Saginaw Valley State University
Senior Project Manager
University Center, MI | $110K - $153K
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, mechanical, electrical engineering, or interior design
- Eight years' experience in the design and construction industry with demonstrated progressive responsibilities
- Hold or obtain and maintain EGLE Construction Storm Water Operator Certification
- Experience in programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents and cost estimating
- Proficiency in Autodesk-AutoCAD, Word, and Excel
- General understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
- Valid Michigan driver's license and ability to travel independently to all university locations
- Ability to feel and handle objects and lift items up to 40lbs
- Ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills with customer orientated attitude
- Ability to interact and work well with a diverse group of people
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation
Responsibilities
- Project Managers within the Facilities, Planning & Construction division will manage the design and construction process for new construction and renovation projects, within a specific timeframe and funding amount to ensure that goals and objectives of the project are accomplished
- Develop projects in conjunction with the Director to support the Universities capital improvement plan
- Coordinate with the Director the planning and organizing short and long-range objectives for departmental operations and campus development
- Evaluate new programs and adaptations to existing services or procedures
- Provide contract administration: including reviewing and approval of shop drawings, project inspection, approval of pay vouchers, approval of bulletins and change orders for self-run projects and oversight of project manager run projects
- Provide planning and design services for a variety of construction projects under the direction of the Director: including schematic design, design development, construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, interaction with facility users, contractors, architects, engineers, and vendors
- Support Director with preparation of RFQ and RFP proposals for contractors and design professionals
- Assist in the selection and evaluation of staff
- Assist with document reviews
- Time management and flexibility to manage multiple projects
- Assist in updating campus signage and wayfinding
- Perform inspections of the campus facilities and grounds
- Updating of electronic drawings of campus and construction preferences
- Assist in the training and mentoring of the project manager
- Manage the department in the absence of the Director
- Perform and assist project manager in logistical operations as related to construction projects
- Manage conflict and negotiate outcomes
- Oversight of electronic and paper drawings of campus buildings, utilities, and systems schematics
- Observe and report the need for repairs and replacement of equipment, furnishings, fixtures, utilities, etc
- Initiate work orders and make notes for needed repairs
- Other duties as assigned
- Supervision is received from Director of Facilities, Planning and Construction
- SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
- Functional and administrative supervision of staff
- often performed inside, but you will be exposed to outdoor environmental
- modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of
- employees under his/her supervision
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