Project Manager II

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5, employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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Position Information:

The Project Manager, under direction, manages day-to-day project activities including developing, implementing, tracking budgets, tracking timelines and deliverables, and providing periodic evaluations and reports for projects that are generally medium in scope.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in defining project mission and vision.
• Manages project portfolios in line with business strategies and in accordance with project management standards. Periodically conducts meetings with stakeholders to schedule and coordinate project activities.
• Coordinates project resources in conjunction with resource holders and other project managers. Manages projects that the problem and solution may be defined moderate to achieve
• Manages project quality control and assurance.
• Establishes goals for project delivery. Applies current best practices in vendor selection, contract negotiation, and project lifecycle.
• Coordinates the collection and organization of project data, invoices, and reporting in and out.
• Manages and supervises project team.
• Routinely communicates with faculty and stakeholders to increase participation in projects; routinely communicates with colleagues and AgriLife Research administration about potential R&D, commercialization and/or other investment opportunities.
• Provides input and monitors budget that usually has a minor to moderate impact on financial revenue and expenses.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects using the project management lifecycle.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
• Previous background and familiarity with agriculture industry.
• Knowledge of soil science and agronomy.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in agronomy, soil science, soil conservation, agricultural systems management, or similar discipline.
• Directly relatable experience in effective communication with a range of agricultural stakeholders.
• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Ability to foster effective partnerships with farmers, landowners, Extension educators, researchers, USDA and state agency personnel, commodity organizations, and industry partners.

Other Requirements:

• Requires working evening and weekend hours.
• Requires travel to various counties within Texas.

What You Need to Know:

Non-immigrant foreign nationals are prohibited by export control laws from performing the employment responsibilities associated with this position; sponsorship is not available.

Salary:

Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife