Project Manager, Leadership Strategies

The Leadership Strategies practice area at Credo – A Carnegie Company, seeks a Project Manager to work closely with our team on client projects and contribute at multiple stages of projects. This new team member primarily coordinates and delivers products and services that include strategic planning, academic efficiency, administrative efficiency, institutional priorities, executive coaching, board development, and other executive-level strategic needs for our college and university clients. 

The Project Manager plays a vital role in cultivating client relationships and guiding project development with optimal execution. This role requires an individual who possesses exceptional skills in relationship management, project and logistics coordination, and resource management and allocation, allowing them to apply promising practices and replicable solutions in the Leadership Strategies practice area.

This higher education generalist relentlessly focuses on what is best for our clients, has initiative, is a lifelong learner, is comfortable with radical candor, and is driven by difficult work to solve complex problems. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide lead logistical and administrative coordination for project travel.
• Schedule internal and external meetings related to projects.
• Manage resources and ensure timely execution of internal and client-facing materials, meetings, and project activities.
• Work with clients to translate their needs into action, anticipate challenges, and implement solutions that drive successful outcomes.
• Keep team members current and accountable on multiple projects.
• Manage comprehensive projects that transcend the Leadership Strategies practice area.
• Initiate and manage the improvement of current products and services or discover new offerings.
• Anticipate client needs and employ solutions to promote successful project relationships and outcomes.
• Assist with the implementation phase of strategic planning; manage strategic planning software, train clients on various tracking tools, and otherwise support clients during implementation.
• Manage and support affiliate (contractual/project-based) consultants in relation to specific projects.

Qualifications:

• Solid organizational skills with extraordinary attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
• Liberty and desire to travel on average 30 percent. Proximity to an airport is necessary for this position.
• Strong work ethic.
• Proficient in technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs Editors, and/or other cloud-based platforms.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously in a high-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage situations under pressure, adapt to new environments and people, and meet tight deadlines.
• An unwavering commitment to fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment.
• Must be able to work at a computer for prolonged periods.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree preferred (field open).
• No less than 3 years of experience in education required.

You Should Join Us!

We’re a fast-growing and innovative company, set apart by our incredible people. We’re a supportive, fun-loving group with diverse interests and talents. In addition to getting to work with fantastic people and do work you love, here are some items you can list in your “pros” column:

• Private health/dental/vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous holiday and PTO package
• Flexible work environment (remote, in-office, and hybrid roles)
• Half-day summer Fridays
• Fun company events and laid-back culture
• Opportunities for advancement
• Industry exposure and professional development
• Growing company with a family feel
• Entrepreneurial approach and spirit

About Carnegie

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