Job Summary
Responsibility for all aspects of the development and implementation of small to medium-sized capital design and construction projects and for coordinating all phases of large capital projects with campus constituents.
Responsibilities*
Reporting to the Director of Facilities Planning and Construction, the Project Manager has responsibility for all aspects of the development and implementation of small to medium-sized capital and/or deferred maintenance design and construction projects and work orders, and for coordinating all phases of large capital projects with campus constituents. Under supervision, the Project Manager performs work that is varied and that may be somewhat difficult in character. Some evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required.
Responsibilities include managing the project design and construction process:
- Prepares work scopes, project schedules, and estimates of probable cost.
- Prepares space layouts and bid documents for small projects (<$15k)
- Works with Procurement to bid and contract various outside partners for design and construction.
- Coordinates plan review sessions with architects and clients to ensure programming needs and University guidelines have been met.
- Coordinate design requirements for specific research, teaching, or audio-visual equipment.
- Oversees contractors, ITS, furniture vendors, and moving companies during construction and installation periods.
- Coordinates with Plant Operations and clients to manage system shutdowns and minimize impact to occupied buildings.
- Maintains project status workbooks to track costs, schedule, and project details.
- Communicates regularly with leadership on project status.
- Assures completion within established schedule and budgetary limits and in accordance with university design guidelines and regulatory codes.
- Manages document control for project as-built drawings and Operations & Maintenance manuals. Works with Building Services and Plant Operations to manage the transfer of renovated spaces from construction to ongoing operations.
The successful candidate will manage multiple projects simultaneously, will possess and apply comprehensive knowledge of design and construction management, and will communicate effectively and work collaboratively with UM-Dearborn faculty and staff, all members of the Facilities Operations team, the design and construction team, and campus community. The Project Manager must effectively coordinate the activities of the design and construction project teams, providing technical and analytical guidance, demonstrating a clear understanding of the roles and functions of each team member, conducting project meetings, and providing regular project tracking and analysis. Additional responsibilities include construction site visits to monitor progress and ascertain whether phases of the construction process are in compliance with building plans and project deadlines.
OTHER DUTIES
- Participation in various committees and meeting related to the function of the overall Facilities
- Operations team and/or our interaction with the greater campus.
- Upkeep of campus and building documentation, including as-built construction plans and specs,
- CAD and GIS files, and operation and maintenance information.
Required Qualifications*
- A Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or interior design is required.
- Three to five years of design and project management experience is required.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD LT, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and Google documents
- Knowledge of commercial building codes and ADA requirements
- Ability to read, write, interpret instructions, and speak English
- Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills; strong presentation and public-speaking skills
- Strong organizational and logistical skills coupled with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse team
- Ability to access project jobsites, including excavation sites and buildings with different access/entry structures including ladders, and to navigate uneven surfaces. Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, climb, work from heights, and crawl into tight spaces as required.
Desired Qualifications*
- Experience with projects related to replacements of building systems equipment (HVAC, electrical, etc)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Project or other project management scheduling software
- Familiarity with University of Michigan design standards
- Familiarity with University of Michigan purchasing policies and procedures
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Supervision Received
Supervision is received from the Facilities Operations Director of Planning & Construction.
Supervision Exercised
No supervisory responsibility.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.