Engineering Project Manager

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About ferrumcollege

• Engineering Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Salary Range: $65,000-$78,000 Reports To: Provost Workweek: 40 hours per week
• Exempt Who We Are Ferrum College is committed to providing students with meaningful educational opportunities that prepare them for success in their chosen fields.
• Through strategic planning, institutional collaboration, and effective resource management, the College continues to advance its mission and strengthen its programs and operations.
• This position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful institutional initiatives while supporting project development, academic collaboration, and workforce-focused programs.

Responsibilities

• We’re Looking For Ferrum College is seeking a knowledgeable and results-driven Engineering Project Manager to oversee project planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation.
• This individual will support institutional initiatives, manage project resources, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
• The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership abilities, sound judgment, and a proven ability to guide complex projects from development through completion.
• Project Planning and Management Coordinate project planning, implementation, monitoring, and completion.
• Develop project timelines, establish milestones, and monitor progress toward established goals.
• Identify potential challenges, evaluate risks, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Coordinate with departments and stakeholders to ensure project activities align with institutional priorities.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular updates on progress and outcomes.
• Grant Administration and Compliance Support the administration and oversight of grant-funded projects, including Title III, Title V, and National Science Foundation (NSF) initiatives.
• Ensure project activities comply with applicable federal regulations, including EDGAR and 2 CFR Part 200.
• Monitor grant requirements, deliverables, reporting deadlines, and project outcomes.
• Coordinate the preparation of required reports and supporting documentation.
• Assist with evaluating project effectiveness and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Budget and Resource Oversight Develop and monitor project budgets to support responsible financial management.
• Track expenditures, review budget performance, and identify potential variances.
• Coordinate resource allocation to support project objectives and timelines.
• Maintain financial records and documentation in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Leadership and Collaboration Coordinate the work of project teams and grant-funded personnel as applicable.
• Communicate project goals, expectations, timelines, and updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, administrators, and external partners to advance project objectives.
• Support the integration of project activities into academic programs, curriculum development, and workforce initiatives.
• Reporting and Evaluation Monitor project performance and assess progress toward established objectives.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and project updates for institutional leadership and funding agencies.
• Identify successful practices, areas for improvement, and recommendations for future initiatives.
• Maintain organized records to support accountability, evaluation, and compliance.
• Who You Are You are an organized and strategic professional who can manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• You communicate effectively, collaborate across departments, and demonstrate the leadership needed to move complex projects forward.
• You are comfortable working with budgets, timelines, compliance requirements, and project documentation, and you approach challenges with sound judgment and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Project Manager will help advance strategic priorities, strengthen project outcomes, and support the responsible management of institutional resources.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• A doctorate in a related field or Professional Engineer (P.E.) credential is also acceptable.
• A minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible project management work.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee complex projects from initiation through completion.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, budget oversight, reporting, and resource management.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable regulations, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with project management software and standard office applications.

Preferred

• Qualifications Familiarity with federally funded programs, including Title III, Title V, or NSF initiatives.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance requirements, including EDGAR and 2 CFR Part 200.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Background in higher education, workforce development, curriculum initiatives, or institutional projects.
• Experience overseeing grant-funded budgets, preparing reports, and evaluating project outcomes.
• What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

Benefits

• Ferrum College offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative educational community while supporting initiatives that benefit students, faculty, staff, and the institution.
• Additional employment benefits and compensation details may be discussed during the hiring process.