The Queen’s University Solar Design Team (QSDT) is currently preparing a bid to compete in the US Department of Energy’s 2011 Solar Decathlon. This international competition will see 20 renowned Universities compete on the world stage to design, build, and operate the most attractive, effective, and energy efficient solar-powered house. The QSDT is seeking a Project Manager (In Training) to support the acting Project Manager as the team submits a bid to compete in the Solar Decathlon.
We are currently looking for experienced, success-driven individuals to work with our team of engineers, business students, architects, and urban planners. Ideal candidates for this position will demonstrate self-motivational skills, possess a competitive spirit, and thrive in a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational abilities, the ability to oversee a large multi-disciplinary team, and the ability to communicate effectively between industry, faculty, and student partners. The candidate must be willing to devote substantial extra-curricular hours to the project, feel confident in a leadership role, and be willing to learn new skills. The candidate must be available to work with the team up to and including the 2011/12 academic school year.
The Project Manager (In Training) will:
- Assist the project manager in coordinating the design and manufacture of a solar powered home
- Prepare project plans and timelines
- Coordinate communication between different sub-teams
- Work closely with the members of the technical team to ensure each of the team’s constituent components work in an integrated fashion
- Motivate team members
- Observe and make recommendations on the health and safety practices of the solar team
As PM (In Training) you will:
- Receive training in project management techniques used in industry such as critical path timelines, budgeting and organizing personnel
- Play a major leadership role in an integrated engineering project, learning to coordinate and optimize the team’s systems and performance
- Be provided with industry standard project management software
- Learn through guidance and supervision from senior team members and faculty
As PM (In Training) you will be granted an incredible opportunity to grow and learn in a multi-disciplinary project tackling pressing real-world problems. These experiences are not normally available in the classroom and will provide the successful candidate with unique and highly sought after skills.
Applications should include a CV as well as a transcript (Qcard is acceptable) and are due October 1, 2009 at 5PM.
Please send applications to info.qsdt@gmail.com
