Construction Project Manager, Senior

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Location: Atlanta Campus
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

These are exciting times in the Design and Construction Services Department. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Construction Project Manager, Senior
Facilities Management Services
Facilities Design & Construction

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the overall project development and management of university functions for new construction and renovations. Plans and manages all projects within the assigned area from inception to completion. Retains external design services; coordinates internal and external architectural, engineering, and other professional resources. Ensures timely project completion; controls quality and costs; communicates with customers. Monitors campus activities for compliance with all state, federal, and municipal codes and regulations.

• Meet with University clients to determine programming needs, prepare and maintain project schedules and budget, and act as the central point of communication among the client, designer, contractor, and outside vendors.
• Coordinate with the University and senior administrators on selecting architects/engineers, direct and review the work of the selected design professional, maintain project budgets, develop bid packages, and assist in awarding the construction contract and administering construction administration.
• Work with university clients and the Board of Regents to define programs, accomplish design, and complete construction projects for capital projects and large-scale renovations.
• Review drawings and coordinate review sessions with all parties involved to ensure all criteria are met during the design development process.
• Monitor construction progress, including oversight at project meetings, and make payments to the contractor, architects, and engineers at appropriate times.
• Assist Contractor, Facilities, and Architect/Engineer in solving problems encountered during construction or everyday operations.
• Select and manage architects and engineers to provide drawings for the university that will meet the end user’s needs and meet code and university design standards and the project budget.
• Act as liaison with Renovations and Maintenance Departments as required. Actively promote unity and harmony between FDCS, Facilities Maintenance & Operations, and the Planning groups, as well as Safety and Risk Management and IS & T.
• Coordinate work assignments between these departments and other managers, administrators, and professionals.
• Assure that projects are completed on time and within budget. Track and report project progress against established metrics and goals.
• Assure that project deliverables and documentation are submitted timely, accurately, and in accordance with University policies and practices.
• Initiate and manage qualification and selection process for Design/Build, Construction Manager at Risk, and Design/Bid/Build projects.
• Plan for compliance with various project entitlements, i.e., Urban Planning, Atlanta City Hall, private ownership groups or lease build out.
• Work closely with Purchasing to place projects for bidding and assist with the bidding process and contract award. Responsible for producing RFQ/RFP & Bid…