UNIV - Project Manager - Business Operations

Job Description Summary

The Project Manager supports the Director of Business Operations by coordinating, tracking, and executing strategic and operational projects across multiple auxiliary and support service units. This position ensures that project milestones, deliverables, and outcomes are achieved on schedule and within scope, enhancing the operational efficiency of MUSC’s Business Operations portfolio.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Classified

Cost Center

CC002126 Parking Management

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-07

Pay Range

57,334.00 - 81,707.00 - 106,080.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

25%— Project Planning and Implementation. Leads and manages the execution of assigned projects from initiation through completion. Develops project charters, defines scope and timelines, coordinates internal and external stakeholders, and ensures deliverables are completed on time and aligned with Business Operations goals. Tracks progress and proactively identifies risks, dependencies, and resource needs.

20% - Task Tracking, Reporting, and Documentation. Develops and maintains detailed project plans, dashboards, and task-tracking systems for Business Operations initiatives. Ensures project documentation—including meeting notes, action logs, and deliverable records—is accurate, accessible, and up to date. Provides regular status reports to the Director of Business Operations and other leadership stakeholders.

20%— Cross-Departmental Coordination. Serves as a central liaison among Business Operations units (Parking & Transportation, Mail Services, Printing Services, etc.) to ensure consistent communication, coordination, and alignment of operational priorities. Facilitates meetings, prepares briefings and summaries, and ensures timely follow-up on action items and deliverables.

15%— Process Improvement and Workflow Optimization. Analyzes existing business processes and identifies opportunities for improved efficiency, data tracking, and reporting across operational units. Supports the implementation of new tools, technologies, and best practices that enhance productivity and service quality.

15%— Resource Monitoring. Assists with tracking project-related budgets, resource allocations, and financial impacts across Business Operations units. Collaborates with the Director of Finance and Support Services, as well as any other relevant departmental leaders, to ensure projects are aligned with self-sustaining auxiliary enterprise expectations and University fiscal policies.

5%—Perform other duties as assigned by the Director in support of the operational efforts of Business Operations and other units within the Operations division. 

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and three years of relevant project management experience. Some positions may require certification as a Certified Associate in Project Management or Project Management Professional (PMP).

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distanc