Project Manager - Facilities

Pima Community College

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Position Title: Project Manager – Facilities (Multiple Opportunities)

Department: Operations and Construction – Maintenance & Security

Starting Rate: Band 9 - $84,800 - $112,400

Benefits: Summary

Closed Date: November 15, 2023, 5:00 PM Arizona Time

Position Summary:

The Project Manager - Facilities is responsible for directing, organizing and coordinating a wide variety of building construction/Capital projects, such as; new construction, renovations, retrofits and repairs. To include the planning/development, implementation and supervision of the construction of new buildings/campuses.

The Facilities Project Manager (Construction) is a key role responsible for overseeing and managing project budgets to ensure effective and efficient allocation of resources. This role requires expert management of a diverse range of construction projects utilizing different project delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Job Order Contracting (JOC), and Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR). The successful candidate will possess strong financial acumen, project management expertise, and a deep understanding of construction methodologies.

The work schedule for this position is flexible and may include local travel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Budget Management:

• Skillfully manage project budgets, monitoring expenses and ensuring adherence to financial guidelines.
• Allocate funds appropriately to optimize resource utilization and project efficiency.
• Review cost estimates, change orders, and invoices to maintain accurate budget records.
• Manages the overall payment process and follows all prompt pay laws with the subcontractors

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

• Assemble and lead project teams, including architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Provide clear direction, guidance, and support to team members throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster a collaborative and cohesive work environment to maximize team performance.

Project Planning and Initiation:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates.
• Identify and assess potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide project management for construction and remodeling projects; assess long-term facility value, inspect work, and ensure projects are completed within budget and on time
• Assist in developing college regulations and procedures for capital activities, implement and manage information systems, and research information
• Coordinate activities with outside contractors, external agencies, internal facilities and department personnel; prepare reports on the status of contracts and Facilities/Capital improvement projects
• Assist in administering the selection, negotiation, evaluation, and contracts for architects, engineers, and other consultants
• Interpret and apply local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Investigate complaints and ensure resolution of construction projects; ensure compliance issues are resolved Provide facilities analysis of real estate and determine the costs and benefits of potential acquisitions Participate in developing, administering, and monitoring project budgets
• Conduct project management meetings with staff and contractors to establish and communicate timelines and contractual obligations
• Supervise technical and administrative staff
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in construction technology, engineering, architecture or related field and
• Three to Five years of professional level project management experience and
• One to three years of supervisory experience and
• Valid Arizona Driver's License

or

• Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work and
• Candidates who possess similar minimum objective qualifications are encouraged to apply and should describe the work experience and education you regard as establishing the equivalency and
• Valid Arizona Driver's License

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Five plus years of related experience in building construction project management experience
  
• Experience managing construction projects in an educational and/or governmental environment and commercial environment
  
• Experience in industrial projects, including maintenance and commercial
  
• Construction management methods, principles and procedures including development of construction planning and phasing
  
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and monitor complex and/or large-scale projects with successful results Inspection and approval of construction projects
  
• Interpretation and knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations
  
• Contract language, document preparation techniques, and interpretation of contracts
  
• Risk assessment and mitigation techniques
  
• Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements
  
• Purchasing regulations and procedures
  
• Research methods
  
• Contract negotiation
  
• Information systems principles, operation of computers and applicable software and hardware (i.e., AutoCAD, Facilities and Space Planning software, Microsoft Office Suite)
  
• Construction and contract project management principles
  
• Budgeting principles
  
• Safe work practices and procedures, to include reading Safety Data Sheets
  
• Communication interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, students and the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
  
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively
  
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
  
• Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle
  
• Excellent analytical skills
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
  
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this class typically require: climbing, crawling, crouching, lifting, reaching, balancing, stooping, grasping, manual dexterity, kneeling, standing for prolonged periods, walking, pushing, pulling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions
• Light Work: Exerting force up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
• Incumbents may be working in areas with moving mechanical parts, electrified equipment, vibrations, fumes, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, extreme temperatures, low lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises, and travel.