University of Oklahoma · 19 hours ago
Senior Project Manager
United States-Oklahoma-Oklahoma City
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expThe University of Oklahoma is seeking an experienced PMP certified Senior Project Manager to join the OU College of Dentistry team. This role involves improving operating performance across the College, leading project management methodology development, managing productivity and outcome measurement, and ensuring effective communication with management.
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Responsibilities
Independently leads project teams to support performance excellence initiatives, including but not limited to supporting all departments in their effort to implement and effectively achieve performance excellence
Manages the day-to-day responsibilities of assigned projects and develops long range strategic planning, including potential areas of focus, scope, and development of the College
Develops and refines performance improvement methodology and project management methodology. Develops and maintains college and department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, to include but not limited to defining annual process improvement plans, and working collaboratively with management and existing process improvement resources
Ensures the College has the infrastructure and resources required to perform its role effectively and efficiently
Monitors project timelines to ensure resources are available and applied appropriately to achieve desired performance goals in a timely manner
Provides support for multiple process improvement efforts, which are expected to dramatically improve operating performance. Provides best practice examples from other organizations or industries
Oversees projects and acts as an internal consultant providing process facilitation support as well as rigorous analytical support to project teams
Provides active tracking tools and risk management summaries for all projects designated by senior management and summarizes individual project progress and risks to senior management
Keeps abreast of recent trends and developments in process innovation and project management in the healthcare field as well as in related industries
Maintains effective internal and external communication regarding process innovation and project management efforts while providing timely information regarding the progress of initiatives. Provides consultative, coaching, or mentoring services to management and/or department staff as appropriate
Participates in meetings and committees and represents the College in various capacities within the University. Oversee the development and implementation of communication plans
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Management, Business Administration, Healthcare, or related field
72 months of project management experience which includes 36 months management or leadership experience
Strong customer orientation
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Effective facilitator
Ability to assist others to develop an analytical framework
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Results oriented
Preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification highly desired
Lean/Six Sigma experience is a plus
Company
University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is a public research university that provides variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
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2025 (106)
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2023 (83)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationAir Force Research Laboratory
2024-03-13Grant· $3.1M
2023-11-09Grant· $1.9M
2023-04-05Grant· $8.7M
Leadership Team
Mark Yeary
Co-Founder, Advanced Radar Research Center (ARRC)
Marcus Bowman
Deputy Athletic Director, CFO & Business Strategy
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