Project Manager (Contract)

About the role

The Project Manager is the University representative responsible for all aspects of the administration and oversight of Capital Improvement Projects, and of deferred maintenance and major infrastructure upgrade projects. Projects range widely in size, complexity, scope and contract value. The Project Manager has the authority to independently interpret contracts, negotiate changes in the Work, hire and manage professional consultants, oversee development of plans and specifications, create budgets and manage expenses, direct the work of project support staff, serve as liaison with all campus departments, and obtain project approvals and permits.

Responsibilities

• Develops project documents in conjunction with the project architect, engineer or other professional consultant to comply with environmental regulations imposed by the National Environmental Policy Act, Air Pollution Control District, Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board and the Goleta Water District.
• Coordinates with these agencies to obtain all approvals and permits.
• Evaluates the qualifications of design professionals and selects and hires architects, engineers and other appropriately licensed professionals and consultants for a wide variety of projects.
• Oversees the development of contracts and associated requirements, and upon execution, evaluates contract performance.
• Develops the project schedule inclusive of all phases to determine critical activities and milestones that may impact project progress.
• Updates schedule regularly and approves the construction schedule during construction.
• Develops the project's Capital Improvement Budget (CIB) inclusive of actual and anticipated project costs and analyzes potential risks and unknown conditions to determine appropriate contingency amounts.
• Maintains, monitors and updates project schedule and budget using program management software system.
• Communicates with all levels of University administration regarding project status.
• Inspects site progress and issues occupancy certificates at appropriate milestones.
• Certifies contractor's payment applications comparing contractor's Schedule of Values with progress and quality of the completed work.
• Issues final Certificate for Payment upon Contractor compliance with requirements of the contract documents.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.

5+ years of progressively responsible experience in the area of project management of capital improvement projects.

Demonstrated experience with managing new construction and renovation of office, classroom, laboratory, infrastructure, housing and/or athletic facilities preferably within a University environment or other Public Works domain.

Demonstrated ability to manage: project scope, schedule and budget, professional services and construction agreements, development of and compliance with plans and specifications, contractor coordination.

Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn and apply University policies and procedures.

Excellent communication skills with an ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing, and ability to apply a high level of judgment and discretion.

Demonstrated ability to use a variety of computer applications including project management and scheduling software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's DegreeRequired

Skills

• Project Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Financial Analysis
• Communication Skills
• Computer Applications

Benefits

Full Benefits Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A

Pay

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $135,000 to $155,000/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $100,100.00 to $187,500.00/year.

Schedule

M-F 8am-5pm