Construction Project Portfolio Manager

UCF; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings options

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

UCF is seeking a Project Portfolio Manager within University Operations. The role leads a portfolio of capital construction, renewal, and deferred maintenance projects totaling over $140 million, guiding PM staff and managing client relationships from planning to closeout.

Requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience; PMP/CCM certification preferred. On-site role with a strong focus on safety, budget, and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combo per Fla. Stat.
• Experience leading project management staff and portfolios.
• PMP/CCM or related certification preferred.
• Knowledge of public-sector or higher education construction practices.
• Experience working with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Provide portfolio leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for capital construction and renewal projects.
• Lead a team of project management professionals including Senior Project Managers.
• Maintain strong client relationships and monitor budgets, schedules, and performance metrics.
• Direct all phases from planning through construction and closeout with compliance to standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Team management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

University Operations:

The University Operations division at UCF is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We take pride in delivering exceptional service, sharing our expertise, and upholding the highest standards to ensure a world-class campus experience.

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The Opportunity:

University Operations is seeking to hire Project Portfolio Managers. This role is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for a portfolio of capital construction, deferred maintenance, and renewal projects with a total value exceeding $140 million. This position leads a team of project management professionals, manages client relationships, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with university standards and objectives. Serving as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, the Project Portfolio Manager oversees projects throughout the full lifecycle, from planning and design through construction and closeout. This position reports to the Senior Director and/or Assistant Vice President of Planning, Design & Construction.

Responsibilities

Portfolio Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and oversee a portfolio of capital construction, renovation, deferred maintenance, and renewal projects.
• Manage project workload assignments and forecast future resource needs to support portfolio objectives.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for project management staff, including Senior Project Managers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for portfolio clients and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Monitor portfolio budgets, schedules, progress, quality, and performance metrics to proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, standards, and project management practices.

Project Management & Delivery

• Direct and coordinate all phases of complex construction projects from planning and design through construction and closeout.
• Manage contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure successful project execution.
• Review project scope, plans, specifications, and construction documents to ensure constructability and minimize change orders.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and quality standards to support successful outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance regarding design and construction challenges and facilitate timely resolution of issues.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to verify compliance with contract requirements, building codes, safety regulations, and university standards.
• Support campus sustainability initiatives through new construction and renovation projects.

Contract Administration & Continuous Improvement

• Assist in the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Bid (ITBs), and other procurement documents.
• Provide guidance in the selection of architectural, engineering, and construction service providers.
• Support reporting and performance tracking for project portfolios and team productivity.
• Promote continuous improvement through process enhancements, lessons learned, and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale capital construction portfolios.
• Experience supervising and mentoring project management professionals.
• Knowledge of public-sector or higher education construction practices.
• Experience working with architects, engineers, contractors, and consulting firms.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning skills.
• Professional certification such as PMP, CCM, or related credential.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

• The anticipated salary range for this position is $89,076 - $117,747. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.
• Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
• All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.
• This role requires the successful candidate to work on-site at UCF as their primary work location. On-site presence is an essential function of this role.
• UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional Construction Project Portfolio Manager vacancies in this department.
• Classification Title: Manager, Facilities Planning

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Facilities Planning, Design and Construction

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$89,076.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

11-10-2026-12-00-AM

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

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