Project Manager, Urban Innovative Campus

Job Overview A Limited‑Term, full‑time position with an anticipated duration of 36 months, with the possibility of extension based on project phases. Position Summary As Project Manager for the Urban Innovative Campus, you will serve as the primary contact, liaison, and executive‑level integrator for a multi‑year, multi‑stakeholder initiative that partners with the City of Longmont to create an innovative, urban STEAM and health‑tech campus integrated into downtown redevelopment. The role requires advanced project leadership expertise, executive‑level coordination, and a proven track record managing complex, cross‑functional projects. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary contact and project manager for all Urban Innovative Campus workstreams, ensuring alignment across academic programs, facilities, student services, IT infrastructure, marketing/communications, and data analytics. Integrate institutional strategy, financial parameters, and municipal commitments into project execution and long‑term planning. Provide regular executive‑level updates to the Core Team and President. Manage day‑to‑day project operations, including scheduling, meeting coordination, documentation, and follow‑through on action items. Direct project tracking across all workstreams; ensure timelines, milestones, and deliverables are clearly defined and completed on time and within scope. Maintain and optimize project management systems and documentation (e.g., Wrike, action logs, reporting structures) to ensure transparency, accountability, and real‑time visibility for stakeholders. Develop visual project timelines, milestone maps, and progress dashboards to communicate project status to leadership and the broader FRCC community. Coordinate activities across the Core Team (Provost, EVP/Chief Communications Officer, VP Strategy & Innovation, VP Operations, VP Finance & Administration). Support the Cross‑Functional Steering Committee and Sub‑Work Groups, ensuring clear communication, role clarity, and progress toward shared goals. Facilitate collaboration among Academic Affairs, Facilities, IT, Marketing & Communications, Foundation, Enrollment Management & Student Success, Workforce Development, and Data Science & Institutional Research. Establish clear decision‑making frameworks and governance structures. Design and coordinate stakeholder engagement strategies for internal and external audiences, including students, faculty, staff, community members, industry partners, and municipal officials. Coordinate and lead listening sessions, surveys, workshops, advisory groups, engagement forums, and transparent project updates. Synthesize stakeholder input and translate it into actionable recommendations for the Core Team. Serve as the primary liaison between FRCC teams and the Architecture team; ensure institutional, academic, operational, and student‑service priorities are integrated into design plans. Facilitate utilization studies and space planning to inform campus design and programming decisions. Work closely with Facilities Planning & Management to ensure operational feasibility, sustainability, and infrastructure alignment. Support development of the comprehensive academic program plan specific to the Boulder County Campus. Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Deans, and program leads to define academic program mix, space requirements, and workforce alignment strategies. Coordinate input from faculty, instructors, and academic deans to maintain academic integrity and program viability. Align programming with regional workforce and economic development priorities. Partner with Data Science & Institutional Research, Enrollment Management, and Finance teams to gather and synthesize enrollment projections, labor market analyses, and financial models. Support development of risk assessments, resource capacity analyses, and capital planning documentation. Coordinate business planning activities, including feasibility studies, partnership design, and alignment with state workforce priorities. Maintain centralized project documentation and data systems to support decision‑making and reporting. Required Competencies Strategic thinking: connect day‑to‑day project activities to long‑term institutional goals and community impact. Collaboration: build trust, facilitate dialogue, and coordinate action across diverse teams. Adaptability: navigate ambiguity, shifting priorities, and evolving project parameters. Problem‑solving: proactively identify challenges and develop creative solutions. Attention to detail: track deliverables, timelines, and commitments meticulously. Equity‑mindedness: commit to inclusive processes and outcomes that center student success and community benefit. Systems thinking: understand how project components interconnect. Commitment to values: demonstrate leadership and collaborative behaviors that support FRCC values; promote equity and student success. Student‑success focus: support a student‑first culture. Strategic planning: develop a vision for the future and create a culture where long‑range goals can be achieved, rooted in equity and student success. Leadership: influence others effectively and make responsible decisions. Consensus building: bring about group solidarity to achieve goals. Communication: articulate expectations clearly and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Collaboration: work with colleagues across departments to improve efficiency and effectiveness for students. Relationship building: establish positive, respectful working relationships with students, staff, and faculty. Required Education, Training & Work Experience Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Higher Education, Architecture, or a related field. 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in higher education, facilities/capital projects, urban development, or public‑private partnerships. Proven experience managing complex, multi‑stakeholder projects with cross‑functional teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences. Strong experience coordinating facilities or capital projects, including work with architects, designers, or construction teams. Advanced proficiency with project management platforms and tools (Microsoft Teams, Wrike, Asana, or equivalent). Salary $108,439 - $113,861 annually. The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum starting salary for the position and is based on education, training, experience, and the position’s scope and complexity. Benefits Front Range Community College is an E‑Verify employer. Please consult the FRCC website for comprehensive benefits information. Eligibility Requirements You must be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Work Location The position may be based at either the Boulder County Campus or the Westminster Campus and requires a strong on‑campus presence. Occasional remote work is available, and periodic travel to all three FRCC campuses will be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation