Washington University in St. Louis

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Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Project Manager EPIC Technology is responsible for leading and solving complex, interdependent activities into tasks and sub-tasks that are documented, monitored, and controlled using technology project management processes and methodologies to deliver capabilities that meet the stakeholder needs. The individual will be responsible for leading strategic efforts to define the scope of the project as it relates to the overall business objectives and communicates effectively the status of the project to the respective stakeholders. Must be able to foresee and elimate possible risks and ensure the success of a project (resources/scope/cost/quality/time) for small/medium/large projects. Takes full responsibility for the definition, approach, facilitation and satisfactory completion of the technology projects. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Provides effective leadership to the technology project team and adopts appropriate technology project management methods and tools. Manages the change control process and assesses and manages risks. Ensures that realistic project plans are maintained and delivers regular and accurate communication to stakeholders. Ensures project and product quality reviews occur on schedule and according to procedure. Ensures that project deliverables are completed within agreed cost, timescale and resource budgets, and are formally accepted, by appropriate stakeholders. Monitors costs, times, quality and resources used and takes action where performance deviates from agreed tolerances. Leads activities required in the realization of the technology benefits of each part of the change program. Identifies specific metrics and mechanisms to measure benefits and plans to activate these mechanisms at the required time and monitors benefits against what was predicted in the business case. Ensures that all participants are engaged throughout the change program and fully prepared to exploit the new operational business environment. Supports operational managers and technology stakeholders to ensure that all plans, work packages and deliverables are aligned with the expected benefits. Conducts technology readiness assessments to assess the size, nature and impact of organizational change. Defines tactics to use considering the challenges to be addressed. Provides guidance and makes suggestions to support individuals responsible for operational implementation of change management activities. Gathers feedback to analyze the impact and effectiveness of the change management activities being deployed. Takes corrective action as required. Develops and communicates tailored technology change management plans and establishes and builds relationships with the project sponsors and key stakeholders. Sources and collects contract technology performance data (such as pricing and supply chain costs), and monitors performance against key performance indicators. Monitors progress against business objectives specified in the business case. Proactively manages risk and reward mechanisms in the contract and identifies and reports under-performance and develops opportunities for improvement. Monitors compliance with terms and conditions and takes appropriate steps to address non-compliance. Identifies where change is required, and plans for variations and ensures, in consultation with stakeholders, that technology change management protocols are implemented. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table Equipment Office equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Relevant Experience (5 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Not Applicable Grade G14 Salary Range $75,200.00 - $128,800.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. 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The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! 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