Lead Project Manager

Responsibilities

Leads the implementation of approved and funded projects consisting of new buildings, alterations and renovations throughout the University.

Manages all phases of project, from design through direct occupancy.

Ensures compliance with University standards and contract documents.

Manages the most challenging, complex, technologically sophisticated, multi-end user projects.

Participates in the development and review of projects under consideration.

Mentors and provides guidance to junior staff.

Reviews the work for technical adequacy and conformance with practice and policy.

Requirements

Maintains responsibility for the detail planning, coordination, and outcome of construction projects.

Works with Planning and Project Management representatives and clients to translate funded program into reality.

May engage professional architectural/engineering support.

Maintains client involvement throughout the project, seeking client understanding and approval of all changes.

Develops construction documents and, in concert with the Planning and Project Management, challenges functional assumptions and goals and monitors efforts bearing on successful completion.

Arranges appropriate review of all project documents with client, Planning and Project Management representatives, and Maintenance and Operation personnel.

Ensures compliance with University standards for design and construction.

Determines best method of construction to achieve highest quality product from available resources.

Constantly assesses value of engineering services received.

Manages project budget.

Solicits and schedules bids for project.

Receives bids, awards contract(s), monitors cost, and approves payments for services received.

Responsible for close-out of project and final acceptance.

Selects or retains Field Inspectors to assist with projects.

Prepares punch lists and ensures contractor compliance.

Acquires and distributes all Maintenance and Operation Manuals and As-Built drawings.

Provides all warranty information to Work Management Division at completion of project.

Schedules and implements project warranty review after six month and eleven-month period with O&M personnel and client representatives.

Ensures corrections are completed where necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7 years of relevant experience required
• Master's degree preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills

• Expert knowledge of construction project management and capital project planning

Benefits

The University of Rochester offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$97,400.00 - $146,000.00

Schedule

UR - Day (United States of America)