University Health Network

Senior Project Manager

University Health Network$108K — $135K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Health Informatics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field; Master's preferred
  • PMP and Change Management certification preferred
  • 6-10 years of Healthcare Project and Management experience
  • Proven track record of managing large, complex projects in a public-sector setting
  • Experience integrating project and change management methodologies
  • Strong communication skills with senior management and stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze risks, recommend solutions, and present to leadership

Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple projects from start to finish with a multidisciplinary team
  • Guide a high-performing team to drive strategic initiatives
  • Facilitate change management and stakeholder communications
  • Build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
  • Monitor project progress and proactively manage risks
  • Oversee HR functions like recruitment and staff development
  • Manage program budgets with finance teams

Benefits

  • Competitive offer packages
  • Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • Close access to transit and UHN shuttle service
  • Flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for development and promotions
  • Corporate discounts on travel, restaurants, and more
Full Job Description
Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 2
New or Replacement Position: New
Sites: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: UHN Connected Care
Reports to: Director
Salary Range: $108,620 - $135,775 per annum
Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week
Shifts: Monday - Friday
Status: Permanent Full-time. Contingent on continued funding.
Closing Date: September 14, 2026

Position Summary:

The Senior Project Manager is a leader within the Connected Care portfolio, reporting to the Director, Outpatient Strategy. UHN is embarking on it's first enterprise-wide outpatient strategic action plan representing more than 300 clinic areas and this role will have a hand in shaping its direction and success. The role(s) will initially focus on Digital & Clinical delivery and adoption across UHN's outpatient environment. This work supports the broader strategic vision of advancing integrated and patient-centered care across the continuum.

The Senior Project Manager(s) will lead large-scale implementation and work closely with healthcare providers, system administrators, and interest holders across the organization and, as needed, Toronto region. They will facilitate working groups, steering committees, and advisory bodies to co-design and implement innovative models of care enabled by digital solutions.

The Senior Project Manager(s) will ensure that Connected Care initiatives are delivered effectively, sustainably, and in alignment with UHN's strategic goals and values.

Responsibilities include:
  • Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously from initiation to completion within a multi-disciplinary team, monitoring deliverables to ensure high-quality and on-budget completion.
  • Mobilize and guide a high-performing team to advance strategic initiatives within Connected Care and across UHN
  • Drive change management and stakeholder communications, maintaining a strong customer service focus across diverse internal and external groups.
  • Build and maintain relationships with project sponsors and stakeholders at all levels to support successful project and program outcomes.
  • Monitor stakeholder engagement and project progress, proactively identifying and addressing risks and issues.
  • Oversee human resource functions including recruitment, staff development, performance management, and issue resolution in collaboration with People and Culture and leadership.
  • Manage program budgets in partnership with finance teams.


Qualifications
  • Undergraduate Degree required in Health Informatics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Business or related field; Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related field is preferred
  • PMP and Change Management designation an asset
  • Minimum 6 -10 years Healthcare Project and Management experience
  • Demonstrated track record of successfully delivering large, complex projects, preferably in a public-sector environment with multiple stakeholders is preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate both project and change management methodologies effectively
  • Ability to communicate effectively with senior management from both internal and external healthcare organizations, and project stakeholders
  • Excellent ability to anticipate and analyze risks and issues, explore alternatives, develop appropriate recommendations with project team, subject matter experts and present approach to senior leadership
  • Ability to independently manage multiple projects, prioritize multiple conflicting priorities
  • Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills
  • Supervisory or managerial experience
  • Ability to perform in multiple roles which contribute to project, operational or strategic goals/initiatives
  • Strong tactical and good critical strategic thinking
  • Proven ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Strong presentation, writing, and/or training skills
  • Excellent team building skills, listening, coaching, group facilitation and conflict resolution skills
  • Proficient use of computer, software, and peripheral equipment, i.e., Windows, MS Office, MS Mail/Outlook, MS Project


Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
  • Competitive offer packages
  • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
  • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
  • A flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

About University Health Network

University Health Network (UHN) is a healthcare organization that provides patient care, research, and education services. The organization operates several hospitals and clinics in Toronto, Ontario, including Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. UHN offers a range of medical services, including cancer care, cardiovascular care, neurosciences, transplantation, and rehabilitation. The organization is affiliated with the University of Toronto and is one of Canada's largest research hospitals. UHN employs over 16,000 people and serves patients from across Canada and around the world.
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