Project Manager

About the Opportunity
Summary
Working up to 20 hours per week within the Project Management Office (PMO), the Part-Time Project Manager provides project management expertise and leadership for mid-size to large scale projects across the university's academic, administrative, and research functions. This flexible position is designed for experienced project management professionals with a background in higher education, with work hours varying based on the number, size, and complexity of assigned projects.

This role requires close collaboration with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, timelines, and budgets, while coordinating with teams to document, prioritize, and execute project tasks effectively. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who excels in fast-paced, dynamic environments. They bring exceptional organizational and coordination skills, can manage multiple projects concurrently, and adapt seamlessly to changing priorities with minimal supervision. This position offers the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with project sponsors, owners, and stakeholders to align project
• Build and develop the project team to ensure maximum performance by providing
• Lead projects from initiation through close out, managing the full project
• Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables in collaboration with
• Decompose complex projects into phases that prioritize outcomes, facilitate
• Track and monitor project progress, regularly reporting performance using
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and budget using formal change
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, escalating issues to
• Ensure timely, on budget, and within scope project delivery for all assigned

Required Qualifications

• Proven expertise in creating and managing project documentation, including
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated through
• In depth understanding of project management concepts, practices, and
• Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail, and the ability to
• Proficiency in project planning and tracking tools, including Smartsheet and
• Bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of three years of experience leading complex projects, in an
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.

Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit benefits/ (benefits/) for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.

Pay Rate

$40.00 - $70.00