Project Administrator jobs in Pennsylvania
Project Administrator coordinates project activities to ensure the project is on schedule. Provides administrative and logistical support including meeting arrangement, progress tracking, and documentation. Being a Project Administrator typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a project leader or manager. The Project Administrator works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Project Administrator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Sponsored Research Administrator
- The Mom Project
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Pittsburgh, PA
FULL_TIME
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We are home to four departments and many programs and research centers that cross disciplines. We approach scientific problems from fresh angles using creative interdisciplinary approaches while drawing on our departmental strengths in the core sciences. MCS faculty members are nationally and internationally recognized for their research in a variety of fields, including polymer science, cosmology, mathematical finance and neuroscience.
We are searching for a Senior Sponsored Research Administrator to manage both pre-award administration and expert level post award administration for the Physics Department. This is a dynamic opportunity for someone who thrives in an exciting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by providing professional level support for proposal development and submission, including but not limited to proposal and budget review, review of agency solicitations and RFPs, as well as completion of applicable representations and certifications. You will also provide post-award guidance on existing sponsored awards and coordinate reporting, effort certifications and other post award activities on an as-needed basis.
Your core responsibilities will include:
Cradle to grave submission of proposals to the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and Sponsors: prepare proposal development and ensure budgetary compliance, prepare proposal package for compliance with sponsor requirements, completion of representations and certifications, identify required protocol (e.g., human subjects, animal subjects, rDNA) and disclosure (e.g., conflict of interest) requirements and notify Compliance Administrator.
Enter proposal into Sponsor proposal package and complete routing requirements in SPARCS.
Work with PIs to coordinate and assemble proposals and also to assist PIs in the organization and assembly of complex multi-investigator proposals that may include multiple institutions.
Daily interaction with faculty, staff and researchers, federal and non-federal sponsors, finance and research representatives from subcontracting institutions, CMU’s Office of Sponsored Programs, Office of Research Integrity and Compliance, and Sponsored Projects Accounting Office, as well as finance and research administration counterpart’s campus wide.
Participate as an active and reciprocal member of the team, participating in team meetings, trainings and professional development.
Provide information and training to, principal investigators, and others:
provide information regarding potential funding agencies,
assist principal investigators to meet agency and sponsor deadlines,
provide principal investigator with any materials received from OSP, agency or industry sponsor, and any specific instruction or restrictions that pertain to the award,
provide information to compliance administrator on inclusion of humans, animals, hazardous materials, rDNA if applicable,
advise partners regarding agency or industry sponsor communication and solicitation requirements during the review, after submission, and during the award process.
Interpret regulations and guidelines for program funding (both university and agency) for multiple moderately complex grants. Assists in providing monitoring of grants and contracts to ensure expenses are being paid according to awards. Prepares renewals and reports for sponsoring agencies.
Monitor monthly accounting reports to advise faculty of status of grants, review charges for unallowable charges and removal of same and offer guidance of financial status to PI’s.
Provide faculty members with various options and scenarios that can be used in a proposal's planning or during the execution of the work (i.e. assessing labor allocation and distribution across multiple awards). Develops forecasts, and budgets for faculty members and assists in proposal creation and submission, including the preparation of proposal budgets, often with multiple subcontractors
Provide post award assistance such as ensuring audit compliance with effort reporting certifications.
Advise faculty members, and department administration, on long-term financial viability of department/center related to sponsored funding given multiple grants and contracts from various sources with differing project end dates.
Provides reporting to business manager, department head and college of proposal and award data for annual and other reporting purposes.
Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within MCS. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued proficiencies at CMU. Therefore, you will need to be able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
You should demonstrate:
Aptitude to work independently and as part of a team, in a time sensitive, high-volume work environment.
Capability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, work independently under pressure, and meet inflexible deadlines.
Appropriate sensitivity to safeguarding confidentiality.
Experience with financial transactions and reporting.
Capability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions, prioritize work, and get along with people professionally and effectively, while remaining calm and project/task oriented.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
Minimum five years of sponsored research administration or related business administration experience in an academic setting required.
Demonstrated experience effectively interpreting and applying laws, regulations and policies as they relate to sponsored programs to include federal, state, and local agency regulations/procedures, FAR, CAS, GAAP, and OMB Uniform Guidance governing research administration.
Proficiency with electronic budgeting tools, Microsoft Suite, databases, Oracle Self-Service Applications (SSA), and Core Applications (Grants Management, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable).
Requirements:
Successful background check
Additional Information:
Work Posture: This position is operating on a hybrid schedule, with an on-campus/in office presence 3 days a week.
Joining the team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits, available to all full-time employees. Experience the full spectrum of advantages, from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to enticing retirement savings programs. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, and take well-deserved breaks with generous paid time off and holidays. Rest easy knowing you're covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance.
We value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role & responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique key skills and the diverse perspectives you bring. Our dedication to encouraging an inclusive work environment means we also account for geographic differentials. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
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Project Administrator
- Carroll Engineering
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Easton, PA
PART_TIME
- This is a part-time position of 3 days per week/20 hours per week. This is a position that could potentially lead to a full-time position. Responsibilities Carroll Engineering is seeking a Project Adm...
- 2 Days Ago
Project Administrator
- Suffolk Construction
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Scranton, PA
FULL_TIME
- OverviewAbout SuffolkSuffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging it...
- 4 Days Ago
Project Administrator
- Cosm
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Chadds Ford, PA
FULL_TIME
- Cosm is a global technology company that brings experiences to life in immersive environments. We help our partners create spaces and content that blur the lines of real and virtual across three prima...
- 5 Days Ago
Project Administrator
- UniTek Global Services
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Birdsboro, PA
FULL_TIME
- CI Services, LLC is rapidly growing as we expand our field operations and support teams to keep up with market demand. We would love for you to join our team! We offer our employees Medical benefits, ...
- 8 Days Ago
Project Administrator
- DNV
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Chalfont, PA
FULL_TIME
- About UsWe are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with fa...
- 8 Days Ago
Project Administrator jobs at Popular Companies
Project Administrator/Assistant
- New England Yankee Construction
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West Haven, CT
- Job Description Job Description We are currently looking to hire a project administrator. Applicant should have experien...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project Administrative Assistant
- Ultimate Staffing
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- Project Admistrator needed for Lost Hills area for six month or more contract role. The HR Assistant will manage onboard...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project Administrative Assistant
- IES Commercial, Inc. - Commercial & Industrial Division
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Richmond, VA
- IES Commercial, Inc. - Commercial & Industrial Division, seeking full-time Project Administrative Assistant in Richmond,...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project Administrative Assistant
- Tower Pinkster
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New Albany, IN
- PROJECT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster,...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project/Administrative Assistant
- Truity Partners
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Milwaukee, WI
- Location: West Allis, Wisconsin Sector: Admin Employment Type: Permanent Job ID: 39515 Date Added: 05/30/2024 APPLY NOW ...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project Administrative Assistant
- Choate Construction
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Mount Pleasant, SC
- The Administrative Assistant will support the Construction Project Manager(s) and Assistant Project Manager(s) in word p...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project Administrative Assistant
- Tepa Companies
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San Antonio, TX
- ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES The Tepa Companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians. They ...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project Administrative Assistant
- Choate Construction Company
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Mount Pleasant, SC
- The Administrative Assistant will support the Construction Project Manager(s) and Assistant Project Manager(s) in word p...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania (/ˌpɛnsɪlˈveɪniə/ (listen) PEN-sil-VAY-nee-ə), officially the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is a state located in the northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. The Appalachian Mountains run through its middle. The Commonwealth is bordered by Delaware to the southeast, Maryland to the south, West Virginia to the southwest, Ohio to the west, Lake Erie and the Canadian province of Ontario to the northwest, New York to the north, and New Jersey to the east.
Pennsylvania is the 33rd-largest state by area, and the 6th-most populous state according to the most recent of...
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Income Estimation for Project Administrator jobs
$55,568 to $73,717
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What does a Project Administrator do?
Project Administrator in Syracuse, NY
Jerri is always striving for excellence and is known as a top-notch administrator.
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Project Administrator in Fort Wayne, IN
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Project Administrator in Cheyenne, WY
Project administrators help project managers keep teams and tasks organized.
December 05, 2019