Summary
This is a dual role between the U-M Electric Vehicle Center (EVC) and Economic Growth Institute (EGI). The EVC brings researchers, educators, and industry together to advance the technology and train the talent needed to realize the EV future in Michigan and beyond. The EVC builds on more than a century of U-M leadership in transportation and mobility. The EVC's strategy is supported by four strategic pillars: Technology & Innovation, Education, Workforce Development, and Facilities Expansion. These pillars are bolstered by a foundational commitment to operational Excellence and Collaboration, driven by our Core Values. These elements collectively form a robust framework for addressing the needs of our stakeholders in industry, education, government, and the public sectors. EGI leverages the University of Michigan and other public/private resources, research, technologies, and expertise to foster innovation and equitable economic growth. EGI transforms these resources into community and business assistance, support, and intervention programs. EGI leads the workforce development pillar of the EVC.


The EVC is seeking a Project Lead Manager for its Workforce Development pillar. 75% of the position will support the EVC's Workforce Development and Education pillars. This role will manage the workforce and education project initiatives and strategy that have been established for 2024 including innovative tools and training programs to address industry's needs. 25% of this role will be dedicated to the Michigan Vehicle Technology Transition Impact Project (MiVTTP) at EGI, which will provide workforce development programs to communities in Michigan to address workforce needs due to decarbonized transportation. The project supports DOE's objective of Community Engagement, Outreach, Technical Assistance, and Training in Underserved Communities. The project is sponsored through the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) on behalf of the Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO).

Who We Are
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Responsibilities*
Oversee the delivery of multiple and/or complex EVC workforce and education projects
Coordinate the activities of multiple project managers
Analyze, compare and evaluate various courses of action and make independent decisions on matters of significance free from immediate direction
Assign and coordinate resources to projects and project objectives, monitor progress, ensure adherence to quality standards, and review project deliverables and reporting
Develop project plans
Facilitate resolution of all issues to reach project goals
Define priorities, drive projects accordingly
Manage and communicate ongoing changes in tasks, goals and performance
Support proposal development opportunities for the sustainability of the pillars
Support business development to engage with industry partners
Perform as an acknowledged expert in the field of EVC related programming
Monitor pillar budgets
Manage the integration of vendor tasks
Required Qualifications*
A Master's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
A minimum of 10 years' experience in managing professional staff and program operations
Substantial experience with progressively increasing responsibilities (5+ years)
Considerable knowledge and experience in program development and management, grant management, project management, administration and finance
Ability to set priorities, exercise initiative, solve problems, adapt to changes quickly, make independent judgments, and work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; timely and consistent communication and follow-through with the leadership, the team and stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Professionalism, strong work ethic, demonstrated sense of responsibility, discretion and reliability
Ability to travel
Desired Qualifications*
Experience with managing graduate or undergraduate student researchers
Significant experience in workforce development and/or higher education particularly in the areas of industry driven training solution development
Curriculum development experience
Experience in the automotive sector particularly in electric vehicles
Experience in managing contractors & equipment installation
Experience in developing and leading strategic plans