Healthcare Project Manager Jobs

Healthcare project managers guide complex initiatives across hospitals, health systems, medical practices, insurers, life sciences organizations, and health technology companies. They coordinate teams, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder priorities to help projects meet operational, clinical, regulatory, and business goals. Explore vetted Healthcare Project Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Healthcare Project Managers Do

Responsibilities vary by organization and project, but commonly include defining scope and milestones, building project plans, managing budgets and risks, coordinating cross-functional teams, and communicating progress to executives and stakeholders. Projects may involve electronic health record implementations, facility expansions, process improvement, digital health launches, compliance initiatives, or care delivery transformation.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in project management, healthcare operations, or a related field, along with strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Familiarity with healthcare workflows, regulatory requirements, data and technology implementations, and methods such as Agile or Lean can be valuable. Some roles prefer or require credentials such as PMP, CAPM, or healthcare-specific certifications; requirements depend on the employer and scope of the role.

Explore Healthcare Project Manager Careers

Healthcare project management roles can offer opportunities to improve systems and services while working with clinicians, administrators, technical teams, and external partners. Browse Ladders for vetted openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence by leading strategic projects and process improvements. Leverage your expertise in project management and Lean Six Sigma to enhance business processes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading complex design projects, managing senior client relationships, and mentoring teams. Drive innovation and improve project delivery while overseeing multi-million dollar i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead IT projects from inception to deployment, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and timelines while guiding teams and stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes and mitigate risks effectively...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage and oversee the roadway/bridge design projects, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and fostering client relationships. Lead business development efforts and ensure compliance with des...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by leading complex IT initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals through effective resource management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement. Drive collaborati...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading product launches and managing cross-functional teams. Drive project success through effective communication and coordination with stakeholders, ensuring compliance with pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in advancing rural brain aging research by managing the NIH-funded RURAL MIND project, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and integrating innovative MRI technology into community he...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional IT projects that drive citywide modernization. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative technology solutions, ensuring alignment with strate...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex, cross-functional technology delivery initiatives, translating product strategy into actionable plans. Collaborate with product teams, utilize AI tools, and ensure effective communication...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Transform project management by overseeing medium to large-scale initiatives, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational processes an...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Workday implementations in Higher Education. Drive project delivery, manage stakeholders, and ensure alignment with academic and regulatory requirements while enhancing HR...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Drive capital improvement projects across a national student housing portfolio, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and minimal disruption. Lead project teams, manage scopes, and deliver high-impact r...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Optimize project delivery by leading cross-functional teams to align objectives, manage resources, and ensure successful execution of IT initiatives that drive business goals and enhance operational e...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $150K *

Lead complex enterprise-wide IT projects, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery, risk management, and adherence to timelines and budgets while enhancing organizational capabili...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to lead ICT and controls project delivery for hyperscale data centers. Manage full lifecycle from design to commissioning, ensuring seamless integration of network infrastructure and m...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $165K *

Deliver exceptional healthcare construction projects by managing complex, high-stakes environments. Oversee all phases from design to implementation, ensuring safety, compliance, and client satisfacti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project management to new heights by guiding multidisciplinary technical teams through complex product development initiatives, ensuring successful execution from concept to commercialization...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate client satisfaction by managing seamless transitions from implementation to ongoing administration, ensuring operational excellence and proactive risk management throughout the hypercare phase...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Explore a pivotal role in clinical project management, overseeing studies from initiation to closeout. Lead cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure compliance with regulations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $175K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive product development and commercialization, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Foster innovation, mentor project managers, and deliver high-quality outcomes i...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $105K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality hospice care by managing clinical operations, coordinating patient services, and mentoring staff to ensure compliance and excellence in patient care delivery...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Champion project success by leading project controls for capital projects. Leverage your expertise in cost management, scheduling, and stakeholder collaboration to drive efficiency and achieve project...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $140K *

Elevate data management strategies by leading the design and governance of enterprise data ecosystems. Drive innovation through advanced tools, ensuring data integrity and compliance while collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Champion the design and governance of enterprise data ecosystems, driving data management strategies and ensuring compliance. Lead teams in implementing advanced tools for scalable, secure data soluti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$121K - $156K *

Advance xenotransplant initiatives by managing research projects, coordinating data collection, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to support clinical trials and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Healthcare Project Manager do?question toggle

    A Healthcare Project Manager plans and coordinates initiatives for healthcare organizations, managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and communication across teams. Projects can include technology implementations, operational improvements, facility initiatives, and care delivery programs.

  • What qualifications are common for Healthcare Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for project management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and an understanding of healthcare operations. Some positions prefer a bachelor's degree, industry experience, or certifications such as PMP, but requirements vary by role.

  • What industries hire Healthcare Project Managers?question toggle

    Hospitals, health systems, medical groups, health insurers, consulting firms, life sciences companies, and healthcare technology organizations hire project managers to lead initiatives.

  • How can I find Healthcare Project Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Healthcare Project Manager openings and review listings for salary information, qualifications, and location. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.