The Strategic Project Management Office (SPMO) oversees university-wide initiatives aimed at improving the delivery and quality of business services. Our team provides the leadership and unique skills needed to facilitate the successful completion of strategic projects and other improvement efforts through the expert application of project management methodologies and specialized facilitation practices.
The SPMO also oversees the Operational Excellence initiative, a university-wide effort to streamline and improve administrative processes at all levels. As the public-facing owner of the initiative, the SPMO provides project sponsorship while fostering collaboration and communication.
The SPMO strives to:
- Establish standard approaches to project management, templates, communication and support.
- Foster collaboration with stakeholders to ensure clear project goals and objectives.
- Provide full and accurate visibility of project status and success metrics.
- Deliver continuous improvements and efficiencies for the betterment of campus.
- Create a community of learning and practice around the art and science of group facilitation.
What We Do
- Manage university-wide strategic initiative programs and projects that enhance business service quality
- Guide the process and facilitate communication from initial vetting, proposal development and project approval through project execution
- Provide group facilitation services that empower people to deliver change
Who We Are
Rebecca McNaught
Executive Director for Project Management and Business Service Quality
