<p>Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community- eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!</p> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>$90,000.00 - $165,750.00</p> <p>Overview</p> <p>Reporting to the Senior Director, Financial Systems and Solutions, this position offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects that modernize and enhance Yale's financial systems and data capabilities. The Project Manager will oversee multiple complex initiatives from planning through delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and in alignment with Yale's Finance strategy.</p> <ul> <li>Partner with Finance and IT leaders to define project goals, scope, timelines, and budgets. </li><li>Lead all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closure. </li><li>Manage communication with project sponsors, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure transparency and alignment. </li><li>Identify risks, issues, and dependencies, and develop strategies to keep projects on track. </li></ul> <p>Required Skills and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Thorough knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software, and equipment </li><li>Thorough knowledge of IT project management principles (e.g., Agile) and software </li><li>Well-developed analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills </li><li>Well-developed interpersonal, written, communication, presentation, and organizational skills </li><li>Proven ability to lead and manage staff </li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple/complex projects, meeting deadlines and budget </li></ul> <p>Principal Responsibilities</p> <ol> <li>Oversees the execution and implementation of detailed project plans in concert with stakeholders. 2. Manages several routine projects simultaneously and ensures that the design, testing, training, documentation and prioritization objectives are met. 3. Assists in refining and re-sequencing during the implementation and execution phases of assigned projects, as needed. 4. Works closely with business analysts, technical professionals, end users and project stake holders during the requirements, solutions design and implementation phases to develop detailed project plans for implementation. 5. Works on risk assessment, communication planning, development of performance metrics, and project entry criteria. 6. Creates detailed project plans including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful project completion. 7. Manages client expectations and provides issue/risk identification and escalation pathways. 8. May supervise the implementation team of cross-functional project and technical resources. 9. Designs, develops, and executes communication systems to ensure effective exchange of information between project stakeholders, senior management, and staff. 10. Resolves complex project issues that involve representatives from multiple organizations. 11. Complies with standard policies and procedures. 12. May supervise and train junior project managers. 13. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in a related field and five years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. </li></ol> <p>Job Posting Date</p> <p>11/26/2025</p> <p>Job Category</p> <p>Professional</p> <p>Bargaining Unit</p> <p>NON</p> <p>Compensation Grade</p> <p>Administration & Operations</p> <p>Compensation Grade Profile</p> <p>Manager; Program Leader (P6)</p> <p>Time Type</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Duration Type</p> <p>Staff</p> <p>Work Model</p> <p>Location</p> <p>150 Munson Street, New Haven, Connecticut</p> <p>Background Check Requirements</p> <p>All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.</p> <p>Health Requirements</p> <p>Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.</p> <p>Posting Disclaimer</p> <p>Salary offers are determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role's grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.</p> <p>The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. 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