Planning Project Manager

Description:

Position Purpose
Facilities Management is an exceptionally talented team built from a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about providing the highest levels of quality craftsmanship, customer service, and teamwork through sustainable practices and who take pride in supporting the mission of the University and Facilities Management “We Care” principle values.

The Planning Project Manager is responsible to lead and provide overall successful stewardship on a variety of multidiscipline projects, primarily (but not limited to) laboratory research projects that support the University’s academic endeavors, community needs, as well as facility and campus infrastructure operating upgrades and renewal. Significant project types will include wet and dry research laboratory renovations, infrastructures and associated specific experimental needs. Typical projects range in value from $50,000 to $10,000,000, with opportunities to manage assignments with significantly larger budgets, including complex capital project renovations and new buildings. The PPM will be required to successfully collaborate with diverse groups of users and stakeholders that have different levels of involvement and approval authority within the project delivery process and University. The PPM will communicate directly with research constituents at an early project phase to better identify and understand the feasibility and risks associated with the research project types. The PPM will selectively lead projects during the planning, design, construction, turnover and closeout phases. The PPM works closely with the Director of Planning to organize and develop programming, planning and feasibility studies, both comprehensive and focused, working with end users; Provost’s office, external consultants, and other members of the Facilities Management staff to establish the goals and objectives, and plan for the intended research and facilities needs.

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

• B.S./B.A. degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, building technology, wet and dry laboratory research or a related discipline and 8-10 years progressive project/task management experience related to new construction, as well as renovations, additions, renewal and operating upgrades for a variety of campus building types with diverse uses and functions, including administrative and departmental offices, residence and dining, athletics, as well as classrooms, laboratories and other spaces.

• In-depth knowledge and experience of industry-standard project management practices and delivery methods and the proven ability to tailor these processes to fit specific customer needs and situations in a dynamic, highly-visible project environment.

• Experience with wet and dry research laboratory environments and physical infrastructures required to support respective research needs is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain project budgets and schedules, as well as plan and manage projects to achieve deadlines and objectives. Specific experience regarding construction related contract administration and project risk management skills. Experience in the overall integration of design, engineering, construction, start-up/turnover and closeout phases of projects.

• Thorough knowledge of building codes and design practices, as well as envelop, roofs, and structural systems. Familiarity with A/V, IT, MEP, HVAC, FA/FP, lighting, security and control systems.

• Excellent interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to quickly establish and maintain a solid working relationship with a variety of customers and constituents, including senior administration and faculty, as well as technical and operations staff. Willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.

• Strong problem solving and decision making skills. Proven ability to independently and effectively manage and resolve issues, under a variety of circumstances and urgency, with insight, diplomacy and sensitivity, as well as coordinate and direct a multi-disciplined team which includes managers and peers.

• Familiarity with architectural, engineering, design, and construction best practices.

• Experience as an owner’s representative in a University setting or other large, diverse institutional setting preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write and deliver clear and effective reports and presentations to various audiences, both internal and external

• Working knowledge of standard office computer software (e.g. Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Specific experience regarding construction related contract administration and project risk management skills.

• Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community.