Job Description​

The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee and drive success across multiple large-scale projects and programs. This role requires strategic leadership in setting priorities, allocating resources, managing project teams, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment managing high-impact initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
•    Lead and manage cross-functional programs and portfolios composed of multiple projects and subprojects.
•    Establish and manage program governance, infrastructure, and communication strategies.
•    Set priorities across project portfolios based on organizational goals and stakeholder needs.
•    Scope, plan, and track projects from initiation through completion, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
•    Facilitate project teams and ensure efficient coordination and execution across departments.
•    Identify, assess, and mitigate program and project risks and issues.
•    Manage change effectively within projects and across portfolios.
•    Provide expert guidance and knowledge transfer related to project, program, and portfolio management.
•    Oversee staffing and organizational alignment to meet program and project goals.
•    Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to sponsors and stakeholders at defined tollgates.
•    Support sponsors in the evaluation and prioritization of new project and operational work proposals.
•    Contribute to the development of business and functional requirements, project charters, and detailed timelines.

Required Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Technology, or a related field.
•    3-5 years of professional experience in project, program, or portfolio management.
•    Experience managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects.
•    Less than 2 years of direct supervisory experience (indirect team leadership experience acceptable).
•    Proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Desired Skills
•    Proven ability to manage complex initiatives across multiple teams and stakeholders.
•    Strong skills in project management methodologies: scope, budget, schedule, implementation, accounting, review, and reporting.
•    Experience with process validation planning and reporting.
•    Proficiency in technical writing and communicating complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
•    Ability to read and interpret technical documents and translate them into actionable project plans.
•    Demonstrated success in stakeholder management and executive reporting.
•    Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Why Saint Luke’s?:   
•    Saint Luke’s offers competitive salaries and benefits packages to all eligible employees, click here to find out more. 
•    We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard. 
•    We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals. 
•    We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve. 

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

3-5 years

Bachelor's Degree

Job DetailsFull Time

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The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.

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