Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

About Elevate Quantum

Elevate Quantum is 501c3 non‑profit that is dedicated to dramatically accelerating the pace of innovation in quantum from the industry’s largest cluster, the Mountain West. With a consortium that includes over 120 organizations spanning Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming, Elevate Quantum is uniquely positioned to transform cutting‑edge research into world‑changing companies. Our mission is to ensure U.S. economic and strategic security and to establish leadership in the Quantum Century.

We are recognized as a Designated Tech Hub by the U.S. Department of Commerce, a testament to our role in advancing quantum technology. This designation has brought significant federal and state investments, including a $40.5 million Phase 2 award and $84 million in state incentives, aimed at scaling our operations and ensuring sustained growth and innovation in quantum technology.

Our consortium features leading names in the quantum industry such as Quantinuum, Atom Computing, Infleqtion, and Maybell Quantum. We are also partnered with market giants like Google, Microsoft, AWS, and Lockheed Martin and research powerhouses like Sandia, NIST, CU Boulder, LANL, Colorado School of Mines, and more. This mix of leading companies, research organizations, and workforce builders like Front Range Community College, Emily Griffith Technical College, NCWIT, and others, will help us ensure that we maintain rigorous attention to detail while navigating a fast‑moving and dynamic environment.

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our fast‑paced, mission‑driven team. This individual will be a critical member of Elevate Quantum’s project management team with a particular focus on supporting the successful development and launch of our Photon Integrated Circuit (PIC) fabrication and quantum packaging facilities in addition to driving successful efforts to attract and retain quantum companies in the Mountain West.

This role requires an experienced, detail‑oriented, and highly motivated individual capable of managing complex, multi‑phase projects from early strategic planning through operational launch.

• Provide day‑to‑day project management in support of the launch of Elevate Quantum’s fabrication and packaging facilities along with other special projects, ensuring alignment with grant milestones, organizational goals, and partner expectations.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including technical teams, vendors, contractors, and government partners.
• Track key implementation milestones such as:
  • Hiring timelines and onboarding for facility personnel
  • Equipment selection, procurement, and installation
  • Facility buildout and calibration
  • Pilot runs and first production
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets; proactively identify and manage risks, delays, and dependencies.
• Help drive project management for quantum business attraction efforts coordinating between EQ, state, local, academic, and private sector players. Manage overall tracking and follow through on priority site selection efforts.
• Coordinate site visits with senior personnel from top quantum companies helping drive home the vision for the Mountain West quantum ecosystem.
• Support organization‑wide reporting on tracking towards key milestones.
• Support reporting for federal grants and other funders, ensuring timely and accurate data collection and documentation.
• Contribute to the refinement of internal systems and processes needed to support a growing and evolving nonprofit in startup mode.

• 3+ years of experience in project management or operations
• Proven ability to manage large, complex projects with multiple work streams and stakeholder groups
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills; keen attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑starter with high initiative and the ability to thrive in a startup‑like, fast‑paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse partners
• Proficiency in project management tools

• Background or demonstrated interest in quantum technologies,…