Senior Project Manager

Company Description

At Adtalem Global Education, we seek to empower students and members to achieve their goals, find success and make inspiring contributions to our global community. Adtalem is a leading healthcare educator that partners with organizations to proactively address future workforce needs and empowers career development with access to world-class academic curriculums, certifications and training programs across the medical and healthcare industries.

Adtalem institutions and companies include: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, and Walden University. (NYSE: ATGE; member S&P MidCap 400 Index) For more information, please visit adtalem.com.

 

Job Description

Opportunity at a Glance

This position manages multiple projects and implementation activities.  Assists in projects typically focused on managing activities associated with new, changed and discontinued programs, locations, policies and other business initiatives. Will work in conjunction with other functional groups, Business Analysts, and technical staff to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of solutions in support of business goals and objectives. The individual also works closely with project owners, consultants and other third-party vendors, when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes projects to determine functions and resources involved, implications to the Business, and issues.
• Identifies necessary approvals related to planning and implementation activities. Provides guidance to business leaders on how to seek approvals.
• Researches and interprets policies, guidelines, etc. and incorporates these into implementation plans and execution efforts.
• Conducts project prioritization efforts based on various factors including revenue goals, resource scheduling, marketing and recruitment window (“runway”), process readiness, etc. Makes recommendations on resulting priority sequences.
• Initiates, authors and provides thorough and timely communications regarding the planning and status of multiple projects to Implementation Team members and appropriate stakeholders.
• Analyzes and researches issues and problems; identifies and recommends solutions; implements.
• As Central Services representative, actively participates on Product Steering Committee and related work.
• Manages project teams and related implementation activities according to project plans in a matrix organization.
• Coaches and develops team members in support of the achievement of the project.
• Manages other projects as assigned by Central Services management.
• Communicates project progress and issues to clients, especially related to impact of changes in project resources, scheduling, scope and delivery.
• Works closely with the groups involved to ensure smooth implementation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• BS/BA degree required. Masters in Business or Project Management desirable.
• 5-10 years of full lifecycle project management experience including knowledge of PMBOK or other equivalent methodology.
• PMP certification desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and determine effective business and alternative solutions.
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to advance projects while managing multiple initiatives.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels within the organization and work in a fast-paced environment with many initiatives.
• Ability to manage a variety of business and vendor resources.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with minimal supervision and direction.
• Proficient with project management practices and tools.
• Capability to influence and instill credibility in sponsors, peers and subordinates by meeting project milestones, deadlines, and budget.
• Experience in an academic enterprise is a plus.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $68,637 and $124,230. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; a