Reporting to the IT Director of Project Management, the IT Project Manager II is responsible for planning, initiating, and overseeing the execution of all elements of a project while working with multiple internal teams, contractors, and clients. Understanding of project financials and cost control with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget is required. The Project Manager II will utilize excellent communication and presentation skills to participate in early discussions with the stakeholder and senior management to ensure they have a clear understanding of the desired goals and outcomes. The Project Manager II will be responsible for determining resources, processes, and other materials necessary to complete the project within the desired timeline and to develop each phases' execution plans. The Project Manager II is responsible for the final quality of a project and ensuring it is delivered on time and to the client's satisfaction. The Project Manager II will have good analytical and problem-solving abilities, be able to identify potential risks and propose appropriate mitigation strategies, and have knowledge of healthcare processes and workflows, and healthcare regulations, data privacy, and security requirements.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
1. Lead and manage projects from initiation to closure.
2. Take full ownership of the project's lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
3. Develop detailed project plans using Smartsheet: Create comprehensive project plans, including work breakdown structure (WBS), milestones, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
4. Lead project status meetings and ensure effective communication: Conduct regular status meetings with the project team and stakeholders to keep everyone informed about progress, risks, and changes.Assist senior project managers in project planning, coordination and execution
5. Analyze project performance metrics: Utilize Smartsheet reports and data analysis to evaluate project performance and identify areas for improvement.
6. Escalate issues as needed and develop mitigation plans and plans for issue resolution
7. Coach and mentor Level 1 Project Managers and other project team members: Support and guide Level 1 project managers by helping them develop their skills and knowledge.
8. Collaborate with business leaders to align projects with organizational goals: Understand the strategic objectives of the organization and ensure that projects are aligned with these goals.
9. Implement and enforce project management best practices and methodologies: Promote consistent project management practices across the PMO and ensure adherence to established standards.
10. Provide project updates to senior managers, leaders, and stakeholders.
Ability to speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

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