Project Manager

Job Description

National Radio Astronomy Observatory

Title: Project Manager

Location: NRAO Headquarters, 520 Edgemont Rd, CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, United States of America

Requisition Number: 81

Job Family: Project Management

Pay Type: Salary

Position Description:

Position Summary

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory is an exciting and dynamic organization that is pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the universe through the construction and operation of some of the most powerful telescopes in the world. Whether you are a scientist, engineer, project manager, or simply someone who is fascinated by the cosmos, the NRAO offers a wealth of opportunities to learn, explore, and discover.

The NRAO is expanding project management excellence as exciting new projects are beginning. We are seeking a project manager to join our team who will not only contribute to observatory projects but also someone passionate about modernizing observatory processes and project controls. You will have the opportunity to combine your project management experience and your interest in improving processes with your keen interest to contribute to NRAO’s science through observatory operations and development.

What You Will be Doing:

• Successfully lead all project management tasks for assigned projects
• Expertly optimize resources among assigned projects, determine scheduling priorities, and coordinate project components for best overall outcome
• Provide written periodic progress reports to the Observatory including KPIs, milestones, and other progress metrics
• Provide periodic budget reports and forecasts
• Lead project teams through successful gate reviews
• Manage scope / budget change requests
• Effectively coordinate with all levels of project teams and stakeholders
• Increase efficiency of observatory staff to prepare proposals and manage projects within our project management framework

Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting within a research or development environment. Occasional domestic and international travel will be required.

The position will be on-site based at the NRAO Headquarters in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering, computational, or scientific field. Five or more years of work experience directly related to this project (software programming, electrical engineering, etc.) may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement
• Experience as a project manager, preferably in a scientific or engineering organization
• Demonstrated experience with core program management responsibilities: risk management, scheduling, process engineering, testing, quality and product assurance principles and applications, reporting, acquisition, budgeting

Competency Summary

• Strong interpersonal, teaming, and leadership skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Proactive work ethic and ability to work both with a team and independently
• Ability to work effectively with and build consensus among stakeholders

Total Rewards:

Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees’ overall well-being and career growth.

Compensation

AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance.

Factors which may affect starting pay may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions.

Benefits:

AUI’s benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. AUI’s retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant’s base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions.

Application Instructions:

Select the “Apply Now” button. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit https://public.nrao.edu/careers/. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to resumes@nrao.edu. PM20

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