Project Manager, Integrated Projects

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Project Manager overseeing integrated projects for Vanderbilt University, coordinating day-to-day tasks and managing longer-term projects across divisions. Working closely with top-level leaders for effective execution.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, coordination, and execution of complex projects within higher education. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for collaborating with diverse stakeholders and ensuring project deliverables meet institutional goals.

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Project ManagementCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailHigher Education ExperienceProject Management Tools

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementMetrics DevelopmentProject TrackingComplex Project ManagementAdministrative Experience

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCollaborationJudgment and DiscretionResults-Oriented FocusAbility to Prioritize

Tools & Technologies

TrelloWrikeProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationCommunications StrategiesStakeholder EngagementInstitutional GoalsConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day projects and project details for the Partner Relations team, including ensuring that deliverables are in progress, on target and on schedule.
Planning, management and coordination of projects, from large institution-wide projects to smaller, complex, audience-specific projects.
Track ongoing projects and initiatives to regularly provide a view of the projects and tasks in progress.
As necessary, work with partners throughout the university to clarify communications and marketing needs as part of a rigorous intake process.
Help develop metrics for tracking and evaluating projects as needed.
Compile items for review by the Partner Relationship leaders and ensure that all approvals have been secured as needed; share updates on approvals with team members as needed.
Meet all deadlines to allow for ample review time for top executives.
Adhere to confidentiality and business ethics; demonstrate outstanding judgment and discretion.
Demonstrate a high level of comfort with project management tools such as Trello, Wrike or others similar.
Demonstrate understanding of the university’s mission, values, goals and priorities and an ability to ensure that all are considered in developing communications strategies.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with a wide range of audiences—including students, faculty, leadership, staff, alumni and vendors.
Efficiently and effectively manage multiple, complex and results-oriented projects with both quick turn-around requirements and long lead times.
Operate in a highly organized fashion with attention to detail on all projects.
Work outside regular business hours as needed to perform job responsibilities.
Provide overall support as needed and assigned for department priorities.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is necessary.
At least five years of related work experience is necessary.
Experience managing multiple and varied projects simultaneously to meet ambitious deadlines and achieve short- and long-term goals is necessary.
Previous administrative experience with an institution of higher education is preferred.
Proven experience managing complex projects with fast-turn requirements and high visibility outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong experience with project management tools, processes, and reporting.
Excellent communication skills, including ability to work with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail while maintaining a results-oriented focus.
Comfort in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where priorities may shift rapidly.
Understanding of higher education or large organizational communications preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development