Project Manager, Project & Program Management, Operations Management

Project Manager, Department: DAF Facilities Planning and Construction, Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time:
Full Time

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Serves as project manager directly responsible for oversight of design and execution of minor capital construction and renovation.

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications; to build, plan and work within budgeted resources.
• Ability to estimate work and work within a changing work setting; to interpret and apply rules and regulations
• Ability to manage work and associate with project managers and staff; to make presentations and prepare reports.
• Ability to develop a wide base of close customer relationships; to interact with various levels of personnel; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use technology and involve stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering/engineering technology or construction management and 5 years of experience.
• Experience with Higher Education, Medical or Athletics programming, design and construction.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by June 20, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

06/20/2026

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.