Project Manager-Associate (Research & Innovation)

• Leads the implementation of projects; coordinates the activities of a project team, identifies appropriate resources, and develops schedules to ensure timely completion of the project.
• Partners with project sponsors, senior leaders, and key stakeholders to determine project goals and priorities.
• Manages project expectations with stakeholders, sponsors and others as appropriate; advises on project progress, potential issues, obstacles, risk, conflicts or challenges.
• Provides project status updates to Senior Project Manager and/or Functional Area Manager as required.
• Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or project resource additions to ensure quality standards are met for all project deliverables.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Experience and knowledge of standardized project management tools and methodologies.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant project management software and all Microsoft Office business supporting applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively on projects or in work group and improve workflows.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field is required.

Experience:

• Five(5) years of related experience is required.