Project Manager

Mississippi State University is seeking a Project Manager in Starkville, MS. The role involves managing projects, grants, and services related to advanced manufacturing and workforce training. Responsibilities include planning and implementing projects, maintaining budgets, coordinating events, and managing financial activities. A bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience are required, along with preferred experience in manufacturing and knowledge of AS9100 certification.
Mississippi State University is hiring a Project Manager. The role involves managing a variety of tasks including projects, grants, and requests for external and internal services related to advanced manufacturing, resin infusion, and workforce training. The Project Manager will plan and implement projects in a cross-functional team environment, ensuring adherence to budgets and regulatory policies while coordinating events and managing daily financial activities.

Highlights
• Maintain and monitor project progress, plans, and schedules
• Manage daily financial activities, including budget preparation and planning
• Coordinate events such as meetings, workshops, and presentations
• Retrieve and manage grants and contracts awarded to the ACI
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with three years of relevant experience required
• Preferred experience in manufacturing and familiarity with AS9100 certification
• Ability to manage projects and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
• Compensation details follow the "Staff Compensation Structure"
• Working knowledge of contracts, grants preparation, and budget management is essential