IDP Project Manager - NIAR Advanced Materials Research

Responsibilities

• Ensures the timely and high-quality completion of initiatives while managing program requirements and coordinating with various stakeholders.
• Planner projects in details, manages schedules for all stakeholders and works with technical teams to ensure project deliverables are met.
• Manages and oversees applicable business management processes as they relate to projects within their portfolio to include but not limited to purchase order management and invoicing.

Requirements

• Develops project plans, creates schedules and ensures task deliverables meet expectations.
• Collaborates with project contributors to assess and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Defines and ensures resources are assigned to meet project goals.
• Maintains and communicates quality and progress metrics to department and/or staff(s).
• Recommends project budget and monitors and adjusts plan as resource requirements change.
• Addresses and resolves project issues to ensure goals remain on track.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in project management or related field.

Skills

• Experience with US Government Contracting (Grants and/or FAR Based).
• Understanding of additive manufacturing, advanced materials or composites.
• Familiarity with research methodologies and project management principles.
• Awareness of relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of budget management and funding processes.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in project management software.
• Ability to analyze data and generate reports.
• Proficiency in risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Comfortable and confident leading client meetings and regular team updates.
• Leadership qualities to motivate and guide multi-disciplinary, technical research teams.
• Attention to detail in monitoring project progress and deliverables.