Logistics and Project Manager

$72,800 - $83,200/Yr

The College Company Of William And Mary - Williamsburg, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Williamsburg, VA

Educational Services

About the position

The Logistics and Project Manager position at William & Mary is a part-time, fixed-term role focused on overseeing the relocation of three key units to the new Robert M. Gates Hall by Spring 2026. The manager will ensure that the unique needs of the Institute for Integrative Conservation, The Global Research Institute, and the Whole of Government Center of Excellence are met during the design and build process, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adopt a strategic design plan that translates the culture and mission of three distinct units into a cohesive visual identity.
• Ensure that workplace cultural practices, research activities, and needs across three units, 15 research labs, and 90 staff are understood and communicated effectively.
• Collaborate with W&M architecture, design, and build teams to ensure timely and efficient communication.
• Lead a space planning committee to ensure the needs and preferences of each organization are reflected in the design plans.
• Represent the needs and decisions identified by the committee to other parties at William and Mary and architecture, design, and build teams.
• Attend build and design meetings for Gates Hall and prepare feedback from IIC, GRI, WGC to issues and decisions that arise.
• Coordinate and implement branding and visual design elements for IIC, GRI, and WGC in Gates Hall.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Demonstrated experience with consulting on business moves/relocations.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently with competing deadlines.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills.
• Proven ability to communicate with and present information to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and resolve issues effectively.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and business needs.

Nice-to-haves

• Public speaking experience.
• Experience supporting and advising varied levels of constituents.
• Familiarity with William & Mary departments and operational policies.
• Experience with architectural design builds for cross-functional purposes in academia.
• Experience working with university centers and leadership.
• Experience working with architectural designers.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Internet-based systems and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Participation in a supplemental savings plan for retirement.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to wellness benefits.
• Access to fitness facilities on campus.
• Access to university libraries and other resources.
• Eligibility for holiday pay, PTO, and educational assistance after one year of continuous service.