Project Manager - UIC Science

Overview

The Project Manager will manage cradle-to-grave project support, including but not limited to developing life-of-project scope, schedule, and budget estimates; project initiations; project resource procurement and management; frequent status reporting; and project closeout upon completion.

The Project Manager will manage cradle-to-grave project support, including but not limited to developing life-of-project scope, schedule, and budget estimates; project initiations; project resource procurement and management; frequent status reporting; and project closeout upon completion. The Project Manager will support a variety of projects funded by multiple federal agencies, research institutions, military, and private companies.

• Manage Arctic-based research projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop and track budgets for proposed and approved NSF and non-NSF projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved scope, cost, and schedule, including timely reporting and change management.
• Draft statements of work and requisitions; serve as the contracting officer’s technical representative for field operations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate planning documents, including project summaries and season plans.
• Coordinate with internal teams, researchers, vendors, and community partners to ensure sufficient inventory and services for field support.
• Lead project closeouts and conduct end-of-season debriefs.
• Liaise with local communities and agencies to align on project support.
• Review research proposals and provide technical and logistical feedback.
• Respond promptly and accurately to inquiries and support requests.
• Collaborate with the UIC Science Operations team on field planning and execution.
• Support the operations team during the field season, including troubleshooting and change management.
• Provide backup project management support to other team members as needed.
• Participate in regional team meetings and contribute to collaborative planning.

• BS/BA from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with project billing, invoicing, and budget tracking.
• Advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, clients, vendors, and project stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and completing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in budgets, project documentation, procurement activities, reports, and communications.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs.
• Receives and responds to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, researchers, subcontractors, and community partners.
• Must Possess valid state Driver’s License.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Must pass criminal background check for security clearance.
• Must live in Alaska.
• Project management experience coordinating complex field logistics in remote/extreme environments.

• Master's degree in project management, business, or science
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• 5-years experience Arctic project and remote logistics management
• Experience working with federal agencies.

• Manage logistical support services for research projects primarily working in Utqiaġvik, Alaska or other rural Alaska Indigenous Communities.
• Prepare estimates of scope, schedule, and budget for research grant proposals.
• Track project resource usage and managing resource allocations to adhere to project budget requirements.
• Draft statements of work and submit requests for proposals for large procurements.
• Monitor project performance, schedules, budgets, and deliverables; identify risks and issues, communicate impacts to clients and stakeholders, and develop mitigation strategies to maintain project success.
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