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  Project Director
  Duke Corporate Education  
 

The Project Director is responsible for assisting with the coordination and management of client projects.

Position Summary:

The Project Director is responsible for assisting with the coordination and management of client projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Work with Managing Director to coordinate proposal development process.

* Structure and manage the development of a project plan and budget with the Managing Director.

* Works with the Managing Director to participate in and contribute to program design.

* Manage the sourcing process and with GLRN develop faculty options for the team; work with the Managing Director to identify other potential resources needed for the project.

* Communicate with the client on a day to day basis regarding project plan/budget progress, project status and resources.

* Coordinate execution of contracts including client services contract, Statements of Work and any other exhibits and Independent Contractor Agreements when necessary.

* Track and manage against the project plan and budget. Convey budget changes/revenue projections to accounting.

* Coordinate and manage educator and external resources. Continuously convey information from client to educator and other external resources. Coordinate educators to ensure integration of material/content.

* Work with Program Manager to ensure successful delivery of program.

* Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned or required

Position Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

* Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and the web.

* Ability to work effectively independently as well as in a team.

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

* Organization, coordination and project management skills.

* Relates well to all kinds of people inside and outside of the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact.

* Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; does not show frustration when challenged.

* Strong attention to detail.

* Enjoys working in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment in which commitment to a common mission and reliance upon and support of other team members is expected and valued.

Education and Experience Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.

* A minimum of 3-5 years prior experience, including Project Management experience.

* Requires travel within and outside of the United States.

Location:
Durham NC United States

Job Category:
Education

Job Industry:
Any Industry

Experience Level:
Professional

Employee Type:
Full Time

Travel:
Up to 50%

Education Level:
MBA

Minimum Salary:

  Posted Date: 2010-07-09  
   

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