Project Manager, University Facilities Design and Construction

Position Summary

University Facilities Design & Construction Department seeks an experienced Project Management professional to oversee an on-time, and within-budget delivery of multiple major construction projects simultaneously, while assuring the safe and unrestricted pursuit of the University’s overall mission. In this senior level role, ongoing responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordination and communication regarding a variety of projects including in-house design/build renovation work, critical maintenance projects, and capital-funded design/bid/build work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are necessary to advise clients, align expertise with needs, partner with outside agencies, contribute to design, and lead a dynamic project team.
• Write, maintain, collaborate, and share ongoing tracking of both project budgets and schedules using Maximo software. Identify issues and propose mitigating tactics to maintain project momentum.
• In this role, the Project Manger will work closely with University Procurement to process bids, award contracts, estimate costs, order materials and services, administer submittals, manage payments, and process changes to the project as needed.
• Work closely with senior leadership to prioritize project work and forecast appropriate levels for staffing needs and project funding.
• Actively contribute to the analysis of past practices for continuous improvement recommendations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to their University Facilities peers as well as the needs of the University community at large.
• Work with a wide variety of stakeholders including departmental leadership, world class researchers, dedicated faculty, high performing athletes, students from around the globe, the State University Construction Fund, SUNY leadership, and the local municipalities surrounding UB’s three campuses.

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages .

About the University at Buffalo
A flagship of the State University of New York ( SUNY ) system and a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities ( AAU ), the University at Buffalo is a place where impactful research, scholarly distinction, transformative student experiences and far-reaching service to local, state, national, and international communities define our mission as a premier research-intensive public university. We are committed to advancing, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, and believe that excellence in research, teaching and service can be achieved when diverse perspectives are engaged.

Founded in 1846 as a private medical college located in downtown Buffalo, UB is the largest and most comprehensive institution in the SUNY system. The university enrolls more than 30,000 students (approximately 2/3 undergraduate and 1/3 graduate and professional students), boasts a distinguished faculty of over 2,500 scholars, and offers over 400 degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and professional and doctoral levels across 12 academic units. The university’s 280,000 alumni, in more than 150 countries, are comprised of graduates who are truly changing the world. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field with 3 years of experience in project management. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Excellent oral, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of staff at all levels of an organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field with 7 years of experience in project management.
• Demonstration of ability to write and manage project schedules and budgets from inception to completion preferred.
• Supervisory experience recommended.
• Experience in higher education renovation and construction projects of similar size and scope desired including laboratory, and/or SUCF capital improvement projects.
• New York State registration in architecture or engineering ideal. Certification as PMP, NYCCEO, and/or LEED or equivalent considered.

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