Capital Project Manager, Facilities Management & Capital Planning

UM28 University of Baltimore (UBALT); United States; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Baltimore (UBALT) seeks a Capital Project Manager to oversee the design and construction of the university's capital projects and to ensure alignment with the campus master plan.

The role manages project budgets, coordinates with senior leadership, and directs contractors and consultants to deliver projects on time and within scope, while prioritizing safety, sustainability, and inclusive design principles.

Responsibilities

• Engage stakeholders across campus on facilities and campus needs and then prioritize projects and develop estimates for evaluation that will be incorporated into a 5-year capital budget.
• Collaborate with leadership within the facilities management office to develop strategies to address deferred maintenance of systems in occupied buildings and incorporate it into a 5-year capital budget.
• Work with Sr Director of FM&CP to get USM approval for capital projects by managing the submission process and working effectively with USM and other State Agencies during the review process.
• Facilitate conflict resolution among diverse stakeholder groups and manage projects in occupied facilities with minimal disruption to academic operations.
• Work closely with Sr Director of FM&CP to represent the University's interests in long-term Capital Investment Planning strategies.
• Ensure all proposed endeavors align with the campus master plan and sustainability goals.
• Create a comprehensive communication plan to ensure stakeholders are fully informed in all aspects of each project as it develops.
• Implement change management processes to support smooth transitions during construction and renovation projects.
• Effectively manage capital projects

Job description

Job Posting: JR102246 Capital Project Manager, Facilities Management & Capital Planning (Open)

Department: UBalt Facilities Mgmt Capital Plan, PM

Position Type: Regular

Open Date: 10-08-2026

Close Date: $95,000 - $110,000

Job Description

The Capital Project Manager serves an integral function for Facilities Management & Capital Planning by overseeing and directing the design and construction of the university's capital construction program. This role is responsible for managing capital project budgets, tracking the campus deferred maintenance backlog and assisting the Sr Director in the development of a 10-year Capital Improvement Plan. The Capital Project Manager supervises contractors and consultants to ensure that projects are efficiently managed from conception to completion using industry-standard project management methodologies and software tools. This position will also act as a primary contact for all internal facilities project requests and will support the leadership in identifying and implementing strategies that allow for the effective allocation of space across departments. This position provides strategic guidance on space planning and allocation, utilizing data-driven analysis to optimize space utilization across campus and support institutional growth. The Capital Project Manager promotes the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion through diverse vendor engagement and inclusive design principles, while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and environmental consciousness in the workplace. If a conditional offer is accepted, applicants must pass a thorough background check, including fingerprinting. Based on the nature of the work, the position is primarily on-campus, with some telework possible on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

Engage stakeholders across campus on facilities and campus needs and then prioritize projects and develop estimates for evaluation that will be incorporated into a 5-year capital budget that is aligned with the campus master plan. Collaborate with leadership within the facilities management office to develop strategies to address deferred maintenance of systems in occupied buildings and incorporate it into a 5-year capital budget. Work with Sr Director of FM&CP to get USM approval for capital projects by managing the submission process and working effectively with USM and other State Agencies during the review process. Facilitate conflict resolution among diverse stakeholder groups and manage projects in occupied facilities with minimal disruption to academic operations. Work closely with Sr Director of FM&CP to represent the University's interests in long-term Capital Investment Planning strategies. Ensure all proposed endeavors align with the campus master plan and sustainability goals. Create a comprehensive communication plan to ensure stakeholders are fully informed in all aspects of each project as it develops. Implement change management processes to support smooth transitions during construction and renovation projects. Effectively manage capital projects