Project Manager

Chamberlain

Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. We’re 99,000 strong, with 31,000 students and 68,000 alumni armed with the skills, passion, and determination to make a difference in today’s complex healthcare environment. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 campuses and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at www.chamberlain.edu.
 

Opportunity at a Glance

The Project Manager is assigned to work closely with various groups to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of solutions in support of business goals and objectives.  While responsibilities are mainly focused on managing projects that support both campus and online expansion efforts, this role may support other projects as needed.  This individual will work closely with project owners, consultants and other third-party vendors as needed.    

Responsibilities

• Analyzes project needs and identifies resources required.

• Develops detailed project plans, which include key activities, timelines and resource requirements needed to achieve project objectives while adhering to an appropriate systematic development process.

• Tracks and documents completion of work plan activities and initiates efforts to advance the project as needed.

• Manages multiple projects according to plan while monitoring, measuring and reporting on progress to ensure project is delivered on time and within budget.

• Modifies tasks, sequencing, and resourcing as appropriate to maintain progress.

• Identifies and addresses obstacles ensuring appropriate resolution.

• Manages project teams and related implementation activities according to project plans.

• Provides input into how to use resources more effectively and coordinates/negotiates any staffing changes with managers.

• Balances use of vendor and internal resources.

• Coaches and develops team members in support of achieving the project objectives

• Provides feedback to the project team members as appropriate.

• Communicates project progress and issues to clients, especially related to the impact of changes to project resources, scheduling scope and delivery.

• Works closely with groups involved to ensure smooth implementation.

• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• BS/BA degree required.
• Master's Degree in Business or Project Management preferred.
• 5 of full lifecycle project management experience including knowledge of PMBOK or other equivalent methodology.
• Experience in an academic enterprise preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and determine effective business and alternative solutions.
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to advance projects while managing multiple initiatives.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels within the organization and work in a fast-paced environment with many initiatives.
• Ability to manage a variety of business and vendor resources.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with minimal supervision and direction.
• Proficient with project management practices and tools.
• Capability to influence and instill credibility in sponsors, peers and subordinates by meeting project milestones, deadlines and budget.
• PMP certification preferred.

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $59,923 and $108,334. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
• 12 Paid Holidays
  
  For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/us/en/benefits.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. At Adtalem, we welcome everyone and have a strong commitment towards diversity and inclusion. We encourage our Colleagues to be their true authentic selves and support laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.