Construction Project Manager (Levels I – III) (Multiple Vacancies)

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University is seeking a Construction Project Manager (Levels I–III) in Tallahassee to lead design and construction of capital projects, ensuring adherence to campus, state, and federal standards while delivering on time and within budget.

The role involves coordinating with multiple stakeholders, managing contract and budget processes, and guiding project teams through all phases of design and construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management plus related experience or education equivalent.
• Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Mgmt, or Business Admin with seven years related experience or a Bachelor’s degree with nine years related experience, or 13 years combined education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and/or construction of capital projects to ensure schedule, budget and quality meet contractually defined scope.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, design professionals, consultants, construction managers and vendors.
• Negotiate with and coordinate work of design professionals, consultants, construction managers and vendors; ensure proper contracts and change orders.
• Develop project budgets and schedules; monitor expenditures and ensure funding.
• Provide guidance to project teams, mentor staff on contract management and code compliance.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Mgmt, or Business Admin

Job description

Job Title: Construction Project Manager (Levels I – III) (Multiple Vacancies)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 62231

Department: Planning, Design & Construction

Responsibilities

The Planning, Design & Construction department offers career ladders for many of our positions which allow tenured employees promotional opportunities within their job.

The successful candidate will be hired at the most appropriate level of Project Specialist/Manager, based on education and experience.

• This position will be responsible for managing the design and/or construction process of capital improvement projects, assuring projects are designed in compliance with university, state and federal standards and programmatic requirements and completed on schedule, within budget and in compliance with a contractually defined scope and quality standards. Project scopes may include all building systems and a wide variety of project types, with a moderate level of complexity such as a clinic/laboratory. This position is typically found in Planning, Design & Construction.
• Develops project(s) description and scopes of work. Manages project communication with multiple entities related to assigned projects including but not limited to project customer, internal and external stakeholders, Design Professionals (internal and external), Consultant(s), Construction Manager(s), and vendor(s). Coordinates, conducts and/or participates in efficient, well-planned, and productive meetings throughout assigned project(s). Identifies, interfaces with, and gathers input from appropriate stakeholders. Interprets client questions/requests and responds with answers and solutions. Utilizes project management system keeping project information up to date.
• Recommends selection of, negotiates with and coordinates the work of Design Professionals, Consultant(s), Construction Managers and vendor(s). Assures contracts/agreements reflect client needs and project parameters. Reviews contract/agreement documentation for compliance and initiates change orders and amendments. Ensures project funding in place for project encumbrances. Monitors and processes payments for work of Design Professionals, Consultant(s), Construction Managers and vendor(s) as required for projects. Responsible for the project management process throughout entire project. Coordinates work of multiple projects.
• Develops project budget using resources available. Interacts with Design Professionals, users, resource personnel and others to attain the most cost-effective method for completing project. Monitors accounts/expenditures; reconcile statements. Ensures funding is in place for budget expenditures. Provides advice, prepares, and monitors project schedules for review to assure project needs are met as directed. Assures projects remain on schedule throughout course of design and/or construction.
• Monitors projects throughout lifecycle to assure scope, time and budget requirements are met. Highlights key decisions for the project team in advance of deadlines. Utilizes project management system keeping project information up to date. Provides briefings and reports that are accurate and contain appropriate detail and provides evaluations of Professionals involved in projects as requested.
• May provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching, and/or counseling to a project team. Advises and mentors staff on all contract management aspects, reviews design for code compliance, and recommends change orders and substitutions for materials, equipment, and workmanship.
• May serves as Subject matter expert and advisor to leadership on complex project requirements.

Qualifications

• Level I – Project Specialist - Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management and one year of related experience, or a combination of related post high school education and experience equal to five years.
• Level II – Project Manager - Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management and five years of related experience or a combination of related post high school education and experience equal to nine years.
• Level III – Senior Project Manager - Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Mgmt, or Business Admin and seven years related experience or a Bachelor's degree and nine years related experience, or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to 13 years.

A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or ability to obtain upon hire.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news! Learn more about our university and campuses.

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.