IT Project Manager Technical

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The IT Technical Project Manager is responsible for simultaneously executing multiple technical projects across a wide range of customer groups and project types as part of the Digital Technology Services (DTS) Project Management Office (PMO) across the Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) network. Utilizing technical knowledge in areas such as networking, hardware, and servers along with the understanding of general clinician workflows, assesses business and technical requirements of projects and coordinates across multiple DTS teams to develop and deliver the solution ensuring that HMH standards are followed or introducing new technologies when appropriate.

Responsible for the planning, oversight, and documentation of all aspects of the project lifecycle. Will work closely with leadership to make sure that the scope and direction of each project is on schedule, as well as other departments and the project team for support. Advises leadership on technology solutions to meet business requirements including new and emerging technologies. Serves as a mentor to other Project Managers, Team Leaders, and Resource Managers.

Accountable to Program and/or Portfolio Manager(s) for project statuses for relevant customer group(s).

This position can and will require being fully onsite at any Hackensack Meridian Health location as needed.

• Lead and manage end-to-end technical projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DTS, clinical, and administrative departments, to define the technical project scope, objectives, and deliverables; involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring alignment and technical feasibility.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, technical system specifications, timelines, and budgets, and communicate project status to stakeholders regularly.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing issues to keep projects on track.
• Work closely with Facilities Engineering, external contractors, and internal technical teams to ensure alignment of hardware and software technology options with project goals and effective utilization of resources.
• Manage implementation of the design, support, audit, and management of applicable infrastructure.
• Participate in planning meetings with vendors and key stakeholders to understand and respond to infrastructure impact.
• Evaluate project outcomes against established goals, seeking continuous improvement in project management processes.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of projects to be completed on time, within budget, and within scope.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification/change management techniques.
• Successfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders and communicate effectively to management and team members.
• Schedule and supervise the task execution of engineers and technicians assigned to the projects.
• Perform risk and issue management to minimize project risks and issues.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Create technical diagrams, hardware and software specifications, and process flows.
• Adhere to Project Management Office methodology including all gates associated with typical software development life cycles, including measuring benefits realization during project closure.
• Keep informed of technical and management advances in IT, Digital Technology, and PMO, including industry best practices.
• Willing to work hours as dictated by project…