Project Manager, Geospatial Center

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. JOB SUMMARY The Project Manager for the Geospatial Center at Saint Louis University provides comprehensive operational, administrative, and programmatic support to ensure the effective functioning of the Center’s activities and strategic initiatives. This role is responsible for managing and coordinating the Center’s calendar, meetings, and travel logistics, including scheduling complex meetings, preparing materials, documenting outcomes, and arranging travel itineraries. The Project Manager serves as a central point of coordination for leadership, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment of priorities, timely communication, and efficient execution of daily operations. This position also interacts with sponsors and stakeholders from multiple constituencies to establish project goals and objectives, identifying resource requirements and acquiring appropriate resources. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Interacts with stakeholders to define, develop, and document project goals, objectives, (skill) requirements, and deliverable outcomes based on the specific aims and/or scope of work of the project Develops project plans and associate communications documents including meeting agendas and schedules, tracks and evaluates project performance; organizes teleconferences and meetings of the stakeholders to monitor progress Serves as the single-point of contact for questions regarding project schedule, scope, or resources Manages and coordinates the Geospatial Center’s calendar, travel, including scheduling meetings, events, and other activities Leads planning, coordination, and execution of Center-related events, workshops, seminars, GeoResolution conferences, and outreach activities Supports the development and maintenance of relationships with academic, government, industry, nonprofit, and community partners Assists Center leadership in coordinating partnership meetings, collaborative activities, and follow-up communications Manages internal and external communications for the Geospatial Center, including announcements, newsletters, meeting communications, website updates, and promotional materials Performs other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Strong project management and coordination skills Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent attention to detail and follow-through Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships Capacity to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Ability…