Project Manager at University of Rochester in Rochester, NY

Project Manager Location: School of Medicine and Dentistry As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 910126 Radiology Admin Support Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 109 H Compensation Range: $26.90 - $37.66 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: The Imaging Project Manager I is an integral member of a cross-functional team within the Imaging Science Department. This role provides project management for key department projects, collaborating with Medical Center business, financial, and operational stakeholders. The Project Manager I operates under leadership oversight, adhering to established project management and business requirements standards. Teamwork, collaboration, balancing competing priorities, and continuous improvement and learning are fundamental to success in this role. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ​ Project Planning & Scoping: Gather team input and translate into detailed plans (tasks, dependencies, timelines, milestones, resources, deliverables). Define project scope with executive sponsors, key users, and department leaders; secure approvals and assign resources. Project Execution & Monitoring: Track project progress and verify all critical implementation criteria are met. Conduct post-project “lessons learned” sessions to capture successes and improvement areas. Risk & Issue Management: Identify, track, and manage project risks with mitigation plans; escalate as needed. Identify, track, and resolve project issues; escalate as needed. Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with Finance Offices, Resource Managers, Medical Center Leaders, and Sponsors to enforce QA, training, and support processes. Meetings & Reporting: Facilitate project meetings with clear objectives, agendas, participants, and minutes. Develop and maintain dashboards for Senior Leadership and provide status reports to steering committees. Professional Development & Collaboration: Stay current on strategic goals, service providers, team processes, tools, and architecture. Pursue webinars, case studies, and white papers to refine PM skills. Build and maintain internal departmental relationships. Presentations & Committees: Present on work-related issues and serve on committees or meetings as requested. Other duties as assigned MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Information Technology or Engineering required. 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience in healthcare or higher education field preferred. Proficiency with ServiceNow, JIRA, Smartsheet, Clarity PPM or Project Portfolio Management (PPM) software preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Detail-oriented; demonstrated ability to manage projects required. Excellent communication (written/verbal), presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills required. Extensive computer literacy, including Microsoft Project, Teams and PowerPoint required. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) may be required within a year of hire preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Lean Six Green Belt Certification preferred. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.