What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Project Manager position at ExecuSearch of Chicago?
Overview
This is an excellent opportunity to join a consulting firm driving innovation at the intersection of community, science, and equity. Our client's mission is bold: to reshape healthcare by integrating deep community insights, data-driven decision-making, and culturally intelligent strategies that unlock better outcomes for all — especially for medically underserved populations.
Our client is collaborative, mission-driven, and relentlessly curious. They value authenticity, creativity, and a deep respect for the communities they serve. They believe bold ideas paired with human-centered execution can change the lives of patients they serve.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will work with cross-functional teams, manage client relationships, and ensure projects are executed on time and within scope. But this is more than timelines and task lists — you’ll also work alongside experts in data analytics, community engagement, and clinical trial innovation to bring insight-rich strategies to life.
Strategic Focus Areas:
Clinical Trials & Diversity
Community Engagement & Health Equity
Culturally Responsive Communications
Data & Insights Analytics
Digital Innovation in Healthcare
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure high-quality execution of project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders
- Consult to refine project strategies that lead to demonstrable business impact for clients
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocations
- Serve as the primary party responsible for day-to-day project execution and tracking
- Manage project budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and adherence to financial parameters
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders
- Collaborate with data and insights teams to translate metrics into actionable project decisions
- Facilitate communication among team members, ensuring all parties are kept informed of progress and changes
- Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle
- Deliver regular updates to accountable leadership and clients, including project performance reports
- Engage with stakeholders proactively to gather insights, address concerns, and ensure alignment with their needs
Qualifications
- Bilingual in English and Spanish — required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, project management, or a related field (PMP certification a plus)
- 5 years of experience managing complex projects
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Able to operate in both a team environment and autonomously
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with or alongside data analytics teams is a plus
- Maintain excellent client relationships that lead to repeat business.
- Willingness to travel 25% – 30% domestically and internationally, as needed