Operations Project Manager

Kamehameha Schools • Kurtistown, HI

2d • $81,500 - $111,700 • Onsite

About The Position

Kamehameha Schools, Hawaii Campus is seeking an Operations Project Manager to lead facilities modification projects from planning through completion. The role oversees the full project lifecycle, collaborates with Facilities and campus stakeholders, manages procurement and contracting processes, and ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget with proactive communication.

The position manages projects through planning and organizing, applying project management strategies to deliver within constraints of scope, cost, quality, time, and client expectations. It provides reports on project progress and outcomes and supports initiatives that advance KS' strategic goals. The work includes project planning, implementation, system assessments, analysis and business case development, solution impact analysis, rollout and transition planning, performance management, and written project deliverables.

The role builds and motivates project teams, facilitates meetings to resolve issues, aligns client expectations, communicates timelines and progress to internal and external audiences, and supports professional and peer development related to programs, projects, and organizational and technological change. Work is typically conducted in an office environment Monday through Friday during normal business hours, with travel to various locations including neighbor islands. Evening and weekend hours are often required, and work may occur in non-standard workplaces.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, Humanities, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may substitute.
• At least 3 years of project management or related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to methodically plan, execute, and control moderate- to high-risk or complex initiatives, managing scope, quality, cost, and schedule within predetermined constraints.
• Ability to manage and support leaders and staff through institutional changes associated with implemented projects.
• Ability to secure, coordinate, manage, and supervise internal and external resources, including consultants and contractors, to achieve project objectives.
• Strong ability to lead or work in groups and teams toward common goals and objectives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Consulting skills including facilitation, negotiation, and influence.
• Ability to use standard PC applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and email or calendaring.
• Ability to deliver oral and written program reports to senior management.
• Ability to make difficult decisions when necessary.
• Self-motivated and dedicated.
• Demonstrated knowledge of or skill in accountability, change effectiveness, collaboration and teamwork, communication, Hawaiian cultural commitment, and innovation.
• Ability to travel to various locations, including neighbor islands, for business.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours as required.
• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine objects; talk or hear. Occasionally stand or walk, write by hand, and lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Rarely twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above the shoulder, or grasp forcefully.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional certification through the Project Management Institute.
• Knowledge of and experience working in structured project environments.
• Experience in or familiarity with education, endowment (real estate and financial investments), or business operations such as Human Resources, Information Technology, Controller, Legal, and Communications.
• Experience working in a consulting firm or environment directly servicing and supporting clients.
• Working knowledge of building trades such as electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, or related facilities systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage project planning and tracking, including project scope, activities, delivery, budget, and reporting to support KS' strategic goals.
• Conduct project implementation, system assessments, information synthesis, business modeling, business case development, solution impact analysis, rollout and transition planning or execution, and performance management.
• Generate written analyses and reports for project completion; execute and report assigned initiatives.
• Build, lead, and motivate project teams; facilitate meetings to resolve problems and achieve successful outcomes.
• Keep project teams on task to meet deadlines.
• Align and manage client expectations.
• Communicate project timelines and progress to internal and external audiences.
• Oversee professional and peer development related to planning and delivering programs, projects, and organizational and technological change.
• Travel to various locations, including neighbor islands, to conduct business.
• Work evening and weekend hours as required to meet goals and objectives.

Benefits

• The Total Rewards Program is described as supporting employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being; further benefits information is available in the company's Benefits Summary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level