Project Development Manager | $70/hr

About this role

About The Job
Mercor
connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include
Benchmark
,
General Catalyst
,
Peter Thiel
,
Adam D'Angelo
,
Larry Summers
, and
Jack Dorsey
.


Position:
Non-IT Project Manager


Type:
Contract
Compensation:
$50–$70/hour
Location:
Remote
Role Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects by making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
• Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.

Qualifications
Must-Have

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Strong knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.

Preferred

• PMI or PMP certification.

Compensation & Legal

• Qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and re...