Director Project Management
3 days ago
Dallas
Director of Special Projects Location: Dallas, Texas (Hybrid) We are seeking a highly strategic, execution-focused Project Manager to lead enterprise-level transformation initiatives within our healthcare client’s organization. This is a high-visibility role that partners closely with leaders across Product, Engineering, Finance, Operations, and Executive teams. This individual will act as a force multiplier, owning initiatives that materially shape product strategy, operating cadence, and long-term growth. We are looking for a driven, business-minded operator who is focused on outcomes, not just process. This is not a traditional PMO role; it requires someone who can take ownership, push through obstacles, and deliver results. What You’ll Bring • A “take the hill” mentality: proactive, decisive, and execution-driven, • Strong business acumen with a focus on outcomes over process, • Ability to lead without authority and build trust across the organization, • Comfortable operating in ambiguity and driving clarity, • Not required to have a deep technical background: many initiatives are business-focused, • Familiarity with PMP principles and SDLC (certification not required) Key Responsibilities: Program Leadership & Execution • Own end-to-end program design, planning, governance, and execution for high-impact initiatives, • Define success metrics and track progress against strategic objectives, KPIs, and milestones, • Identify risks, gaps, and dependencies; proactively remove barriers to execution, • Develop scalable templates, playbooks, and operating procedures to drive consistency and excellence, • Lead executive-level meetings, steering committees, and decision-making forums, • Deliver clear, concise executive updates, dashboards, and board-level materials, • Act as a connective tissue between Product, Engineering, Finance, and Customer teams., • Build trusted relationships and influence without authority to drive alignment and accountability, • Lead communication, training, and change management plans to ensure wide organizational adoption of new processes, • Act as an internal champion for modern product practices, raising the bar on how teams evaluate and deliver product value, • Identify resistance points and partner with leaders to drive cultural and operational change Qualifications • 5+ years of experience in SaaS program management, product strategy, product operations, business operations, or management consulting, • Proven track record leading large-scale, cross-functional transformation initiatives, • Strong understanding of SaaS product development, operating models, and organizational dynamics, • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights, • Proficiency with tools such as Excel, BI platforms, Aha!, Jira, or Salesforce, • Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and align teams without direct authority Core Competencies • Strategic Thinking & Execution: Translates high-level goals into practical, repeatable execution frameworks, • Program Leadership: Manages complex, multi-workstream initiatives from planning through delivery, • Executive Communication: Delivers clear, concise messaging tailored to senior audiences, • Cross-Functional Influence: Builds alignment across Product, Engineering, and Finance, • Change Leadership: Drives adoption of new processes and operating models with confidence Preferred Qualifications • Experience in Product Operations, Product Management, Product Strategy, or portfolio governance, • Background in high-growth, multi-product, or private equity-backed SaaS environments, • Strong relationship-building skills and ability to influence without authority, • High ownership mindset with exceptional follow-through and attention to detail, • Fast learner with intellectual curiosity and a passion for improving product practices, • Certifications in PMP, Agile, Lean, or related disciplines are a plus