Project Manager

About the role

The Project Manager will play a critical role in supporting and advancing the strategic initiatives of START Treatment and Recovery Center. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the Project Manager will be responsible for successfully planning, executing, and closing projects across various departments to implement key organizational priorities.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Cook up and execute projects with cross-functional teams to ensure effective project execution.
• Monitor project progress and adjust as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.
• Act as a liaison between project teams and senior management, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with various departments to identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and cooperation across the organization.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively address issues to minimize their impact on project timelines and objectives.
• Collaborate with department heads to allocate resources efficiently.
• Ensure Project teams have the tools and support to achieve project goals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation.
• Generate regular reports for senior management, highlighting project status, achievements, and challenges.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred but not required.
• Possessing recognized project management certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of at least 5 years in project management, focusing on successful planning, execution, and completion of projects.
• Familiarity with the healthcare sector or substance use treatment is advantageous.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to articulate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams.
• Experience leading projects from initiation to completion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address project challenges effectively.
• Experience in resource allocation and optimization to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Proven experience in identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Understanding of quality management principles and the ability to ensure project deliverables meet established standards.
• Ability to align project goals with the organization's overall strategic objectives.
• Strong collaborative skills, fostering teamwork and open communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective negotiation skills for managing project constraints and securing necessary resources.
• Proficient in project management tools and software for planning, monitoring, and reporting.
• Sound decision-making abilities, considering both short-term and long-term implications.
• Skill in addressing conflicts within the team and constructively resolving issues.
• Strong commitment to meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing best practices.
• Adherence to ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining integrity in project management practices.

Additional Requirements

• Able to work outside the traditional hours of 9:00 am to 5:00 pm upon request.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the role's responsibilities, the employee must talk and hear.
• The employee is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers to handle or feel.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Limitations & Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement START provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.