Project Manager - Operational Excellence

About the role

We are seeking a results-driven, methodical, and collaborative Project Manager to manage a complex portfolio of projects for our Operational Excellence team. This role leverages standard project management methodologies including DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma principles (Yellow Belt and Green Belt) to drive optimized performance, cost savings, efficiency, and overall return on investment across the organization.

Key Relationships

• Reports to: Director – Operational Excellence – System
• Direct reports: None
• Shift: Full time, Monday – Friday, hybrid
• Location: Indianapolis, IN

The Scope

This role manages a complex project portfolio within the Operational Excellence team, including:

• Managing projects end-to-end using standard project management methodologies, processes, and tools
• Applying DMAIC, Yellow Belt, and Green Belt frameworks to drive process improvement initiatives
• Developing detailed project plans based on customer specifications to optimize performance and achieve measurable outcomes
• Coordinating resource planning to ensure projects are staffed and executed appropriately
• Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders across a complex, matrixed organization
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings, efficiency gains, and return on investment
• Ensuring projects are delivered on scope, on schedule, and within budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or equivalent years of experience required
• 3–5 years of relevant Project Management experience required
• PMP certification preferred
• Healthcare industry experience a plus
• Experience working in a complex, matrix environment required
• Familiarity with DMAIC, Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt or Green Belt) methodologies strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Methodical & Process-Driven: You apply structured methodologies like DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma to bring order to complexity and drive measurable results
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: You manage multiple projects simultaneously without letting anything fall through the cracks
• Collaborative Team Player: You work well in a highly collaborative and supportive team culture where everyone lifts each other up
• Strong Communicator: You keep stakeholders informed, set clear expectations, and navigate cross-functional relationships with ease
• Problem Solver: You're resourceful and proactively identify obstacles early and find creative paths forward
• Self-Directed: You take ownership of your portfolio and manage your workload independently in a hybrid environment
• Results-Oriented: You're motivated by outcomes
• Healthcare Curious: You have an interest in or experience with healthcare operations and understand the unique complexity of a health system environment