Campus Capital Projects Leader

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Capital Projects, to lead complex campus capital initiatives from inception through occupancy. You will oversee planning, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout, guiding project teams and ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

You will build partnerships with faculty, administrators, and facilities teams, manage safety and regulatory requirements, and mentor junior staff while delivering outcomes that

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in construction, design, engineering, or project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from planning through occupancy and closeout.
• Coordinate stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and university partners.
• Manage budgets, schedules, quality, safety, and compliance with university standards.

Skills

Project leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Construction knowledge

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Duke University is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Capital Projects, to lead complex campus capital initiatives from inception through occupancy. You will oversee planning, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout, guiding project teams and ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

You will build partnerships with faculty, administrators, and facilities teams, manage safety and regulatory requirements, and mentor junior staff while delivering outcomes that