Project Management Consultant
We invite you to consider joining our team of talented project management professionals in the James M. Anderson Center for Health Systems Excellence!
The James M. Anderson Center was created in 2010 to serve as a catalyst for improving child health and transforming the delivery of healthcare locally, regionally and around the world. The Anderson Center shares ideas, knowledge, and data transparently and collaborates extensively to accelerate the reach and pace of quality improvement across Cincinnati Childrens Hospital.
This role will require application of advanced project management methodologies, including ongoing strategic planning, design and development of flexible project and portfolio structures, and setting priorities and establishing and executing plans for multiple, concurrent projects under a portfolio. You will be responsible for navigating and effectively driving complex, matrixed, and multi-disciplinary project teams. A propensity to learn and adapt to the needs and pace of the project is expected.
Job Responsibilities
- Project Management Consultation & Process / Quality Improvement - Collaborates with others to connect, implement and evaluate other project plans organization-wide. Identify, develop, and implement new methods, processes, and systems to improve and facilitate the teams work. Identify ways to improve data quality and usability and to streamline and enhance reporting processes and / or deliverables. Identify and recommend procedures to enhance or maintain a high level of effectiveness in projects. Work with functional leads to monitor and document information related to the projects. Assist in defining measurements and outcomes. May assist with both facilitation of teams assigned to the project and direct management of project management resources. Coach and mentor project team members. Understand and successfully perform the role of Supervisor (as appropriate).
- Project Management Leadership - Engage clients and stakeholders, negotiate project scope as needed, and communicate with client throughout the project. Identify resources needed, such as information, expertise, personnel, and instruments and problem-solve gaps. Lead project teams and direct work of others while assuming final responsibility for the result.
- Data Analysis / Reporting - Conduct / support complex qualitative and quantitative analysis of project data, summarize findings, draw appropriate conclusions, and effectively communicate results to team. Manage and direct regulatory / reporting activities related to projects (e.g., IRB, updates / reports to funding agencies, etc.)
- Communication & Relationship Management - Manage communication to and relationships with key project stakeholders. Compose, edit, and deliver written and verbal communications. Facilitate small group discussions. Keep team members appropriately informed.
- Strategic Planning - Strategize with project, program and department leadership to develop plans to advance objectives. Foster critical thinking on top issues and opportunities. Work in collaboration to establish goals and objectives, prioritize key objectives and work with the team to meet the goals and objectives. Strategize and recommend infrastructure necessary to execute selected projects & processes.
Job Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a related field6 years related experiencePMP certificationPreferred Qualifications
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and practical application in a fast-paced environmentExperience in healthcare or health system setting is highly preferredExperience applying waterfall, agile, and hybrid project management principlesSkilled in leveraging SmartsheetPrimary Location : Offices at Vernon Place
Schedule : Full time
Shift : Day (United States of America)
Department : AC Hospital Operations
Employee Status : Regular
FTE : 1
Weekly Hours : 40
Expected Starting Pay Range : $91,520.00 - $116,688.00Market Leading Benefits Including
Medical coverage starting day one of employmentCompetitive retirement plansTuition reimbursement for continuing educationExpansive employee discount programs through our many community partnersShift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positionsSupport through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic / Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource GroupPhysical and mental health wellness programsRelocation assistance available for qualified positionsBenefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position TypeAt Cincinnati Childrens, we come to work with one goal : to make childrens health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Childrens.
Cincinnati Childrens is :
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Childrens Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 yearsConsistently among the top 3 Childrens Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) FundingRecognized as one of Americas Best Large Employers (2025), Americas Best Employers for New Grads (2025)One of the nations Americas Most Innovative Companies as noted by FortuneConsistently certified as a great place to workA Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on DisabilityMagnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)We embrace innovationtogether. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. Thats why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, were creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger futurefor all of us.
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Cincinnati Childrens is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO / Veteran / Disability