Program Manager
Listed on 2026-10-19
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Construction
Regulatory Compliance Specialist -
Management
Project & Program Management, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Payroll
Title:
FAC PROJECT MGR 1
Department: CAPITAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Hiring Pay Scale: $136,250 - $211,100 / Year
Worksite:
Campus
Appointment Type:
Career
Appointment Percent: 100%
Union:
Uncovered
Total Openings: 1
Work Schedule:
8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri
Filing Deadline:
Fri 10/30/2026
UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment:
Apply by 10/21/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Reassignment Applicants:
Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
Under general direction of their assigned Senior Director, this position is accountable to deliver projects within their assigned program (a suite of separate but related projects, managed by both in-house and consulting project managers) that are on schedule, within budget, high quality, sustainable, cost effective, and appropriate to the client's needs.
The Program Manager is responsible to their assigned Senior Director and the Associate Vice Chancellor - Capital Program Management for strategic management of architecture design and construction matters relating to the physical development of campus or health system properties within their assigned program, ensuring compliance with codes and other governmental requirements for public health and safety. The Program Manager is the intermediary resource for coordination of all architectural functions for both new construction and major and minor renovation projects.
In addition to program management responsibilities, the individual will organize, plan, and control the design and construction effort of individual projects. This may involve selecting professional design staff; coordinating the activities of clients, design professionals (architect, engineers, etc.), contractors, inspectors, and others associated with the project; monitoring project progress, cost, and quality; resolving problems that arise in the project; working with state agency officials to ensure compliance and safety.
Communicating with project stakeholders on campus/medical centers regarding program, budget, schedule and construction impact. Completing and warranting the project to department and University specifications.
Provide guidance on use of web-based capital project management and construction management software.
Responsible for implementation of capital projects. Provide administrative oversight for teams of project managers with emphasis on daily operations and functions, ensuring that project progress and completion is within budget and time constraints.
Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals. Responsible for supervising the day-to-day unit activities. May oversee and participate in more complex design and construction projects. Provides direction according to established policies and management guidance.
QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree and / or equivalent experience / training in architecture, engineering, urban design, city planning or landscape architecture. Master's degree preferred.
Working knowledge of and experience in planning, design, construction, environmental issues, legal issues, federal, state and local laws, regulations and practices governing planning, building design and construction.
Demonstrated ability and knowledge to provide technical advice on construction practices, methods and procedures, and to prepare drawings and specifications for major building projects. Demonstrated working knowledge of architectural, engineering, and construction practices.
Familiarity with California and applicable building codes and regulations; and professional design experience to effectively direct and review the preparation of design and construction documents, review and approve contractor submittals, and to effectively resolve field problems during construction.
Demonstrated working knowledge of standard design and construction sequences and durations necessary to prepare, monitor, and manage detailed project schedule.
Demonstrated working knowledge of California Building Code, Title-24 and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, Office of Statewide Health…
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