Top 173 Project manager Jobs in Lawrence Ks

Research Project Manager
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- From $75,000 a year
- Remote
- School experience
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Manager Big Room Planning and Support
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas —Topeka, KS
- $125,600 - $157,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
12d
Sr Mgr, Proj Program Management/ONECM Communications & Organizational Readiness Lead (IC)
CVS Health —Topeka, KS
- $67,900 - $199,144 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
1d
Project Manager 1- Communications
Garmin International, Inc. —Olathe, KS
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
Project Program Management Senior Manager
CVS Health —Topeka, KS
- $67,900 - $182,549 a year
- Full-time
- HIPAA
- Bachelor's degree
- Fair chance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
20h
Telecom Project Manager
One way Wireless Construction —Basehor, KS
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Project Manager
NABHOLZ —Lenexa, KS
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Transportation Senior Project Manager-Municipal
JEO Consulting Group —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- 11+ years
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Flextime
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Project Manager - Highway
Professional Engineering Consultants —Lawrence, KS
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Engineering
- Office
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7d
Project Manager - Highway
Professional Engineering Consultants —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Engineering
- Office
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7d
Project Manager
DH Pace —Olathe, KS
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
JEO Consulting Group —Lawrence, KS
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- 6 years
- Management
- Wellness program
- Flextime
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Transportation Project Manager
JEO Consulting Group —Lawrence, KS
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- 8 years
- Mentoring
- Wellness program
- Flextime
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Project Manager - Municipal Water / Wastewater
Professional Engineering Consultants —Topeka, KS
- Writing skills
- Engineering
- Office
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7d
Transportation Project Manager
JEO Consulting Group —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- 8 years
- Mentoring
- Wellness program
- Flextime
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
JEO Consulting Group —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- 6 years
- Management
- Wellness program
- Flextime
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Project Manager
Wilkerson Crane Rental —Bonner Springs, KS
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
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6d
PROJECT MANAGER, OFFICE
Cromwell Environmental —Lawrence, KS
- From $42,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Project Manager
Hoffman & Hoffman Inc —Clearview City, KS
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- Construction site
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Project Manager, Business Analyst
Nazdar Company —Lenexa, KS
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- ERP systems
- Analysis skills
Quick Apply

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Research Project Manager

University of Kansas -
Lawrence, KS

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Job Details

From $75,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance

Qualifications

Schedule management
Managing projects

Full Job Description

Position Overview

Accessible Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Systems (ATLAS), a research center at the University of Kansas (KU), is seeking a Research Project Manager with experience managing multi-phase or multi-year projects to join the Research, Development, and Operational Project Support (RDOPS) team.

We especially seek candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

Research and development project management
Grant-funded work
Leading research staff
External partner management

The ideal candidate brings experience managing research workflows, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring timely, compliant project execution. This role requires strong project management expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain effective systems that support high-quality research.

ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students, with a focus on students with disabilities and struggling learners. ATLAS creates technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Dynamic research on skill development, assessment design, and teacher professional development informs the center’s map-based learning systems.

With a diverse portfolio of grant-funded research projects and operational alternate assessments, ATLAS is a leader in educational research and innovation. ATLAS drives progress through partnerships and collaborations with organizations that share its focus and commitment.

ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a culture in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.

Visit the ATLAS website to learn how the center improves the learning landscape for all students.

KU employees have great benefits!

176 hours of paid vacation per year
72 hours of sick leave per year
10 paid holidays
Medical and dental insurance
Retirement program
Life and disability insurance
Educational and professional development opportunities

Visit the KU benefits website for more information.

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

KU is not able to provide H-1B sponsorship for this position.

Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California, Delaware, Idaho, and Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

Job Description

70% - Implement collaborative project management through project roles including project lead and sub-project lead on ATLAS projects. Examples of work performed may include:

Leading day-to-day operations of multi-phase or multi-year research and development projects.
Leading projects or subprojects through all phases during the project lifecycle.
Facilitating project planning meetings with cross-functional teams.
Managing the project triple constraint by defining project scope, aligning resources, monitoring progress, and making data informed adjustments to ensure high-quality outcomes and timely project delivery.
Communicating with stakeholders and team members on the status of tasks and workflow.

25% - Cross-functional collaboration and process oversight. Examples of work performed may include:

Providing process oversight to processes to ensure they are functioning effectively, efficiently, and in alignment to expected quality outcomes.
Leading the systematic evaluation of processes for continuous improvement; including identifying areas for enhancement and recommending solutions.
Engaging in quality control activities to maintain high standards.
Providing support to other teams and projects as needed, contributing to cross-functional initiatives.

5% - Special projects/other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, social sciences, public health, psychology, or related field and three (3) years of related experience.
Three (3) years of work experience managing multiple, concurrent and/or complex projects using a variety of project management tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, MS Project, Teams, SharePoint) as evidenced by work history or professional training.
Strong organizational and project management skills with experience creating timelines, tracking progress, and managing multiple priorities as evidenced by application materials.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in relevant discipline.
Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP).
One (1) year of work experience with grant-funded projects.
Experience with K–12, the assessment industry, or applied research settings as evidenced by application materials.
Experience facilitating staff training and professional development initiatives as evidenced by application materials.
Experience working in a multidisciplinary, virtual, and team-based environment as evidenced by work history, professional training, or a combination of both.

Additional Candidate Instructions

A complete application consists of:

A cover letter that describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
A Resume or CV
Contact information for three (3) professional references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin Monday, June 29th and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Contact Information to Applicants

ATLAS HR
[email protected]

Advertised Salary Range

Starting at $75,000, commensurate with experience

Application Review Begins

Monday June 29, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Monday August 3, 2026

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Posting Information

Posting ID: 33081BR
Department: Achievement & Assessment Inst
Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Assignment: Hybrid
Reg/Temp: Regular
Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Review Begins: 29-Jun-2026

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