Facilities Project Manager

umd; Maryland; On-site; USD 102,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applications for a full-time, six-month Project Facilities Manager within UMES-Physical Plant/Operations. The role leads campus renovation and capital improvement projects from planning through closeout, working with campus leaders, design professionals, contractors, and consultants.

Reporting to the Director, it provides meaningful project ownership and hands-on involvement in the design and construction process in a higher education environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; five years of progressively responsible experience in project management and complexity.
• Master’s degree preferred; construction management or related field is a plus.
• Experience in institutional or higher education settings and with renovation or laboratory projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage renovation and capital improvement projects from scope development through construction closeout.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to advance design and construction activities.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure alignment with institutional goals.
• Review construction documents, submittals, RFIs, and change orders with senior leadership.
• Conduct site visits and maintain organized project documentation.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Department of Facilities, Facilities Planning, Design & Construction invites applicants to apply for a full-time, temporary, contractual, exempt position. This is a six-month position with no regular benefits. The position reports to the Director.

The Project Facilities Manager plays a key role in delivering campus renovation and capital improvement projects that directly support the University’s academic, research, and student life mission. This position manages small to mid-sized projects and supports larger capital initiatives from early planning through construction and closeout.

Working within Facilities Planning, Design & Construction, the Project Facilities Manager collaborates with campus leaders, design professionals, contractors, and consultants to translate institutional needs into well-executed built outcomes. The role provides meaningful project ownership, exposure to a diverse portfolio of institutional work, and hands-on involvement in the design and construction process within a dynamic higher education environment. It is well suited for a motivated professional with several years of experience who is ready to take on increasing project responsibility while contributing to the long-term development of the campus.

Salary: $10,000 per month

Benefits: Benefits - No regular benefits. Safe and Sick Leave Only.

Safe and Sick Leave Guidelines:

• Pursuant to the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act, if you are regularly scheduled to work a minimum of 12 hours a week, you will be entitled to accrue Sick and Safe leave at the rate of 1 (one) hour for every 30 hours worked up to a maximum accrual of 40 hours per calendar year.
• You may carry over up to 40 hours of Sick and Safe leave per calendar year.
• You may use up to 64 hours of accrued Sick and Safe leave per calendar year and may accrue up to a maximum of 64 hours of Sick and Safe leave in total at any time.
• You will not be eligible to use Sick and Safe leave until 106 days from your date of hire. Sick and Safe leave balances will be carried over for contract renewals. Upon termination from employment, you will not be entitled to payment for any unused Sick and Safe leave balance; however, if you leave employment and are re-employed within 37 weeks of your last contract termination date, you will be entitled to have any unused Sick and Safe leave reinstated.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned renovation and capital improvement projects from scope development through construction closeout
• Coordinate with campus stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to advance design and construction activities
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure alignment with institutional goals
• Review construction documents, submittals, RFIs, and change orders in collaboration with senior leadership
• Conduct site visits to observe progress and support quality control
• Maintain organized project documentation and provide regular project status updates
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferences: (Education and Experience)

• Master’s degree.
• Degree area in one of the following: Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a related field
• Five to ten years of progressively responsible experience managing capital construction projects.
• Experience in institutional or higher education settings
• Experience with renovation or laboratory projects
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and project scheduling tools
• Strong attention to detail and accountability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Collaborative working style.
• Experience with sustainability, deferred maintenance planning, or research/laboratory facilities is a plus.

Preferences: (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities)

• Technical Knowledge
• Knowledge of:
• Construction methods and scheduling
• Building codes and ADA compliance
• Procurement and contracting processes
• State capital project requirements and public bidding laws
• Facilities planning and campus master planning
• Ability to read and interpret:
• Architectural and engineering drawings
• Construction specifications
• Budgets and schedules
• Financial and Administrative Skills:
• Experience managing large project budgets and cost controls
• Ability to monitor project expenditures, change orders, and contingency usage
• Familiarity with capital budgeting and reporting requirements
• Strong contract administration skills
• Leadership and Communication:
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to coordinate among multiple stakeholders including:
• Architects and engineers
• Contractors
• Campus leadership
• Faculty, staff, and students

Physical Demands:

• May be required to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting.
• May be required to work in adverse weather conditions.
• May be required to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
• May be required to operate a variety of equipment to include office equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in project management and complexity. Three (3) years of experience in a lead or supervisory role.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge of project management best practices.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.

Ability in project planning, execution, and risk management.

Ability to management deadlines and budgetary guidelines.

Additional Job Description

Preferences:

• Licenses/ Certifications:
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• LEED accreditation

Department

UMES-VPAA-Physical Plant/Operations

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Contractual (C1) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$10,000 per month

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.