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Senior General Coordinator, Project Management

Classification Information

Project Management
Project Management plans, executes, and closes projects, often managing multi-functional project teams. Typical duties include defining project goals, building comprehensive work plans, facilitating commitment and productivities, removing obstacles, managing stakeholders, and motivating team members. Projects are typically short-term with specific milestone and end dates.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 3
Senior: These positions require experience and education, act independently, and may provide some team leadership.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The Senior General Coordinator within Project Management plays a crucial role in planning, executing, and closing complex projects that support the university’s strategic initiatives. This individual contributor position requires the ability to manage multiple aspects of project development while ensuring alignment with the university’s goals. The Senior General Coordinator is responsible for defining project objectives, creating comprehensive work plans, and managing the project through its lifecycle, ensuring that all milestones are met within the established timelines. They are instrumental in identifying and overcoming challenges to keep projects on track and ensuring that resources are used efficiently. In addition to planning and execution, the Senior General Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and motivating multi-functional teams, ensuring smooth collaboration across departments. They act as the main point of contact for stakeholders and project team members, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project. By establishing project goals and timelines, the Senior General Coordinator facilitates team productivity, removes obstacles, and fosters a commitment to project success. Their ability to balance competing priorities while ensuring consistent progress is key to the success of the projects they manage. As a senior-level individual contributor, the Senior General Coordinator operates with a high degree of autonomy and expertise, bringing both experience and leadership to the role. They are expected to take initiative and act independently, providing guidance and support where needed. Though not directly responsible for managing a team, they may lead certain efforts or coordinate the work of others to ensure project deliverables are met. With a focus on process improvement and project efficiency, the Senior General Coordinator is an essential member of the project management team, contributing to the overall success of the university’s strategic initiatives.