Associate Director, Project Management

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

About the role

Reporting to the Executive Director of Design and Construction, the successful candidate will lead UMB non-capital campus construction, supervising a staff of five (5) Project Manager/Sr. Project Managers. This position provides direction and support to senior leadership (Vice Presidents and Facility Directors) regarding project planning and institutional initiatives to support the mission of the university. The role maintains customer satisfaction at all levels and stages of the project process and serves as a senior member of the department, frequently representing the department in strategic planning, collaboration initiatives, and technology advancements.

Responsibilities

• Create and sustain a cohesive, collaborative, high-performing team. Hire, develop, mentor, and evaluate a staff of customer-focused professionals and paraprofessionals.
• Coordinate with the Assistant Director of Planning and Project Support to develop the Project Plan for non-capital projects, including scope of work, project budget (with conceptual estimate if necessary), project milestone schedule, selection of project delivery method, and assignment of project manager.
• Oversee non-capital UMB campus design and construction services. May also provide support and oversight to a Regional Service Center providing capital construction services to UMB and four other University System of Maryland (USM) campuses in the Baltimore region.
• Collaborate with peers, staff, customers, and stakeholders to ensure a positive work environment while upholding the Admin & Finance guiding principles.
• Serve as a Senior Member of the Department and represent the department in dealings with the design and construction community as well as university clients. Frequently represent the department in pursuing technology system/software advancements (e.g., SharePoint, eBuilder).
• Provide leadership to meet sustainability goals of the State, University of Maryland System, and University of Maryland Baltimore.
• Lead negotiations of design, construction, and specialty service contracts, major contract changes, and claims while maintaining the reputation, integrity, and respect of all involved.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Ten (10) years of increasing responsibility in program and project management of institutional projects. Experience in an academic, industrial, and/or medical research environment preferred. Direct construction experience strongly preferred.
• Seven (7) years of direct supervision or responsibility for training, work coordination, and monitoring the work of others.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect preferred.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.
• Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis (30 undergraduate college credits equivalent to one year of related experience).

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of construction project management, including planning, design, design review, permitting, procurement, inspection, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Ability to review programs and work with clients to establish budgets and schedules for proposed projects.
• Exceptional teambuilding, collaboration, and change management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience leading the selection of design teams, Design/Build teams, and construction teams.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Public procurement experience preferred.
• Skilled in the effective use of applicable technology/systems. Knowledge of E-Builder or similar software a plus.
• Understand, demonstrate, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field. Incumbents must be able to work in a construction site environment, including hazardous or irritating conditions, confined spaces, and adverse conditions. Must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package prioritizing wellness, work/life balance, and professional development.
• Retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) effective on date of hire.
• Generous paid leave package: over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave days, and unlimited accrual of sick time.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Professional learning and development programs.
• Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
• Flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

Pay

$167,000 - $186,500 per year.