Project Manager

JOB SUMMARY:  

The role provides project management for sponsored programs and service line initiatives including supporting the writing and submission of funding applications and contracts along with project proposals and proformas, executing budgets, setting and meeting project timelines and deliverables with direction from Program Manager/Director and Project Sponsor/Principal Investigator (PS/PI) to fully achieve intended results. The position will interface with other MAHEC departments and external partners. The Project Manager will schedule and manage meetings, activities, events and continuing education programs relevant assigned programs and projects. The Project Manager works with the Program Manager/Director, PS/PI to establish and achieve project aim, goals, objectives and outcomes. Complete and disseminate project reports and communicate to key stakeholders and others on the project impact. The position will oversee all facets of day-to-day operations of the various projects and activities related to the project(s)/ initiatives including processing of financials.  This is a grant funded position with a position end date of July 1, 2028.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Plans, implements and monitors progress of projects throughout the life cycle. 

• Maintains detailed budgeting of projects – including personnel, invoicing and requisitions.     

• Creates detailed work plans that identify the sequence of activities needed to successfully complete projects. 

• Develops a timeline for project completion and ensures assignment of tasks and communication of deadlines. 

• Ensures the development of clear project objectives and measurement to guide evaluation of success and ongoing learning.  

• Maintains records of the project activities and lessons learned. 

• Supports communication among team members as well as across various teams.  

• Establishes a communication schedule and maintains reporting tools to update key stakeholders on the progress of the project. 

• Continually improves project management tools. 

• Develops tools for effective spread, control, evaluation and ongoing maintenance of project deliverables. 

• Participates in program evaluation and publication of departmental and client projects.  

• Supports effective follow up and communication with regional partners. 

• Prepares financial, contract deliverable, and progress repo