POSITION SUMMARY : As a Project Manager you will champion the delivery of projects that directly advance the institution’s strategic objectives, ensuring each initiative is aligned with broader organizational priorities and stakeholder expectations. BJU IT is a shared service; so, you will lead projects for Bob Jones University, Bob Jones Academy, and Bob Jones University Press. This role is responsible for managing the full project lifecycle, developing and implementing project management best practices, and supporting the organization’s strategic initiatives. In addition to your project management role, you will also assist the IT executive team with various aspects of IT finance and various other special assignments as assigned by the IT executive team.
POSITION SUMMARY : As a Project Manager you will champion the delivery of projects that directly advance the institution’s strategic objectives, ensuring each initiative is aligned with broader organizational priorities and stakeholder expectations. BJU IT is a shared service; so, you will lead projects for Bob Jones University, Bob Jones Academy, and Bob Jones University Press. This role is responsible for managing the full project lifecycle, developing and implementing project management best practices, and supporting the organization’s strategic initiatives. In addition to your project management role, you will also assist the IT executive team with various aspects of IT finance and various other special assignments as assigned by the IT executive team.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Serve as a key liaison between IT, business units, and executive leadership, translating business needs into actionable project plans and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability.
- Drive projects to successful completion by managing scope, schedule, and resources, while proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to safeguard organizational interests.
- Partner with IT leadership and finance to support budgeting, financial tracking, and forecasting, ensuring projects are delivered within financial parameters and contribute to long-term fiscal sustainability.
- Continuously refine project management methodologies, templates, and best practices by integrating lessons learned and emerging industry trends, enhancing operational excellence and organizational agility.
- Deliver concise, data-driven project updates and recommendations to executive leadership, enabling informed decision-making and optimal resource allocation.
- Take ownership of special projects and executive-sponsored initiatives, demonstrating adaptability and a results-oriented approach.
- Apply and recommend improvements to project management processes, leveraging insights from post-implementation reviews and industry best practices.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Demonstrate competence in project management theory, tools, and techniques.Demonstrate understanding of program management concepts and implementation techniques.Demonstrate understanding of IT Governance and project portfolio management concepts, processes, and business justification techniques.Demonstrate understanding of requirements gathering techniques.Demonstrate knowledge of common corporate business functions.Learn new concepts quickly, applying depth and breadth of current skills in analyzing new opportunities or problem areas.Demonstrate proficiency in project management principles, methodologies, and tools.Exhibit a solid grasp of program management practices with effective implementation skills.Apply effective requirements gathering methods to support project objectives.Possess a strong understanding of essential corporate business operations and finance.Quickly acquire new concepts and leverage existing skills to analyze emerging opportunities or challenges.Proactively identify potential risks and develop suitable mitigation strategies.Display excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Deliver impactful presentations and training sessions.Consistently demonstrate clear and effective communication in both spoken and written formats.Build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management and staff.Confidently and concisely update executive level stakeholders on project status.Work effectively in a team environment.Demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to work independently.Demonstrate ability to multi-task.Display technical and functional understanding of Microsoft Project.Certificates & Licenses : PMP Certification preferred, project leadership experience, project management certifications preferred.An applicant must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission (see https : / / www.bju.edu / about / creed-mission.php) and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc. Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support Bob Jones University’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc., (https : / / www.bju.edu / about / positions.php). Employees are to be active members of a local Bible believing church which holds orthodox theology. Applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world-class education from a biblical worldview.
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