Project Manager, Office of the Provost

Position Purpose

The Project Manager advances the strategic and operational priorities of the Office of the Provost by managing projects, coordinating cross-functional work, and supporting effective execution across the office.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Provost for Operations and Chief Operations Officer, this position provides project management and operational support to Provost's Office leadership as assigned. The role works closely with senior leaders, campus partners, and external collaborators to move priorities forward, ensure alignment with institutional standards, and support timely, well-coordinated outcomes.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Five or more years of project or program management experience in an academic, nonprofit, or organizational setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated success in stakeholder and vendor management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills in handling sensitive and complex issues.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and project management or collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, Teams, or similar).

Preferred Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.