OUA Project Manager; Limited-Term

Position Summary

Individual performs project oversight leading to project success. This oversight includes comprehensive responsibility for all stages of the project from project programming to project close out. Projects may include alteration and repair projects to existing university buildings or new building construction projects located on any University of Georgia campus and could involve laboratories, athletic facilities, concert halls, classrooms, etc.

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.

Baccalaureate degree in architecture or related field. Experience in planning, design, construction and/or project management of renovation and construction projects in a college/university or similar setting.

• Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulatory agency guidelines as well as construction methods and construction administration.
• Communicate and effectively establish and maintain working relationships with university faculty and administrative personnel.
• Project Management including management of design professionals and contractors.
• Basic understanding and fluency in Microsoft Windows based operating system and Microsoft Office Suite of software.
• Foundational comprehension and proficiency to work within and between graphics and presentation-oriented software platforms that are common in the design, architecture and engineering industries, including, but not limited to Adobe Acrobat, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, and similar products.

• Sedentary desk work for computer related and administrative tasks.
• Regular on-site inspections involving walking through active construction sites.
• Travel to active construction sites which may involve some overnight stays.
• Lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Driving to perform job related duties.

The individual oversees projects, contributing to their successful completion. Projects typically include studies, design and/or construction phases. This oversight incorporates comprehensive responsibility for all stages of projects including, but not limited to, initial studies, pricing, concept preparation, programming, design, construction, and closeout/warranty.

The employee oversees planning, budgeting, scheduling, designing, and constructing of assigned projects. Projects may involve alteration and repair to existing university and/or athletic buildings or new building construction projects.

Percentage of time 55 %:
Conduct on‑site visits for meetings with the Owner, Architect, and Contractor, and oversee general project management.

Percentage of time 15 %:
Professional communication with USG Board of Regents staff, university and/or athletic department leadership and personnel, design professionals, consultants, contractors, subcontractors and material and equipment vendors.

Percentage of time 10 %:
Provide direction to the design professional and the contractor; evaluate vendor and consultant proposals and negotiate services & costs; gather/prepare other information regarding program, design, final construction documents, equipment lists and construction administration for a number of projects which are at various stages of development.

Percentage of time 15 %:
Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 5 %:
Other duties as assigned.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Scott Messer
Recruitment Contact Email: smesser
Recruitment Contact Phone: (phone number not provided)

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