NFPA · 1 day ago
Senior Research Project Manager
The National Fire Protection Association is dedicated to reducing loss and saving lives through information and advocacy. They are seeking a Senior Research Project Manager to facilitate research projects related to fire protection systems and the energy transition, managing financials and communications while liaising with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Oversees the conduct of funded projects including the management of requests for proposals, project panel activities, sponsor communications, contractor progress and activities, and reports, to ensure successful project completion
Grant writing and management
Collaborate with external partners to identify funding opportunities
Lead the development, writing, and submission of competitive grant (federal or private) proposals to secure funding for research initiatives
Manage awarded grants, ensuring compliance with grant or sponsor requirements, including timely reporting
Develops technical and financial support for Foundation projects to meet budgetary and program objectives
Manages project financials including budgeting, confirming and monitoring sponsor contributions, and monitoring of project costs including contracts and other project costs to meet project goals
Facilitates research program planning in conjunction with Foundation planning councils, NFPA Technical Committees, and industry groups in order to document research agendas and support development of projects
Implements communications within selected program areas including industry meetings, general Foundation outreach, and internal NFPA communications to maintain the Foundation’s public presence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science
5-7 years of tangible engineering project management experience
Strong attention to detail
Strong oral and written communication skills
Preferred
Project Management cert. is a plus but must have project management experience
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive, best-in-class benefits
Company
NFPA
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is an international nonprofit organization founded in 1896.
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