Sr. Project Manager - Academic Affairs

About this role

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!


JOB SUMMARY

Under minimal direction, provides project management expertise in management of one or more assigned projects.


The Sr. Project Manager provides management expertise for research and academic facility initiatives across UT Southwestern. Reporting to the Director of Space Planning & Facilities – Academic Affairs, this role oversees assigned projects from planning through completion, ensuring adherence to approved budgets, schedules, and institutional standards. The position serves as a key liaison between Academic Affairs and departmental stakeholders, translating academic and research needs into executable project plans. Success in this role requires strong coordination, problem-solving, and communication skills to support strategic space planning efforts, guide departments through approved processes, and deliver timely, high-quality outcomes aligned with the Provost and Dean’s priorities.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage...