Project Manager, Ops Deployment

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About DaVita

DaVita Integrated Kidney Care (DaVita IKC) is one of the largest end-to-end kidney care providers; we manage $5.5B+ in annualized medical spend through value-based partnerships. We provide comprehensive care and complex chronic condition management to 80k+ patients nationwide, whether they are in the early stages of kidney disease, transitioning to dialysis, seeking a kidney transplant or receiving life-sustaining dialysis.

Position Summary

DaVita Integrated Kidney Care (DaVita IKC) is seeking a Project Manager, Ops Deployment to lead the tactical execution of high-impact clinical and operational initiatives across the enterprise. This role plays a central part in bringing innovation to life by translating strategic concepts into clear, trackable project plans that support successful frontline adoption.

This individual will manage multiple concurrent and interdependent projects, maintaining clarity, structure, and progress across each. Success in this role requires advanced project management capabilities, a disciplined yet flexible approach, and a strong ability to communicate complex timelines and interdependencies in simple, actionable ways. The Project Manager will work closely with the Air Traffic Control (ATC) function to ensure that project execution aligns with the broader multi-quarter deployment roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Tactical Execution

• Develop and manage detailed project plans for multiple initiatives simultaneously, with clear milestones, owners, and timelines.

• Break down complex initiatives into structured workstreams with actionable, trackable deliverables.

• Organize and facilitate cross-functional workgroups to ensure execution aligns with strategic intent and operational readiness.

• Monitor progress, identify risks, and drive accountability through proactive tracking and intervention.

• Coordinate and sequence interdependent timelines across projects, ensuring clear visibility and minimizing operational disruption.

Deployment Planning & Communication

• Work within DaVita IKC's centralized release schedule to support coordinated deployment across the organization.

• Track initiative status, progress, and readiness with tools that are intuitive and accessible for stakeholders at all levels.

• Collaborate with ATC and other internal teams to adjust plans as needed based on shifting priorities or capacity constraints.

Process Consistency & Improvement

• Apply standardized project management frameworks and best practices to ensure repeatable, scalable execution.

• Support continuous improvement by participating in post-mortems and implementing learnings into future planning cycles.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the connective tissue between central design teams and field operators, ensuring consistent communication and aligned expectations.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or certification preferred (MBA, MHA, PMP).

• 5+ years in project or program management roles, preferably in healthcare, consulting, or complex operations environments.

• Experience managing concurrent initiatives with interrelated timelines and deliverables.

Key Skills

• Advanced project planning and execution skills, with the ability to manage complex timelines and competing priorities.

• Strong communication and facilitation skills with cross-functional teams.

• Excellent organizational judgment and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Microsoft Project).

• Ability to simplify complex interdependencies and communicate timelines clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:

• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter

• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average

• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential

• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions

• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being, and your future

• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from kidney failure and other chronic disease across the nation

What We'll Provide

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

* Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out

* Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

* Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform Star Learning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.