Entry-Level Public Sector Project Manager

State of Hawai'i; Hawaii; On-site; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Hawai'i Department of Transportation / Highways Division seeks a qualified professional to plan, organize, manage, implement and evaluate complex projects using established project management principles.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and about 3.5 years of progressively responsible experience in directing projects, plus a valid driver's license; responsibilities include defining goals, creating detailed plans, budgets, and timelines while coordinating with staff,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required from a four-year college or university.
• Three and one-half (3-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional experience planning, directing, managing, monitoring, and evaluating projects.
• Must possess a valid driver's license at time of appointment.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) info and general application instructions are provided in the notice.

Responsibilities

• Define project goals to determine required outcomes and deliverables.
• Analyze and create detailed project plans identifying timelines, costs, resources and risk.
• Regularly communicate with staff, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders on activities.
• Monitor progress to ensure milestones are met on time and within budget; recommend changes to improve outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Budget administration

Contract management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The State of Hawai'i Department of Transportation / Highways Division seeks a qualified professional to plan, organize, manage, implement and evaluate complex projects using established project management principles.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and about 3.5 years of progressively responsible experience in directing projects, plus a valid driver's license; responsibilities include defining goals, creating detailed plans, budgets, and timelines while coordinating with staff,