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Project Manager

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Position Title:

Project Manager

Location:

Boone, NC
Faculty Rank:
No
Provide Rank Position Number: 091901
Department:
Facilities Operations – Planning, Design and Construction – 410400

Primary Purpose of Department: Design and Construction oversees and executes capital improvement projects.

Primary Purpose of Position: Oversee all aspects of assigned projects to include project planning, project/program approvals, A/E selection, design contracts management, construction contract award, change orders, contract management, and contract closeout. Ensure that all financial and programming requirements for the capital and repair and renovation projects are met in a timely and accurate manner. Act as a point of contact and liaison with the State Construction Office, Department of insurance and DENR for matters regarding assigned projects.

Oversee all contract change orders, disputes, and resolutions. Stays apprised of all State Construction and Department of Insurance requirements and policies by attending professional conferences and meeting with the appropriate state and General Administration personnel. Coordinate closely with Facilities Operations staff to ensure all interested parties are kept informed of construction project progress and any support that may be required.

Coordinate closely with customers during all phases of the capital program from inception to end of the warranty period. Keep customers informed of all issues that may have an impact on quality, timeliness or scope of the project. Ensure all General Administration, State and Federal reports are accurate and submitted in a timely fashion. Keep superiors apprised of all project issues, schedule, financial, scope impact with all capital and repair and renovation projects.

Must be a registered architect or professional engineer in the State of North Carolina or be able to obtain comity within one year of employment is preferred.

• Verbal and Written communication skills required.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications and other project scheduling and management software.
• Ability to use AutoCAD and Revit software.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Knowledge and ability to develop project budgets and work within budgetary guidelines.
• Ability to work alone or in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with co-workers, clients, contractors, town officials, and others as required.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Experience with State and Federal contracting.
• Ability to operate University-owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license.

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in engineering relevant to the area of assignment.
* Administering the class; certain positions may require licensure by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in engineering relevant to the area of assignment.
* Administering the class; certain positions may require licensure by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

The Project Manager oversees the work of architects, engineers, construction management firms, and general…