Project Manager

Project Manager

This is a hybrid role and requires 3 days in the office in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities or direct people management responsibilities.

The Project Manager is responsible for planning and carrying out multiple projects while considering contingencies and alternatives. While working closely with the program and project management team, this role provides leadership and/or support for each step of full-cycle project management. This role reports to a PMO.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage collaborative projects that meet technology and business needs of NCMS customers.
• Guide the development of project concept paper, statement of work, work breakdown structure, budget, schedule, deliverables, roles and responsibilities, and subcontractor and consultant selection and management.
• Complete final reporting and outreach as required.
• Provide daily management of each project by developing and maintaining all project communications, records, and files.
• Assure proper audit material maintained and available.
• Maintain open and frequent communication with the assigned Director as well as all NCMS departments.
• Strictly adhere to all rules and regulations as determined by the government, NCMS customers, and NCMS best practices.
• Proactively promote NCMS and its mission by developing relationships with industry, government, academia, and professional associations.
• Participate in technical seminars, workshops, and trade shows as necessary.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain a government security clearance.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless legally exempt.
• Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule; three days in office & two days home.
• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of two years working in R&D Project Management.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, advanced technology, or mechanical maintenance environment.
• Demonstrated competency in communication, contributing to team success, initiating action, and persuasiveness.
• Demonstrated customer focus and continuous learning.
• Demonstrated ability to perform administrative duties and to use basic office equipment and applications.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer.

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include checks for criminal history, driving records, financial history, and education verification, as permitted by law.

NCMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER