Top 68 Project manager Jobs in Newton, Ia

Senior Project Manager
Grinnell College —Grinnell, IA
- $100,000 - $115,000 a year
- 7 years
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
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Project Manager
Communication Innovators, Inc. —Pleasant Hill, IA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Travel
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Robinson Inc —Altoona, IA
- Engineering
- Travel
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Program Specialist
CLEAResult Consulting Inc. —Bondurant, IA
- $48,800 - $66,300 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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New Product Development Project Manager
Emerson —Marshalltown, IA
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Heavy Civil Project Manager (Midwest)
Elder Corporation —Des Moines, IA
- Construction site
- Driver's License
- Senior level
- Health insurance
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Geotechnical Project Engineer, St. George
Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc —United States
- From $100,000 a year
- PRN
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Engineering
Energy Storage - Design Phase Manager, Preconstruction
M. A. Mortenson Company —United States
- $110,700 - $166,100 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Senior Electrical Project Manager
Leapros Skilled Trades —United States
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- Construction site
- Business development
- Travel
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Construction Electrical Project Manager I - Solar
M. A. Mortenson Company —United States
- $125,600 - $188,400 a year
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Driver's License
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
ServiceNow Senior Engagement Manager - CSM and Epic/EHR Integration - Remote working USA and Canada
Platform 6 Ltd —United States
- Contract
- Remote
- 8 years
- Senior level
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Project Manager - Air Quality
SWCA Environmental Consultants —United States
- $102,047.40 - $134,152.20 a year
- Online Application
- Remote
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Project Manager/Engineer - Water Treatment
ENTACT —United States
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Project Manager- Wastewater Treatment Plant
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior Project Manager

Grinnell College -
Grinnell, IA

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Job Details

$100,000 - $115,000 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Project development phase management
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Schedule creation
Managing projects
Cross-functional team management
Project risk management
Project stakeholder communication
Cross-functional communication
Stakeholder management

Full Job Description

Grinnell College is seeking a collaborative and experienced Senior Project Manager to join the Information Technology Services Project Management Office (PMO). This highly visible position will lead complex, institution-wide technology modernization and business transformation initiatives that advance Grinnell College's strategic priorities. This opportunity allows you to partner with senior leaders, faculty and administrative offices to drive organizational change and deliver meaningful outcomes for students, faculty and staff.

The Senior Project Manager serves as a trusted partner and strategic advisor to project sponsors, campus leaders, and stakeholders across the institution, providing leadership in project planning, coordination, communication, governance, and execution.

The position will initially play a significant role in supporting the College's upcoming Higher Learning Commission accreditation review, providing an opportunity to develop a deep understanding of Grinnell's culture, governance, and institutional priorities while leading important campus-wide initiatives. Other projects may include ERP modernization, software implementations and integrations, business process improvement, and digital experience improvements for students, faculty and staff.

The Senior Project Manager will regularly engage with executive sponsors and institutional leaders to navigate complex organizational challenges, align initiatives with strategic priorities, and support informed decision-making. As a senior member of the PMO, this role will also contribute to portfolio management, governance processes, project management consultation, and the continued evolution of project management practices across the College.

The successful candidate will be energized by building relationships, navigating complex organizations, and driving meaningful organizational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Complex Projects and Key Institutional Priorities

Lead enterprise-wide initiatives involving organizational change, process improvement, technology modernization, and cross-functional collaboration in support of the academic mission and strategic priorities
Partner with project sponsors and ITS leadership regarding project priorities, resource allocation, risk mitigation and implementation approaches
Establish trust and alignment across diverse stakeholder groups to advance initiatives.
Apply project management best practices to develop project plans and schedules, and coordinate with specialists on communication, training and change management plans
Ensure projects are completed successfully and institutional outcomes are achieved

Support Cross-Functional Projects and Institutional Coordination

Build productive partnerships across academic and administrative divisions while fostering collaboration, accountability, and shared ownership of outcomes
Facilitate meetings with project teams, vendors, consultants, and stakeholders; monitor progress, identify and resolve risks and issues, and communicate status, tradeoffs, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership
Participate in working groups and non-PMO led projects as requested to advance institutional objectives

PMO Operations, Governance, and Portfolio Management

Support PMO operations, governance, and portfolio management, including regular status reporting, and consistent use of PMO methodologies, standards, and practices
Maintain project metrics, dashboards, and schedules
Contribute to strategic portfolio planning and prioritization discussions that help the College maximize institutional value and organizational capacity
Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership, governance groups, and stakeholders

Provide Project Management Consultation and Training

Serve as a mentor and thought partner for colleagues seeking to strengthen project and change management capabilities
Consult with faculty and staff on project management approaches, resources, tools, and best practices
Develop and deliver training, resources, templates, and guidance to advance project management maturity across the institution

Contribute to Continuous Improvement and Professional Development

Participate in professional development to maintain project management expertise and certification requirements
Contribute to the ongoing evolution of project and portfolio management practices in the PMO and at the College
Perform other duties as assigned

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGE

At Grinnell College, meaningful work is grounded in collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to advancing student success. Senior Project Managers lead initiatives that influence the experiences of students, faculty, and staff while helping advance systems and technology at a nationally recognized liberal arts institution.

In addition to meaningful and impactful work, we offer a generous benefits package that includes comprehensive healthcare, retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development opportunities, and educational benefits. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we strive to create an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally.

Grinnell College values diversity, equity, inclusion, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates who share these commitments and are ready to collaborate across the College to strengthen belonging, advance our mission, and contribute to the communities we serve.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
A minimum of seven years of experience managing multiple, complex, cross-functional projects using established project management methodologies and tools.
Demonstrated success leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives involving senior leaders, complex stakeholder environments, and significant organizational change.
Experience managing project schedules, risks, issues, communications, and proficiency with project management methodologies and tools.
Project management certification from an accredited provider (PMP, PMI-ACP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) or agrees to complete certification within one year.
Strong organizational, analytical, facilitation, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to build trust, facilitate discussions, navigate differing perspectives, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects and initiatives while exercising sound judgment and operating within broad institutional objectives.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, senior leaders, vendors, consultants, and external partners to achieve project objectives.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex operational or technical requirements into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in higher education or a similarly complex mission-driven organization.
Experience supporting institutional accreditation, assessment, continuous improvement, strategic planning, or quality initiatives.
Experience leading enterprise software implementations, digital transformation initiatives, business process improvement efforts, or institutional change programs.
Experience mentoring project managers or contributing to the development of project management standards and practices.
Training or certification in organizational change management methodologies (Prosci, CCMP, or similar).

Compensation: $100 - $115k annually

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Project Manager - ONSITE

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Senior Electrical Project Manager

Construction Electrical Project Manager I - Solar

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