Project Manager​/Owners Representative

Fort Collins, CO

Posted: 7/2/26 | Deadline: 9/30/26 | Salary: $100,000 - $110,000

• Define, plan, manage, and execute multiple complex capital construction projects simultaneously from program planning through post‑occupancy, including scope, budget, schedule, and team coordination.
• Develop project justification, define scope of work, analyze risks, and establish project strategies including delivery methods, contracting, funding alignment, and phasing.
• Direct and oversee design processes, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, regulations, and alignment with project goals, including review and approval of design submittals and milestones.
• Lead procurement and contracting processes including writing scopes of work, selecting consultants and contractors, negotiating contracts, and managing bidding in compliance with University and State requirements.
• Administer construction activities including contract management, monitoring progress, resolving conflicts, coordinating stakeholders, approving pay applications, and ensuring work meets project requirements.
• Coordinate project closeout and post‑construction activities including inspections, documentation, warranties, training, and completion of outstanding items.
• Lead process improvement efforts, maintain technical expertise in construction and project management practices, and recommend and implement improvements to standards, processes, and coordination.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Construction, Construction Project Management, Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering).

• 7–10 years of experience in a lead role managing design and construction projects ranging in size and complexity.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management, and prioritization skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• In‑depth knowledge of construction processes, materials, blueprints, and building codes with a demonstrated history of successfully managing projects from conception to completion, within budget and on schedule.

• Strong problem‑solving abilities to address challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
• Effective communication with stakeholders, ability to build rapport and de‑escalate issues.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, methodologies, and changing project environments.
• Experience as an Owner’s Representative in a Higher Education environment.
• IBC education and/or certification.
• PMP Certification.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Smartsheet.