Operations Project Manager

Operations Project Manager

The Operations Project Manager is responsible for leading and executing high-priority initiatives that drive operational and strategic outcomes. This role partners closely with leaders to shape, advance, and deliver complex, often ambiguous work, while applying project management discipline to ensure effective execution and results.     

About Us:

Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

Pay:

The targeted pay range for this job is $90,000 - $100,000 per year. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Leads and manages strategic initiatives by applying appropriate project management practices such as tasks, time, resources, and people through the end-to-end project lifecycle     

2. Partners across functional areas to develop business cases, project plans, task lists, data collection plans and approaches for complex ambiguous initiatives

3. Tracks and reports progress on projects and strategic initiatives      

4. Understands the holistic nature of each project and ensures the inclusion of all functional areas affected     

5. Coaches and trains on project management tools and best methods to drive change across the organization     

6. Builds and maintains effective relationships with a wide range of people, including project sponsors, project owners, senior leadership, stakeholders, and vendors     

7. Quantifies cost and benefits for each project and helps prioritize projects with the greatest return on investment    

Work Location: Ability to work in a hybrid environment with up to 2 days a week in our Shoreview, Minnesota office

Operations Project Manager Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, Project Management, or related field

• Three (3) years of experience in healthcare operations, strategic initiatives, project management or related field.

• Experience with value-based care and population health.

• Experience working in a role that requires leading, facilitating and executing projects

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships

• Demonstrates initiative

• Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing priorities

• Excellent communication skills

• Able to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate good judgment

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

• Experience in senior healthcare operations