Senior Facilities Project Manager

Summary

Operating Title
Senior Facilities Project Manager

Long Classification Title
Senior Facilities Project Manager

Campus Location
Durham

Department
UNH Campus Planning

Summary of Position

The primary role and responsibility of this position, under the general direction of the designated supervisor is to perform the services of a Construction Project Manager for capital projects and complex MEP systems that may occur over multiple years for project completion. The work includes assessing, planning, developing, overseeing capital and MEP construction projects including the design and construction of new buildings as well as major repair and renovation/alteration for existing buildings. Position requires coordination between facility operations, campus customers and various departments across the campus. In addition, the position may oversee other non-capital general construction projects on campus as business demands require. Job responsibilities include reviewing field conditions, reports, preparing proposals for design and construction services, managing professional designers, managing the construction contract, managing construction in the field, overseeing and managing the NH State Fire Marshall review and permit process, overseeing all financial transactions associated with the projects, ensuring the proper project closeout protocols are following and archived for University use at the completion of the project, and managing warranty related issues for the duration of the construction warranty period.

Acceptable minimum level of education

Acceptable minimum years of experience

Additional Job Information

Posting Number
PS4813FY25

Other minimum qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field and four years of related experience as manager for building construction, renovation or alteration project.

Experience with contract administration.

Knowledge of construction materials, means and methods.

Familiarity with building and life safety codes.

Familiarity with the NH State Fire Marshall review and permit process

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Ability to wear/use personal protective equipment as needed on construction site.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Formal Training/education in construction and/or contract management

Registration as a professional engineer or architect

Master's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field.

Salary Information

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/62609

Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.00

Grade
22

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Institution Information

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

 

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Posting Details

Posting Date
08/26/2024

Open Until Filled
Yes

Closing Date

Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
No

Interested Internal Candidates Exist?
No

Job Category
Salaried Staff (Exempt)

Appointment Type
Regular

If TERM position provide projected end date

Equipment/Instruments

Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply.
None applicable

Duties / Responsibilities

Job Duties

Duty/Responsibility

Capital Construction Project Management: Schedule, initiate and manage all efforts necessary to complete and occupy new or renovated facilities. Ensures compliance with design documents, building and life safety codes, and industry standards. Advise on project schedule and status, coordinate construction activity with campus events, communicate with impacted University agencies, and prepare and present financial status reports to senior administrators. Supervise staff assigned to project; coordinate and direct the efforts of project team, including architect, engineering consultants, construction contractor, and project managers assigned to sub-elements of large projects. Meet regularly with project team to review project progress and contractor performance, discuss key issues, and resolve problems.

Duty/Responsibility

Project Planning, Design Preparation & Design Contract Administration: Direct meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, and campus administrators to develop project programs and schematic designs; prepare cost estimates and requests for funding. Establish schedules and monitor progress; review design progress submittals for compliance with user needs, applicable codes and university standards; and assemble final design, specifications, general conditions and other contract documents into a coordinated bid package. Select qualified design firms to prepare project designs; negotiate fees and perform tasks necessary for proper contract administration.

Duty/Responsibility

Construction Contract Administration: Select qualified Contractors to construct projects utilizing Design/bid/build, Design/Build and Construction Management delivery methods. Manage construction contracts and all financial transactions associated with projects. Manage contractor and oversee all construction in the field. Perform tasks necessary for proper contract administration. Manage and oversee the NH State Fire Marshall permit process for the University and contractors.

Duty/Responsibility

Construction Management: Direct efforts of project team during project construction; oversee inspections to insure work conforms to contract requirements, resolve technical issues and negotiate contract changes; maintain proper documentation; direct rework as necessary, accept completed work for university and document contractor performance. Financial Management: Manage projects with multiple fund sources; approve invoices; track overall project financial status and maintain end-of-job cost forecasts.

Duty/Responsibility

Perform Other Duties as assigned

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

Resume/Vita

Cover Letter

Optional Documents