PROJECT MANAGER #00086201

About the Department

Design & Construction Management oversees the planning, design, and delivery of construction and renovation projects that support campus facilities. The department manages large-scale capital projects and works with campus partners, consultants, and contractors to deliver functional, high-performance spaces. Recent and ongoing projects include the Innovation Lab, Welcome Center, Protoplex, and Bioplex.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communication between design consultants and internal and external stakeholders for capital projects.
• Facilitate and participate in technical and code plan review for capital projects, ensuring compliance with university design standards, applicable building codes, and constructability.
• Prepare, maintain, and monitor budget and cost performance for construction projects.
• Evaluate and recommend selection of architects and engineering teams for project design.
• Provide strong leadership to the design process and in the resolution of design decisions. Give consideration to code requirements, Life Cycle Costs, and constructability in leading the resolution of challenges with design decisions that are in alignment with the established goals and requirements for the project.
• Lead project design committees through decision-making processes and facilitate consensus building among varied stakeholders with different perspectives and competing requirements.
• Evaluate and approve consultant and contractor pay requests and change order requests.
• Prepare, track, and monitor progress of design and construction schedules for construction projects.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and approval requests for Board of Curators.
• May negotiate contracts and change orders.
• Maintain positive relationships with consultants, contractors, colleagues, and internal and external stakeholders.
• May act as a subject matter expert and resource for leadership and colleagues for specific design discipline questions, project issues, estimates, and building code review and analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management.
• 6 years project management experience for capital construction projects.
• Registered Architect or Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain by comity in the State of Missouri within 6 months of hiring.
• University/Higher Education project management experience.
• Architectural or engineering design and construction document production and review experience.
• Experience and knowledge of Construction Manager at Risk delivery method.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMP-CP certification.

Pay

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $75,000 to $130,000. Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid time off, short- and long-term disability.
• Paid parental leave and paid caregiver leave.
• Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

About the University

Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. Founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River, Missouri S&T is located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri. The university offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T provides a broad academic environment while allowing individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

About the Community

Rolla, Missouri offers a high quality of life with a low cost of living, excellent schools, and safe neighborhoods. The area provides abundant opportunities for outdoor activities, including the Ozark Scenic Riverways. Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for both campus and community.