Penn State University · 6 days ago
Project Manager of Institute Operations - Cocoziello Institute
Penn State University Park
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$62K/yr - $90K/yr
1+ years expPenn State University is seeking a Project Manager of Institute Operations for the Cocoziello Institute of Real Estate Innovation. This role involves leading and supporting institute-level projects and initiatives that advance academic, research, and outreach priorities, serving as the point of contact for project planning and communication.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Interact regularly with project sponsors and stakeholders to clarify requirements, align expectations, and maintain visibility into goals, risks, and decisions
Lead the creation and maintenance of project definitions, scope statements, work breakdown structures (WBS), rough-order-of-magnitude estimates, budgets, project plans, communication plans, risk/issue logs, and detailed schedules
Conduct project management activities with resource managers and team leads to track milestones, manage dependencies, and keep focus on delivering commitments
Coordinate enterprise-wide and multi-year initiatives, ensuring alignment across units, programs, and leadership priorities; maintain integrated calendars and roadmaps
Plan and execute logistics for programs and events (space planning, vendor coordination, technology support), and support strategic operational efforts
Track and manage project budgets, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines and institutional policies; report variances and recommend corrective actions
Research, recommend, and implement project management policies, principles, and practices to manage scope, schedule, budget, issues, and risks effectively
Prepare reports and other associated documentation, including agendas, presentations, meeting minutes, status updates, dashboards, and stakeholder communications
Serve as a liaison to university offices (e.g., Finance, HR, Facilities) and external partners to support project implementation and resource coordination; disseminate appropriate information
Identify and implement process improvements; provide guidance to stakeholders on the effective use of project management tools and collaboration platforms
Provide oversight and direction to student workers or temporary team members; may contribute to hiring, onboarding, development, and performance feedback
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications: None
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hamza Jamjoom
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Kara Pytko
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