Program Manager 2 - Electrical Engineering

University of Houston

$80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of program management experience in an educational or similar setting.
  • Strong project management skills with a focus on grant-related activities.
  • Excellent task management abilities, particularly in coordinating multiple projects.
  • Proficient in using software applications for program development and management.
  • Relevant degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Direct program activities to align with mission and objectives.
  • Plan, develop, and administer strategies to meet program goals.
  • Oversee daily operations and manage program staff effectively.
  • Prepare and monitor the annual budget to ensure compliance with allocations.
  • Review reports and adjust methodologies to meet program targets.
  • Analyze program trends to adapt strategies as needed.
  • Manage grant administration, including communication and logistics.

Benefits

  • Access to professional development opportunities.
  • Participation in ongoing training and learning programs.
  • Collaboration with leading experts in the field of electrical engineering.
  • Networking opportunities with academia and industry partners.
Full Job Description
Department: Electrical Engineering Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education
Description:

Directs an ongoing university program to ensure that prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with its mission and/or specified objectives. Prepares short- and long-term goals and objectives.

1. Plans, develops and administers methods, strategies and procedures for meeting program objectives; directs and oversees the daily activities of staff members.
2. Prepares and monitors the annual budget and ensures that expenditures are within budget allocation.
3. Directs and coordinates personally, or through subordinate personnel, activities concerned with carrying out the objectives of the program.
4. Directs the preparation of and reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified program objectives; modifies or changes methodology as required to redirect activities and attains objectives.
5. Analyzes trends within program areas, maintaining expert awareness of program information and change needs.
6. Formulates, implements, and maintains appropriate policies and procedures concerning program administration.
7. Manages and administers grant for program, including meetings, communication coordination, scholarships and other operations.
8. May prepare or participate in the preparation of proposals to obtain grants from state and federal agencies, and private foundation sponsors.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Seeking experienced Program Manager that will manage the ongoing grant-related activities of a medium to large university program. Ideal candidate will have experience and background in project management, using software applications, and excellent task-management skills.

Experience will be considered in lieu of education.

Education will be considered in lieu of experience.

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

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