Technical Project Manager

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: 16 days ago

Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: 02 May 2024

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00234PO24
Job Family	Operational Analysis
Job Function	Project Management
USC Market Title	Technical Project Manager
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/140495
Job Level	P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)	Technical Project Manager
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	College of Engineering and Computing
Department	CEC College of Engineering and Computing
State Pay Band	9
Approved Starting Salary	$95,954
Advertised Salary Range	$95,954 - $123,931
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, with one hour for lunch. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina	From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement	At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The Technical Project Manager is responsible for the execution of projects and contributes to business development for the McNair Center. This position serves as the marketing lead for McNair, interacts with the Department of Commerce, SCRA, and Congressional Delegations, arranges and guides tours in McNair, and contributes to road mapping future research.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field, and 4 years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. Familiarity with configuring or using advanced manufacturing or related equipment. U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, and foreign nationals eligible for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) licensure are eligible to apply and must comply with ITAR and CUI project requirements.
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field. Lean Six Stigma Greenbelt and Business Analytics certifications. Experience operating advanced manufacturing equipment in a relevant environment. Experience with project management, advanced composites manufacturing, business development and capability of working on DOD contracts.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Understanding of advanced manufacturing equipment, real time data acquisition, computing and operating equipment. Understanding the safety implications of equipment usage. Excellent analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects, to organize and prioritize tasks, make critical decisions, and to operate efficiently in a research environment with rapidly evolving and sometimes-competing needs. Familiarity with safety requirements and regulations Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken forms, using language appropriate to the technical and also to the non-technical domain. Ability to interact independently with industrial and federal/legislative entities on matters of significance Proficient with general computing skills, and use of MS Office software including MS Project. Knowledge of stakeholder needs, gathering requirements, and defining scope

Job Duties

Job Duty	COMPOSITE MATERIALS MANUFACTURING AND COORDINATION for PURCHASING of MAJOR EQUIPMENT (up to $4 million):Coordinate composite materials manufacturing and process selection. Serve as the primary point of contact for major equipment purchases and coordinate with purchasing.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	35

Job Duty	CONTRIBUTE TO BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, BUDGET MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL ANALYSIS FOR THE MCNAIR CENTER: Work with faculty, post-doctoral researchers, graduate students and undergraduate students to select and purchase equipment while offering technical guidance or advice as appropriate. Serve as business development lead at the McNair Center. Contribute to budget management and financial analysis of the McNair Center.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	35

Job Duty	PREAWARD PROPOSAL DRAFTING FOR SAM SUBMISSIONS and CONTRIBUTE TO POST AWARD OVERSIGHT:Assist researchers in the planning, design, and execution of experiments. Plan and recommend improvements to laboratory facilities and assist in preparation of budgets and proposals related to the laboratory. Assist with post award oversight of grants and contracts.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	30

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive	No
Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date	03/18/2024
Job Close Date	05/02/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	Applicants should be prepared to provide/upload: Resume/CV Contact information for at least two (2) reference providers. Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by May 2, 2024. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165675
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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