How to Apply
Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all qualified individuals regardless of background and identity. To apply, please complete the application on the U-M Careers site. A one page cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that is directly related to this position.
Job Summary
University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) Global Center is seeking a Project Manager. The Global Center Project Manager will oversee all aspects of University of Michigan Global Center projects and related initiatives in consultation with the Peter Czajkowski, the Senior Project Manager at McMaster University (Hamilton, Ontario). You will work directly with GCTW principal investigators and the executive committee to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. You will coordinate with other researchers and the senior project manager to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible and communicated. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Note: This position is 100% onsite. This position will be a two (2) year term- limited appointment with the possibility of renewal.
Mission Statement
The School for Environment and Sustainability ( https://seas.umich.edu/ ) is a collaborative and interdisciplinary school. Our mission includes contributing to the protection of environmental resources and the achievement of a sustainable society. We accomplish this by generating and sharing knowledge, contributing to policy and engaging managers and stakeholders. The University of Michigan is a top-ranked public university with excellence in research and teaching. Ann Arbor, home to the University of Michigan, is a town known for arts, culture, parks and restaurants.
SEAS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment that respects diverse experiences, promotes generous listening and communications, and discourages and restoratively responds to acts of discrimination, harassment, or injustice. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is deeply rooted in our values for a sustainable and just society.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Responsibilities*
- Prepare and submit Annual NSF Report and other UM-SEAS specific annual reports.
- Represent the Global Center at conferences, seminars, workshops, and events.
- Actively engage with the Executive Committee and other institutional departments to strategically identify and assess various sources of funding, capacity needs, and seek support as needed.
- Facilitate the Executive Committee and develop follow ups, including any requested project plans and reports, following executive committee gatherings that support the advancement of the Strategic Plan and goals of the Global Center.
- Monitor progress on Global Center projects to help ensure they are done on time, within scope and within budget.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation for the sake of communications and website updates, reporting, and events and meetings.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience (Master's degree is a plus).
- 2-4 years of experience in project management or in roles involving similar responsibilities.
- Strong communication skills for both client-facing and internal interactions.
- Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
- Strong organizational skills and multitasking skills.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification preferred.
- Experience with project management tools and Microsoft Office software.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Salary will be determined based on experience.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.