Project Manager

Project ManagerThe University of New Mexico's Project ECHO has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our New Mexico and National Programs Team! This position will plan and manage projects for the team, with a primary focus on large, complex, federally funded grant projects (e.g., an HRSA-funded grant) and support for other initiatives across the portfolio.As a Project Manager, you will:Lead day-to-day planning and execution for an assigned multi-year, federally funded grant project of significant scale and complexity— tracking deliverables, timelines, and budget compliance, and keeping leadership and stakeholders updated on progress.Facilitate planning sessions and team meetings, set clear scope and timelines, and coordinate resource needs with program leadership.Monitor project milestones, risks and maintain a reporting cadence that meets funder and organizational requirements.Support stakeholder engagement — documenting partner activity in our CRM system and helping coordinate communication with internal teams and external partners.Review early-stage project proposals for clarity, feasibility, and alignment with organizational goals, and recommend adjustments to scope, timeline, or resources.Manage smaller projects independently from planning through implementation, in collaboration with the grants team.Help set up and launch new initiatives, ensuring a smooth handoff once they're established.Develop and maintain detailed project plans alongside senior leadership.Identify root causes of delays or resource gaps, recommend corrective actions, and adjust plans in response to shifting priorities or emerging risks.Document lessons learned and apply them to future projects.Serve as a point of contact for the team, building relationships with regional and national partner organizations and representing the team's work in meetings and workgroups as needed.May provide guidance or supervision to project staff or coordinators, depending on project needs and team structure.Project ECHO is committed to democratizing implementation of best practices in healthcare, education and other areas where first mile professionals need support. We do this by training universities, nonprofits, and dedicated individuals on facilitation skills and how to set up robust virtual communities of practice to be able to scale their own expertise and missions to the benefit of their local communities.Project ECHO prides itself on being a values-based organization and inclusive place to work. Our seven values include: Service to the Underserved, Democratization of Knowledge, Mutual Trust and Respect, Teamwork, Excellence and Accountability, Innovation and Learning and Joy of Work. We strive to find individuals who can embrace and exemplify these values.In 2023, Project ECHO was named one of Albuquerque's Top Three Best Places to Work in 2023. This award recognizes organizations of all sizes with exceptional climates, team atmospheres, benefits, and employee engagement.We work with partners all over the world and work hours outside of normal business hours may be required. We are fortunate to have access to advanced technology, which will require some teleworking.See the Position Description for additional information.Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree; at least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.Preferred Qualifications - Experience working on federally funded grants, particularly HRSA-funded programs. Experience coordinating complex multi-state or national projects. Experience with Smartsheet, Salesforce, and project reporting tools. Knowledge of HIV care, public health, healthcare education, or workforce development programs.Campus - Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NMDepartment - Project ECHO (259B)Employment Type - StaffStaff Type - Term - Full-TimeTerm End Date - 06/30/2027Status - ExemptPay - Monthly: $4,277.87 - $6,009.47Benefits Eligible - This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.ERB Statement - As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than.25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.Background Check Required - YesFor Best Consideration Date - 9/25/2026Eligible for Hiring IncentiveEligible for Remote Work - YesEligible for Remote Work Statement - This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule.Application Instructions - Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please submit a current resume and a cover letter. On the resume, include month and year of start and end dates for each job listed. Please indicate whether each job listed was full-time or part-time. If part-time, include number of hours worked per week. Instructions for cover letter: please describe how you meet the preferred qualifications in the posting. Education verification documents (transcripts, high school diploma, or GED certificate) may be required at the time of hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics.Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.