Strategic Project Manager at Labcorp in Indianapolis, IN

Strategic Project Manager Location: Indianapolis IN Labcorp is seeking a Strategic Project Manager to join our team at 8211 Scicor Drive, Indianapolis, Indiana! Work Schedule Monday – Friday, day shift Job Responsibilities Manages the day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of projects assigned. Responsible to create and managing detailed project plans. Responsible to report project status to team, management and stakeholders through regular status reports, management reports, and communications meetings Responsible to track project issues and ensure appropriate resolution working closely with the upper leadership. Responsible to hold formal project reviews with management to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfaction. Responsible to deliver projects successfully on time and on or under budget with regularity and predictability. Records actual labor utilization on the project and creates resource utilization forecasts. Assists the laboratory management and the wider organization in the following aspects of project planning. Project scope and change control processes. Project status updates Project’s budget allocation, approval, and management Employ effective general management and people skills. Manages the relationship within project teams, executive sponsors, and all identified stakeholders. Motivates teams by presenting a vision and strategy for delivery. Negotiate on behalf of all project team members to ensure service delivery and team satisfaction. Effectively work with a diverse group of stakeholders in the organization Communicates effectively with all levels of staff and management. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in Life Science, Project Management, or IT PMP certification 5 or more years’ experience of full-time Project Management Preferred Qualifications PhD in Life Science, Project Management, or IT Additional Job Standards Proven experience managing end-to-end IT or operational projects, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Demonstrated success leading complex, global, and cross-functional strategic projects within regulated or laboratory environments. Experience working within a Project Management Office (PMO) structure, with strong adherence to governance, reporting, and changing control processes. Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project) and the Microsoft Office suite Experience leveraging data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) to support project tracking, reporting, and decision-making. History of delivering projects on time, within scope, and on or under budget Experience managing project financials, resource planning, and utilization forecasting. Background working in a global, multicultural environment with geographically dispersed teams. Experience driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate cross-functional teams and align stakeholders to a shared project vision. Demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate, and manage stakeholder relationships, including senior leadership and external clients. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise updates through reports, presentations, and meetings. Strong customer focus, ensuring internal and external client requirements and expectations are consistently met. Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to manage project risks and issues proactively. Highly organized with strong planning, prioritization, and critical-thinking capabilities Self-driven with a high degree of initiative and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Proven ability to operate effectively in complex, fast-paced, and matrixed environments. About Labcorp At Labcorp, we are a global leader of innovative and comprehensive laboratory services that help doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and patients make clear and confident decisions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development laboratory capabilities, our 70,000 employees combine innovative innovation, science and technology to solve some of today’s biggest health challenges, accelerate life-changing healthcare breakthroughs and impact lives around the world. Here, you are empowered to own your career journey and create a personalized development plan with the support of your team. Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please click here. Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. 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