Atlantic Vision Partners

Director, Project Management

Atlantic Vision Partners  •  Richmond, VA (Onsite)  •  10 days ago
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Job Description

ABOUT US:

Our focus is to provide our patients with the best healthcare experience through innovation, professionalism, and compassionate care. Our physicians and staff share our passion for patient-centric care and are knowledgeable, skilled, and empathetic to our patients’ needs. We continuously look for ways to improve our patient’s experience through data analytics, patient surveys, and feedback. Our commitment to patient care is also investing in our employees through ongoing continuing education and training.

The Director of Project Management (Non-Technology) is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of cross-functional, non-technology initiatives across AVPSEES. Reporting to the CFO, this role drives operational excellence by ensuring strategic projects-spanning finance, operations, compliance, and business transformation-are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to organizational priorities.

This role will also be instrumental in establishing and maturing a Project Management Office (PMO) capability, including governance, standards, and portfolio oversight. While initially operating as a senior individual contributor, the Director will lay the foundation for scalable project delivery infrastructure. The position requires strong executive presence and the ability to engage with senior leadership and, as needed, support materials and interactions for Board-level visibility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead a portfolio of enterprise-wide, non-technology projects from initiation through execution and closeout
  • Partner with the CFO and executive leadership to prioritize and align projects to strategic objectives
  • Establish and implement PMO frameworks, governance structures, and project management standards across the organization
  • Develop and manage a centralized project portfolio view, including prioritization, dependencies, and resource allocation
  • Define and track portfolio-level KPIs, including financial impact, timelines, and risk exposure
  • Build foundational PMO capabilities, including templates, reporting cadences, intake processes, and stage-gate controls
  • Serve as a senior individual contributor, directly managing high-priority and high-visibility initiatives
  • Identify risks, dependencies, and constraints; proactively implement mitigation strategies
  • Provide regular, concise reporting to executive leadership, including the CFO, on project status and outcomes
  • Prepare materials and support executive and Board-level reporting, including summaries of key initiatives, risks, and progress against strategic priorities
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration across departments including Finance, Operations, Compliance, and HR
  • Ensure effective management and communication strategies are in place for impacted stakeholders
  • Oversee resource planning and capacity management across initiatives (informally, without direct authority as needed)
  • Influence stakeholders and drive accountability in a matrixed environment without direct reporting lines
  • Continuously improve project delivery processes, tools, and methodologies to support future PMO scale

REQUIREMENTS:

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Operations, or a related field required
  • Master’s degree (MBA or related discipline) preferred
  • Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) preferred

Experience

  • 8–10 years of progressive experience in project or program management, preferably within private equity healthcare and/or complex, matrixed organizations
  • Demonstrated experience building or maturing PMO functions, frameworks, or governance models
  • Experience managing enterprise-level, cross-functional initiatives outside of IT/technology
  • Experience working closely with executive leadership, including CFO-level stakeholders
  • Exposure to Board-level reporting or executive committee materials preferred
  • Proven track record of delivering projects with measurable business impact (e.g., cost savings, process improvement, operational efficiency

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Strong understanding of project and program management methodologies and PMO best practices
  • Knowledge of portfolio management, prioritization frameworks, and governance models
  • Solid understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and cost management
  • Familiarity with organizational change management frameworks
  • Understanding of executive and Board-level reporting expectations
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Advanced planning, organization, and prioritization skills
  • Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise executive-level insights
  • Strong presentation skills, including development of materials for senior leadership and Board audiences
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, MS Project) and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to Influence without direct authority in a matrixed environment
  • Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels simultaneously
  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives under tight deadlines
  • Ability to anticipate risks and proactively drive resolution
  • Ability to lead through ambiguity and organizational change
  • Ability to build structure and processes from the ground up while delivering against immediate priorities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

  • Exerting up to twenty-five pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Have close visual acuity to perform an activity including viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, interpretation, etc.
  • Must possess the physical, mental, and cognitive skills needed to complete essential tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for comprehension, problem-solving, and timely decision-making.
  • Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods of time

COGNITIVE REQUIREMENT:

  • Executes tasks independently.
  • Learns and memorizes tasks.
  • Maintains concentration/focus on tasks.
  • Performs task in a demanding environment requiring multi-task and prioritize work.
  • Must be comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people daily.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Generous PTO allowance

Holiday Pay

Health, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401k with discretionary match

Uniform Allowance (clinic only)

Professional Development

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any characteristic protected by law.

Atlantic Vision Partners

About Atlantic Vision Partners

From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Atlantic coast, we bring Ophthalmologists and Optometrists together.

Our team is focused on developing partnerships that promote growth, stability, and the continuum of care. One way we accomplish this is through nourishing relationships between ophthalmologists and optometrists. This relationship puts the patient first, giving them a reliable and consistent experience. When you team up with us, we will listen to your needs, provide operational expertise, and share our network.

Focus on your patients, let us help manage your practice.

With the ever-changing complexities of running a successful practice, Atlantic Vision Partners will help you streamline your administrative and management processes. By implementing a proven operational infrastructure and taking a diligent approach, we can help your business run more efficiently and become more scalable. This partnership will allow you the time and energy to focus on what is most important: patient care.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Richmond, VA
Year Founded
2019
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