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Project Manager
- Fairview Health Services (Minneapolis, MN)
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Job Overview
Project Manager – Transformation Office
M Health Fairview – Minneapolis, MN
Be a catalyst for change. Help shape the future of healthcare.
Fairview Health Services is seeking a **Project Manager** to join our dynamic **Transformation Office** . This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives that directly support the future of Fairview’s healthcare delivery model. If you're driven by purpose, thrive in complex environments, and enjoy bringing big ideas to life, we want to hear from you.
About the Transformation Office
The **Transformation Office** plays a pivotal role in advancing Fairview’s strategic priorities. Our mission is to drive innovation, optimize system operations, and lead enterprise-level change. We collaborate across disciplines and departments to improve efficiencies, enhance patient outcomes, and ensure Fairview’s long-term sustainability. With a commitment to strategic execution and systems thinking, our team supports enterprise-wide planning, governance, and transformation initiatives.
About Fairview
Fairview Health Services is an award-winning, nonprofit healthcare system that delivers comprehensive care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services across Minnesota. As a part of **M Health Fairview** —a partnership between the University of Minnesota, M Physicians, and Fairview Health Services—we combine the strengths of academic medicine with community-based care to improve health outcomes at every level.
Join a team of over **34,000 employees and 5,000+ providers** working together to serve patients, support communities, and transform healthcare.
Position Summary
As a **Project Manager** , you’ll lead and co-manage a portfolio of small to mid-sized projects from inception through completion. You will partner with project owners and stakeholders to define success, manage cross-functional resources, and ensure timely delivery on initiatives that are critical to Fairview’s strategic and operational goals. You’ll have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions that shape the way healthcare is delivered across the system.
Key Responsibilities
+ Lead end-to-end project planning and execution, including schedule, scope, quality, risk, and resource management.
+ Align cross-functional teams to project goals and drive progress through proactive leadership and communication.
+ Collaborate closely with project owners to ensure project objectives are met, while managing stakeholder expectations.
+ Monitor and report on key performance indicators, risks, timelines, and outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Coordinate project governance including documentation, milestone tracking, testing, implementation, and post-implementation review.
+ Serve as a trusted thought partner to senior leaders, offering data-driven insights, risk assessments, and strategy support.
+ Utilize industry best practices, healthcare innovation trends, and process improvement methodologies to guide project success.
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
+ 3–7 years of project management experience
+ Proven ability to manage ambiguity and adapt to changing environments
+ Strong problem-solving, facilitation, and organizational skills
+ Demonstrated success managing timelines, teams, budgets, and vendor relationships
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
+ Ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences, including executive leadership
Preferred Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS)
+ PMP certification strongly preferred
+ Experience in healthcare or related industry
+ Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional or enterprise-level projects
+ Expertise in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
+ Strong ability to build relationships, foster collaboration, and influence stakeholders at all levels
Why Join Fairview?
+ Contribute to mission-driven work that has a lasting impact on communities and the future of healthcare
+ Be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team where innovation is valued and encouraged
+ Work in a collaborative environment with direct access to executive leaders and strategic decision-makers
+ Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and advancement across a diverse healthcare system
Ready to lead transformative work in healthcare? Apply today and help us shape what's next.
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
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