MEC-U Project Manager Coordinator

Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora – Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

250 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

220548 LLE-Laboratory for Laser Energ

Work Shift

UR – Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URG 112

Compensation Range

$70,197.00 – $105,295.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the design, procurement, and delivery of equipment to build a High-Energy Long-Pulse (HE-LP) laser system at the Matter in Extreme Conditions Upgrade project for SLAC at Stanford University.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-disciplinary team through the final design and delivery of the HE-LP laser
• Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure the project remains cost-effective.
• Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to keep the project on track.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders to manage expectations and address any project changes.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on budget, schedule, and earned value metrics, ensuring transparency and accountability for all aspects of the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in technical or scientific project management

Essential Skills

• Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects in a technical or R&D environment.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, etc.).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working on DOE413.3b project

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