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IT Project Manager Senior/UKHC

UK HealthCare, Lexington, KY, United States


Job Title
IT Project Manager Senior/UKHC

Posting Details

Requisition Number: RE53824

Working Title: IT Project Manager Senior

Department Name: H3997:EVPHA Information Technology

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 13

Salary Range: $71,323-131,685/year

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: BA

Required Related Experience: 7 years

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Shift: Monday‑Friday 8am – 5pm, occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays

Hybrid Work: Yes

Travel: Occasional (may require travel in or around Lexington)

Job Summary
UK HealthCare (UKHC) seeks an experienced and certified IT Project Manager to serve in a senior‑level role within the Project & Portfolio Management Office (PMO). This position is accountable for the efficient delivery of professional IT project services in support of the UK HealthCare Enterprise and its strategic business objectives. The IT Project Manager Senior will lead complex, enterprise‑wide initiatives requiring frequent collaboration with senior UKHC leadership, clinical and operational stakeholders, and cross‑functional teams. Operating within a highly matrixed environment, this role demands strong interpersonal, influencing, and leadership skills, along with the ability to guide large, multidisciplinary teams through a wide range of concurrent work assignments.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.

Ensure adherence to established UKHC ITS PMO methodologies.

Align project outcomes with enterprise strategy.

Mentor stakeholders and team members in project management principles and tools.

Support development of business cases.

Provide clear, concise project briefings, updates, and status reports suitable for senior leadership review.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Effective operation within a matrixed organization.

Ability to lead and direct others toward goal setting and attainment while managing scope and timelines.

Strong analytical and qualitative research experience.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Organized and self‑directed in a supportive team environment.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Above‑average customer service skills.

Strong ability to engage and motivate others.

Active listening skills.

Thorough understanding of resource and employee management.

Supervisory Responsibilities
No

Preferred Education & Experience

PMP Certification.

Bachelor’s degree.

5‑7 years of healthcare organizational experience.

Physical Requirements
Occasional standing or walking with objects (10‑25 lbs); intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods; occasional exposure to loud noises; occasional job‑related travel ( EEO Statement
The University follows all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources, including a national background check and/or drug screen.

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