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Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Project Manager III, CAAT

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, Texas, United States, 78417

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Job Title

Project Manager III, CAAT

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Autonomy Research Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the‑art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE The Project Manager III, CAAT, under general direction of the Assistant Vice President and Executive Director of ARI and Associate Director for CAAT, coordinates project plans including working with consortium members, tracking schedules and deliverables, coordinating meetings, and providing periodic status reports for CAAT task order projects that are generally large in scope. Will provide support to Assistant Vice President and Executive Director, Associate Director CAAT, Associate Director of Grants, Research and Administration, and CAAT partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES Project Management 45%

Plan, coordinate, and lead periodic project meetings with stakeholders to coordinate research related activities

Develop and approve schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals for CAAT task orders

Work with internal and external partners to implement applicable contracted services

Conduct meetings with stakeholders to schedule and coordinate activities

Prepare project plans, timelines, resources, goals, and deliverables

Lead short- and long‑term strategic planning as well as monitor plan execution and performance of assigned task order

Manages project portfolios in line with business strategies and in accordance with project management standards

Other duties as assigned

Operations Support 40%

Provide data calls as appropriate to all consortium members; track as needed

Provide periodic updates to the Associate Director of GRA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on consortium member status

Act as the ARI single point of contact for all consortium Non‑Disclosure Agreement (NDA) actions, lead Office of General Counsel (OGC) coordination which remains vested with the Associate Director of GRA

Interface with TAMUS staff as appropriate to facilitate CAAT consortium coordination

Conduct periodic consortium outreach on behalf of Associate Director of CAAT with appropriate updates on upcoming meetings and public notifications

Monitor activities being performed, either directly or through assigned personnel, to ensure compliance with the approved project or test plan

Collect and integrate the results of the various project phases, providing reports as required to the AVPED for ARI and the Associate Director of CAAT

Admin & Support 15%

Coordination of CAAT consortium focus areas and interests while maintaining current database of members and working groups

Input data into project manager software

Develop and implement department guidelines and standard operating procedures

Write final formal report on projects for internal and external clients

Act as the ARI single point of contact/entry for all consortium members on consortium agreement coordination, markup, signature, and filing in close coordination with the Associate Director of GRA

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field

Seven (7) years of related experience

Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience qualification:

Master’s degree in applicable field and Five (5) years of experience

Requires occasional travel

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Evidence of persuasive communication and public speaking skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

High level of articulation and professionalism

Exceptional attention to detail

Critical thinking and proactive problem solving

Ability to take initiative and identify opportunities for improvement

Ability to work in a team environment and independently with minimal guidance

Ability to manage and prioritize tasks, resources, and time effectively

Strong organizational, leadership, and supervisory skills managing professional staff

Experience working with federal, state, and local agencies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience utilizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for scientific research

Experience setting and achieving strategic objectives

Experience coordinating and managing varied stakeholder working groups and projects

NOTE:

Required to work in Fort Worth, Texas office location.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply) From our generous

benefits package

and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE

Medical

$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

Employee and Spouse

Employee and Children

Employee and Family coverage

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES Work Life Solutions

Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits

Public Loan Forgiveness

Book scholarships

100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off

8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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