Project Manager - Mechanical

Job Summary/Basic Function

The department of Capital Construction, Contracting and Design is accepting applications for a Project Manager – Mechanical .

The Project Manager (PM) serves as the University representative and manages and/or completes the planning, architectural and engineering design and construction of major and minor renovations and capital projects. The PM is responsible for managing all aspects of projects, including but not limited to project scope, budget, and timeline; campus coordination; compliance with applicable codes and regulatory requirements; and quality assurance.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is one of the 14 public universities of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, unique programs, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. At the University level, 70 baccalaureate programs are available for 6,250 undergraduate students. We have over 950 graduate students enrolled in 21 master’s and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, in research labs, and in campus life. Additionally, over 66,000 Millersville University alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world.

Annual Salary: $80,000.00 – $95,000.00, plus comprehensive benefits starting on the first day of employment, including:

• Health insurance – Low bi-weekly premium, with coverage starting on the first day of employment for employee and all dependents.
• Dental insurance – Coverage is free to employee and dependents with coverage starting on the first day of employment.
• Vision insurance – Coverage is free to employee and dependents with coverage starting on the first day of employment.
• Group life insurance – Equal to annual salary (up to $50,000) at no cost to the employee.
• Voluntary Group Life and Accident Insurance – Available for purchase at low rates for additional employee coverage as well as coverage for spouse and children.
• Long Term Disability Insurance – Available for purchase at low rates with either a 90 or 180-day waiting period.
• Retirement – 2 plans to choose from.
• Tuition waiver – For employee, spouse, and dependents.
• Personal leave – Up to 6 days per year.
• Vacation leave – Up to 10.4 days accrued per year for first year, increases to 15.6 days per year after 1 year.
• Sick leave – Up to 15.6 days accrued per year, including up to 5 days per year that can be taken to care for a family member.
• Holiday leave – 12 days per calendar year.

For description of benefits available, see The State System Employee Benefits Summary at
https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/benefit_highlights/SSHE_Highlights.pdf

At Millersville University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning and work environment. Being an inclusive community, committed to our EPPIIC University’s values, is the essential foundation of our institution. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, ability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We seek individuals who embrace our public mission and value exploration, professionalism, inclusion, integrity and compassion.
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and five years’ experience in project management or the equivalent combination of experience and education to successfully perform the duties of the job.
• Knowledge of:
  • construction and contract documents, cost estimates, schedules, and budgets.
  • building codes and standards of practice.
  • laws governing construction contracts and contracting.
  • construction materials and methods related to architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, etc.
  • safe work practices, and the promotion of such practices.
• Skills in reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and codes. Ability to compare plans with construction progress.
• Ability to:
  • Represent the department in a professional manner.
  • Manage multiple, complex tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Change priorities with little/no notice.
  • Work independently and as a team with adherence to deadlines.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills; proven ability to manage time and priorities.
• Must be able to solve problems and resolve conflicts with diverse groups under minimum supervision.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in construction management.
• Possession of one of the following certifications: Project Management Professional ( PMP ), Professional Engineer license, or Professional Architectural license.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, or Revit.
• GIS software knowledge and experience.
• Experience in:
  • the development of building programing and scope, preferably associated with design and planning of public works projects.
  • the preparation of bid documents and specifications, low bid contract administration and fiscal management.
  • a higher education background.
  • a union environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants