Facilities Project Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Fort Valley State University is seeking a highly organized and proactive Facility Project Manager to support capital improvement, renovation, and maintenance projects across all departments of the university. This role serves as a key resource for academic, administrative, and auxiliary units by overseeing facilities-related projects from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with university goals, budgets, and schedules.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, coordinate, and manage construction, renovation, and infrastructure improvement projects for all campus departments including housing projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and timelines in collaboration with department heads and Facilities leadership
• Cover design and construction phases with architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors
• Review and manage project documentation including design drawings, construction contracts, change orders, and schedules.
• Works closely with Purchasing to place projects for bidding and assists with the bidding process and contract award
• Ensure all work complies with University System of Georgia (USG) policies, building codes, and state procurement guidelines
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor project progress, safety, and quality assurance
• Maintain strong communication with department stakeholders to minimize disruptions and ensure satisfaction with project outcomes.
• Track project budgets and expenditures; provide regular updates and reports to the Director of Facilities Management
• Aid in deferred maintenance planning and energy efficiency upgrades across campus
• Support long-term facilities planning and space management initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Baccalaureate degree in construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 5 years recent related experience and demonstrable project management experience, preferably within institutional settings.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Valid Georgia Driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Strong understanding of building systems, construction practices, and applicable building codes
• Familiarity with local/state/national building codes, ADA, OSHA standards
• Experience with renovation and capital construction projects, including contract management and scheduling
• Proficient in managing all phases of a project life cycle - initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget goals
• Competency in reviewing technical documents and solving on-site construction issues
• Commitment to customer service and supporting the academic mission of the University.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• Work is split between office and field environments
• May require occasional evening, weekend or holidays depending on project scheduled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to push 50 pounds and lift 20 pounds. (Material handling)
• Ability to climb ladder and step ladder.
• Bending at waist, sitting, kneeling, laying horizontally, climbing, walking, etc., as job may require.
• Ability to work in extreme heat, cold and noisy areas.