Research Projects Manager - Civil and Environmental Engineering
University of Illinois

Research Projects Manager

Illinois Center for Transportation

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

The Grainger College of Engineering

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Position is located in Rantoul, IL

The Illinois Center for Transportation (ICT) within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at The Grainger College of Engineering seeks applicants for the position of Research Projects Manager. This individual will manage the progress and performance of Illinois Center for Transportation projects relative to the requirements of the Intergovernmental Grant Agreement with IDOT; analyze problems or shortcomings; and recommend solutions.

ICT is located on Rantoul's former Chanute Air Force Base and the future site of the 400+ acre Illinois Autonomous and Connected Track (I-ACT). I-ACT is a key component of ICT's ongoing expansion under the Smart Transportation Infrastructure Initiative (STII): leading the rapidly growing field of smart mobility. To learn more, please visit us online at ict.illinois.edu .

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage ICT's IDOT sponsored research process of over 50 active projects, including workplan and budget reviews submitted by researchers, outsourcing to industry and university partners, requests for University accounts to ensure compliance with the research objectives, and act as a liaison between IDOT Technical Advisory Groups and Technical Review Panels as needed.
• Lead Project Management team members to maintain program excellence, meet and exceed operational goals, and fulfill all requirements of the ICT grant agreement.
• Assist Assistant Director for Finance and Administration with program and/or project financial administration; including budget analyses, financial status reports, requests for subaward contracts and university accounts.
• Develop procedures and controls related to ICT financials issues and carefully monitor accounts to track income and expenditures.
• Monitor and coordinate the activities of assigned project TRPs, including participation in technical meetings and preparing and disseminating discussion summaries.
• Report program progress, including research projects, to IDOT and the Director of ICT monthly. Develop requests for proposals based on TAG recommendations and assist with creation of project work plans and budgets as needed, with input from TRPs. Assist in preparing tables, charts and progress reports for the quarterly ICT newsletter, the annual report, ICT Executive Committee meetings and other presentations. Handle a variety of sensitive and confidential assignments and projects. Travel as needed to attend meetings within the State of Illinois to perform the duties of this position.
• Lead the subaward invoice review and monthly financial statement analysis and tie-out for ICT/IDOT awards.
• Develop monthly reports for review by ICT management to evaluate project performance as well as the long- term performance of ICT individual research projects.
• Direct and maintain the implementation of project management software and develop tools to ensure accurate and consistent project data and financial reporting.
• Direct and maintain the implementation of project management software and develop tools to ensure accurate and consistent project data and financial reporting.
• Assume additional appropriate related research project coordinator duties to further the mission of the Center.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or a field related to the position
• Two (2) years of research administration work experience in higher education or within a government agency

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA degree.
• Five years of experience in research administration in either a university or government agency,
• Work experience ideally at the University of Illinois or the Illinois Department of Transportation.
• Illinois Certified Research Administrator certification.

Successful Candidates will have:

• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative, set priorities, and work independently and as a team player.
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Salary and Appointment Information

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible Civil Service Program Coordinator position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. The budgeted salary range for this position is $60,000- $75,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Work for this position will be expected to be completed at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign- ICT located Rantoul, IL on a full-time basis per the Workplace Flexibility policy. Work authorization is not available for this position.

Application Procedures and Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on September 26, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please upload your cover letter, resume, and names/contact information for three references. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Stacie Mertes at smertes@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1026603
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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