Project Manager, Hospital Environmental Services Research and Innovation - UChicago Medicine

​Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of the Top 100 Hospitals throughout its over 1300 healthcare service teams in 46 states. Crothall has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania since 2013 and Becker's Top 150 Places to Work since 2016. A division of Compass Group USA, we have more than 26,000 team members. Our core services include: Environmental Services, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Patient Transportation, Laundry & Linen, Facilities Management, and Ambulatory EVS. Learn more at www.Crothall.com. Salary:  $65000 - $75000 / year  Job SummaryThe Environmental Services Research, Innovation, Training and Administration Project Manager serves as a key liaison within hospital Environmental Services (EVS), Infection Control, and related research and operational initiatives. This role is responsible for managing cross-functional projects, maintaining efficient workflows, monitoring compliance with established processes, and supporting departmental innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. The Project Manager will oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of EVS–Infection Control research collaborations, including agreements, documentation, tracking systems, and performance metrics. This individual ensures seamless communication between hospital departments. Key Responsibilities:Manage several concurrent projects of varying complexity and length within the division.Develop comprehensive project plans that include requirements, scope, priorities, deliverables, schedules, budgets, resources, risk assessments, and contingency plans.Monitor project progress closely to ensure milestones are met, risks are mitigated, and deliverables align with organizational objectives.Conduct risk assessments to identify potential issues that may delay progress and develop contingency plans to ensure project continuity.Track and report progress using Smartsheet and other project management tools, maintaining full transparency with leadership and stakeholders.Hold internal members and cross-functional teams accountable for commitments, timelines, and deliverables.Serve as the primary liaison between EVS, Infection Control, Research, and administrative teams for all collaborative initiatives and research agreements.Translate technical and process-related terms into clear, actionable business language to ensure mutual understanding across stakeholders.Synthesize complex concepts into concise, accessible summaries for decision-makers.Foster effective communication, feedback loops, and documentation between departments and leadership.Create and maintain dashboards, trackers, and progress reports for leadership review and strategic planning.Analyze project data to identify trends, improvement opportunities, and potential risks.Prepare concise reports summarizing progress, findings, and recommendations for continuous improvement.Maintain project documentation, agreements, and communication logs.Assist with scheduling, minutes, and follow-up action plans from cross-departmental meetings.Ensure all relevant stakeholders have proper access and visibility within shared systems.Support special projects as assigned by department heads, Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Project management, Business, or related field.2–5 years of experience in healthcare, EVS, or operational leadership roles.Strong knowledge of regulatory standards in healthcare.Experience with cross-functional collaboration in healthcare environments.PMP Certification preferred.Advance organizational, project management and time management skills.Strong verbal and written communication across all levels of the organization.Ability to analyze data, interpret audit trends, and develop action plans.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, learning management systems, and data tracking tools.Demonstrated leadership, flexibility, and initiative in fast-paced environments.Apply to Crothall today!Crothall is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates at Crothall are offered many fantastic benefits.  MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanFlexible Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Paid Parental LeavePersonal LeaveAssociates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1480021Crothall Healthcare TANEISHA JANEA HAMILTON [[req_classification]]

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000