Project Manager IV

Job Title

Project Manager IV

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Institute Of Renewable Natural Resources

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Project Manager IV under general supervision, will manage project activities including developing, implementing, tracking budgets, tracking timelines and deliverables, and providing periodic evaluations and reports for projects that are generally large in scope.

Responsibilities:

- Defines and ensures project mission and vision are met. Establishes strategic alignment and defines stakeholders through the Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute (NRI) Natural Resources Conservation & Policy Program (NRCP) in support of the Department of Defense.

- Develop natural resource solutions that are science-based, efficient and effective, proactive, and focused on multi-species, whole ecosystem conservation at a landscape scale.

- Identify, develop, and assist in applying research-based solutions to complex natural resource issues that promote simple and conflict free conservation actions.

- Manages project portfolios in line with business strategies and in accordance with project management standards. Periodically conducts meetings with stakeholders to schedule and coordinate project activities.

- Coordinates project resources in conjunction with resource holders and other project managers. Manages projects that the problem and solution are difficult and complicated to achieve.

- Manages project quality control and assurance. May have significant links to other projects.

- Establishes goals for project delivery. Apply current best practices in vendor selection, contract negotiation, and project lifecycle.

- Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progress is on schedule and within prescribed budget that usually has a significant impact on financial revenue and expenses.

- Manages and supervises project team.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Rangeland Science, Wildlife Science, or closely related field

- Nine (9) years of experience in land management and conservation implementation.

Preferred Education and Experience:

- Masters in Rangeland Science, Wildlife Science or closely related field or commensurate experience that demonstrates advanced technical and leadership abilities with a minimum of 15 years of experience in species, habitat, and conservation management.

- Experience in planning and documentation of management practices and treatments in a variety of ecosystems.

- 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.

- Education or experience in advanced literary processes, standards, and methods in relation to developing and publishing technical, professional, and popular materials for a diverse group of end users.

- 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 directing and managing strategic projects to implement vision to accomplish goals.

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

Required knowledge, skills and abilities:

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

- Evidence of strong communication and coordination skills.

- Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

- Knowledge of standard proofreading.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

- Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

- In depth knowledge of legal, regulatory, planning, and reporting processes utilized to provide for conservation and compliance in relation to natural resource management.

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