Strategic Program/Project Manager

Strategic Program / Project Manager
Pay Range: $90/hour to $110/hour 

The Strategic Program / Project Manager supports the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) and serves as an execution partner to executive leadership for large-scale, high-visibility initiatives. This role is responsible for translating strategic priorities into structured program execution across complex, cross-functional environments.

This position leads enterprise programs including IT initiatives, system integrations, infrastructure investments, and transformation efforts. The role requires strong governance, financial oversight, vendor management, and executive-level communication to ensure successful delivery of strategic objectives.

• Lead day-to-day execution of large-scale, multi-workstream programs sponsored by executive or board-level stakeholders
• Translate strategic objectives into detailed project plans, milestones, deliverables, and timelines
• Ensure alignment across multiple initiatives and workstreams

• Establish and manage program governance frameworks, including risks, issues, dependencies, and escalation paths
• Ensure adherence to EPMO standards, methodologies, and best practices
• Monitor program health and proactively mitigate risks

• Manage program financials including ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude), budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
• Track capital expenditures and ensure alignment with financial objectives
• Provide financial insights and reporting to executive stakeholders

• Develop executive-level status reports, dashboards, KPIs, and briefing materials
• Present program updates to senior leadership and board stakeholders
• Maintain clear, consistent communication on progress, risks, and outcomes

• Coordinate and oversee third-party vendors, consultants, and system integrators
• Ensure delivery aligns with scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across IT, clinical, operations, and finance teams

• Support organizational change management, readiness, and user adoption initiatives
• Drive alignment and engagement across impacted business units
• Contribute to successful implementation of enterprise transformation programs

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (required)
• 7+ years of experience in program or project management for large-scale, complex initiatives
• Experience working within an EPMO or structured program governance environment
• Proven ability to manage budgets, financial tracking, and capital programs
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills

• Experience in healthcare systems, academic medical centers, or regulated environments
• Knowledge of EPMO frameworks, governance models, and KPI-driven reporting
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A), system integrations, or enterprise transformations
• Experience managing IT programs, infrastructure projects, or digital transformation initiatives
• Ability to operate independently, manage ambiguity, and drive results in fast-paced environments

• Program & Project Management
• Strategic Execution
• EPMO Governance
• Financial & Budget Management
• Risk & Issue Management
• Vendor Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Change Management
• Executive Communication

• Successful delivery of high-visibility, enterprise-level programs on time and within budget
• Strong alignment between strategic objectives and execution outcomes
• Effective governance, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication
• High-quality executive reporting and decision support
• Seamless coordination across cross-functional teams and external partners