodologies and tools, 3) support DFCI staff in project management best practices through coaching, mentoring, and training, 4) communicate the PMO’s mission and purpose throughout the IS and user community, and 5) drive the deployment, support, and continuous improvement of standard project management tools, including templates and applications, throughout DFCI.

The incumbent will:

• work closely with a multi-disciplinary team including IT technical staff, business analysts, institute leaders, and external vendors/teams throughout each project
• establish and maintain respectful relationships with project sponsors and stakeholders
• become familiar with institute processes, strategic goals, and systems
• collaborate with the business in needs definition, business assessment, requirements gathering, vendor selection, resource allocation, project prioritization, risk analysis and mitigation, implementation, testing, training, and project closeout
• lead and assist teams in project design
• aid in the periodic review and auditing throughout a project’s lifecycle
• guide projects in process content, application of tools, and knowledge management
• proactively identify, analyze, mitigate, and manage risks
• regularly and proactively communicate with project stakeholders regarding schedule, status, issues, risks, scope changes, and milestone achievements

The estimated duration of this position is 24-36 months.

LOCATION

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life‑changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high‑risk and underserved populations.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Scope and Complexity: Oversee highly complex projects with budgets exceeding $1M, critical to strategic objectives, involving multiple departments and external partners.
• Strategic Leadership and Planning: Lead strategic decision‑making with full accountability for project outcomes and resource management, collaborating with senior leadership to translate initiatives into detailed project plans that align with institutional priorities and ensure measurable success.
• Analysis: Translate business processes into technical solutions, expertly guiding analysts in requirement gathering and performing analysis as needed.
• Stakeholder Interaction and Communication: Engage with executive leadership and diverse stakeholders to drive project success and foster organizational collaboration.
• Project Oversight: Lead planning, execution, and evaluation of large‑scale projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget, while proactively managing portfolio impact.
• Quality and Risk Management: Drive innovation and continuous improvement by aligning quality objectives with organizational goals, while proactively identifying, analyzing, and managing risks to minimize issues and enhance project success.
• Vendor Management: Lead large vendor selections and implementations involving multiple vendors.
• Mentorship and Development: Mentor project teams, promoting professional growth and a culture of excellence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Extensive experience in project management, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects successfully.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities, with a focus on strategic thinking and innovation.
• Expertise in project management software and templates, with a strong application of project management methodologies and scheduling solutions such as MS Project.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• High success in applying complex IT concepts in application development and support, networking, system integration, and information security.
• Expertise with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Champion of formal project management methodologies, including waterfall, spiral, agile, lean, DMAIC, etc.
• Accomplished written and verbal communications skills with staff through leadership of varying levels of technical aptitude, translating business needs into technical solutions and driving decisions.

EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree

AREA OF STUDY REQUIRED

Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Ten (10) years of relevant experience with progressively increasing responsibility of which at least six (6) years must be in project management OR comparable roles.

LICENSE/ CERTIFICATION/ REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PGMP) certification required, with expectation to maintain credential.

At Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal‑opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$130,930.00 - $140,230.00