Capital Project Delivery Lead (Hybrid)

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

University of Illinois System seeks an Assistant Director of Project Delivery in Chicago to oversee capital projects, manage professional service contracts, and guide delivery from design through closeout on System administered programs.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with university constituents, and experience in public sector or higher education project delivery, with a strong focus on achieving objectives and adhering to policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, urban planning, business, or related field.
• Five years of relevant experience in real estate development, capital delivery, project management, municipal economic development, or related construction fields.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Experience with strategies supporting university objectives and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare RFx for diverse university facilities and capital delivery projects.
• Review and resolve design-build, GMP, and integrated delivery issues including budget, risk, and schedule.
• Collaborate with university stakeholders to select development teams and participate in negotiations.
• Assist with structuring real estate transactions and coordinating leases with tenant improvements.
• Evaluate land development, municipal platting, and infrastructure initiatives.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance university goals.
• Perform other duties as needed for capital project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

University of Illinois System seeks an Assistant Director of Project Delivery in Chicago to oversee capital projects, manage professional service contracts, and guide delivery from design through closeout on System administered programs.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with university constituents, and experience in public sector or higher education project delivery, with a strong focus on achieving objectives and adhering to policies.