FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER III

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Institute of Architects is seeking a Facilities Project Manager III to oversee design and construction projects at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management and at least six years of related experience. The successful candidate will manage multiple projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and efficiency in design and construction. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential for coordinating these initiatives effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of relevant project management experience.
• Experience in managing design and construction projects.
• Knowledge of safety codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and construction phases to meet project scope and budget.
• Coordinate and direct multiple projects simultaneously.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts and manage vendor payments.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER III

Posting Number: SRGV8860

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Edinburg, Texas

Department: Planning and Construction

FLSA: Exempt

Scope of Job

Provides professional project management and direction of design and construction projects for The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) facilities, from project initiation through completion of project design, construction, and warranty phases. Responsible for directing, managing and tracking overall project design and construction phases to meet the established project scope, budget, and delivery schedule.

Description of Duties

• Directs, manages, and tracks overall project design and construction phases to meet the established project scope, budget, and delivery schedule. Projects may include new construction, fit out of shell spaces, renovation, and maintenance of existing facilities and campus infrastructure.
• Applies complex project control processes to track progress, ensure consistency, and mitigate risks to ensure compliance with Board of Regents rules & regulations and all applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
• Ensures construction projects are in compliance with all applicable life safety codes, state procurement codes, the campus master plan and facilities standards.
• Responsible for coordination of design and directing construction services as required for multiple projects.
• Assesses and establishes specific needs and project scope requirements, evaluates alternatives, prepares budget estimates and delivery schedule.
• Responsible for the project's planning phase, which includes the preparation of a facilities space program to be used for budgeting estimating and design purposes.
• Secures project funding and procures service of design consultants or service vendors required to complete the project scope of work.
• Prepares and negotiates contracts and approves payments to vendors.
• Manages multiple large and complex capital project accounts simultaneously and approves account reconciliations in accordance

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

None.

Licenses/Certifications

Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) 30 hr certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire. As a condition of employment, this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for official University business. Applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty‑six month history. Out‑of‑State drivers are required to submit a 36‑month history MVR from their prior State of residence. Preferred: Registered Architect or Professional Engineer License. Project Management certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or similar.

Required Experience

Six (6) years of related work experience providing project management of design and/or construction activities. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a one-to-one basis.

Preferred Experience

Related work experience providing project management of design and construction activities for renovations and new construction of institutional or commercial facilities. Experience in construction management obtained within a higher education, health care and/or commercial facilities setting.

Equipment

Use of standard office/construction equipment. Use of REVIT, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam software. Use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, presentation, facility management, task management, budget reporting, and project management software.

Working Conditions

Work must be performed in office, industrial, or construction environment conditions; some travel, evenings, nights, and weekends required. Exposure to all weather conditions, especially extreme temperatures. Possible exposure to chemicals and chemical fumes, electrical and mechanical hazards. May occasionally require working at heights, in confined spaces, around rotating machinery, energized systems, bio‑hazards or chemicals. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, reach, push, and pull. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. UTRGV is a distributed institution and may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Demonstrates strong leadership, management, and organizational skills. Strong background in facilities planning, budgeting, and construction methods preferably for higher education type projects. Knowledge of regulations regarding accessibility and hazardous materials found in buildings. Knowledge of laws and ordinances regulating construction and operation. Knowledge of project planning and management principles, budget preparation, expense control, and understanding of bid and purchasing procedures, performing all facets of projects such as the coordination, demolition, inspection, security, title clearance, soil testing, permits, etc. Ability to maintain confidentiality of work‑related information and materials. Ability to read construction plans and specifications. Ability to interpret legal descriptions of leases, easements, restrictive covenants, and all similar documents affecting real estate property. Ability to create and lead presentations related to facilities and projects. Strong interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy. Ability to collaborate with others to reach mutually beneficial goals and objectives. Ability to negotiate, evaluate, and administer contracts. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Full‑Time

Minimum Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Commensurate with Experience

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.