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Bob Jones University · 6 days ago

Project Manager (Special Projects)

Greenville, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Bob Jones University is seeking a Project Manager to champion the delivery of projects that advance the institution’s strategic objectives. This role involves managing the full project lifecycle, developing best practices, and supporting strategic initiatives while liaising between IT, business units, and executive leadership.

Higher Education

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Serve as a key liaison between IT, business units, and executive leadership, translating business needs into actionable project plans and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability

Drive projects to successful completion by managing scope, schedule, and resources, while proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to safeguard organizational interests

Partner with IT leadership and finance to support budgeting, financial tracking, and forecasting, ensuring projects are delivered within financial parameters and contribute to long-term fiscal sustainability

Continuously refine project management methodologies, templates, and best practices by integrating lessons learned and emerging industry trends, enhancing operational excellence and organizational agility

Deliver concise, data-driven project updates and recommendations to executive leadership, enabling informed decision-making and optimal resource allocation

Take ownership of special projects and executive-sponsored initiatives, demonstrating adaptability and a results-oriented approach

Apply and recommend improvements to project management processes, leveraging insights from post-implementation reviews and industry best practices

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualification

Program managementIT GovernanceProject managementRequirements gatheringMicrosoft ProjectMulti-taskingInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkSelf-motivationPresentation skillsAdaptability

Required

Demonstrate competence in project management theory, tools, and techniques

Demonstrate understanding of program management concepts and implementation techniques

Demonstrate understanding of IT Governance and project portfolio management concepts, processes, and business justification techniques

Demonstrate understanding of requirements gathering techniques

Demonstrate knowledge of common corporate business functions

Learn new concepts quickly, applying depth and breadth of current skills in analyzing new opportunities or problem areas

Demonstrate proficiency in project management principles, methodologies, and tools

Exhibit a solid grasp of program management practices with effective implementation skills

Apply effective requirements gathering methods to support project objectives

Possess a strong understanding of essential corporate business operations and finance

Quickly acquire new concepts and leverage existing skills to analyze emerging opportunities or challenges

Proactively identify potential risks and develop suitable mitigation strategies

Display excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Deliver impactful presentations and training sessions

Consistently demonstrate clear and effective communication in both spoken and written formats

Build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management and staff

Confidently and concisely update executive level stakeholders on project status

Work effectively in a team environment

Demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to work independently

Demonstrate ability to multi-task

Display technical and functional understanding of Microsoft Project

An applicant must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ

Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc

Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support Bob Jones University's positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc

Employees are to be active members of a local Bible believing church which holds orthodox theology

Applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world-class education from a biblical worldview

Required Education: Bachelors

Required Experience: 1-2 years related experience