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Texas A&M University · 1 day ago

Project Manager III

College Station, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service is seeking a Project Manager III to provide coordination, mentorship, management, and technical support for Principal Investigators and Project Leads. The role involves developing efficiencies in project execution and supporting strategic planning to ensure program objectives are met effectively.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develops and implements efficiencies in project acquisition, execution, reporting, and tracking for a team of over 70 individuals

Plans, organizes, supports and manages day-to-day activities, developing and implementing procedures for the administration of multiple program areas

Assists in developing strategic plans and goals to support the program and build efficiency

Assists with the development and production of materials designed for the program

Explores, deploys, and utilizes digital tools and platforms to provide for project execution, visibility, and tracking at all levels within the NRCP

Researches, develops and writes white papers, grant applications and prepares presentations

Maintains and develops communications between partners by attending meetings and conference calls

Supports project portfolio management in line with business strategies and in accordance with project management standards. Periodically conducts meetings with stakeholders to schedule and coordinate project activities

Develops program strategic plans, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures in order to realize internal project management efficiencies

Ensures program objectives are met in a complete and timely manner

Evaluates program procedures and performance reports

Analyzes program statistics for reporting, tracking progress, and adjusting programs. Maintains program activity records and provides monthly progress reports

Provides direct support to team leads and team members primarily in an office setting as needed and described in formal project requirements and deliverables. Travel and fieldwork is also anticipated on an as needed basis

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Natural Resource ManagementStakeholder CoordinationProject ManagementStrategic PlanningBudget ManagementMultitaskingAdvanced Computer SkillsPositive Work EnvironmentCommunicationTeam Leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource Management, Planning, Logistics or closely related field with a minimum of 7 years of experience

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Advanced computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong coordination skills

Ability to make decisions without direct supervision to guide program activities to accomplish desired outcomes

Preferred

Additional degrees or specialized training in natural resource management, planning, logistics or closely related field or commensurate experience that demonstrates advanced technical and leadership abilities with a minimum of 15 years of experience in land management, conservation, planning, or logistics

Experience directing and managing strategic projects to implement vision to accomplish goals

Experience providing excellent client or stakeholder service including coordination, consultation, extension, and workshops

Experience in managing multiple projects and initiatives with a variety of stakeholders, sometimes with competing interests, on a multitude of subjects to ensure collaborative and mutually agreed outcomes

Experience in planning and documentation of management practices and treatments in a variety of settings

Experience developing and achieving strategic objectives, managing budgets, and coordinating with professional staff

Experience working with a broad range of stakeholders such as agency professionals with federal, state, or other public organizations with a conservation mission or focus

Ability to create a positive work environment that fosters creativity and productivity

In depth knowledge of legal, regulatory, planning, logistics and reporting processes utilized to provide for conservation and compliance in relation to resource and project delivery

Company

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

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