Manager, Projects I (Small Projects)

The University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island in Kingston, RI invites applications for the role of Manager, Projects I (Small Projects). The position leads project management for construction, renovation and deferred maintenance, coordinating with the Office of Capital Program Design & Delivery – Small Projects and campus partners.

A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of design/PM experience are required. Hybrid work is eligible; salary ranges from $80,000 to $86,000 with full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, civil or mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in design, project management, and construction administration.
• Knowledge of building code requirements and standard construction details.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in written communication.
• Experience developing and analyzing data and writing reports.
• Supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate personnel to develop design and spatial efficiencies within existing building systems.
• Coordinate work with consultants and contractors for small projects.
• Develop programs with committees to meet Capital Program goals.
• Manage, inspect and document construction, renovation and deferred maintenance projects.
• Manage design and construction contracts.
• Conduct field inspections and surveys of campus grounds to document conditions.
• Determine necessary repairs and upgrades for efficient operation.
• Develop and complete budgets, schedules, permits and reports.
• Perform regulatory reviews to ensure university compliance.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data analysis

Time management

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, civil or mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

80 Lower College Road, Kingston, RI 02881

Posting Number: SF02244

Job Title: Manager, Projects I (Small Projects)

Position Number: Job code # (100657)

FTE: 1.00

FLSA: Exempt

Position Type: Professional Staff

Union: PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc

Pay Grade Range Salary Hiring Range: $80,000 - $86,000

Status: Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent

Job Description Summary

Search will be open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by 11/12/2026. Applications received after 11/12/2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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THE POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE.

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Position Summary

Provide project management services to the University community for construction, renovation and deferred maintenance projects. Provide technical and management assistance to URI’s Office of Capital Program Design & Delivery – Small Projects to coordinate with Campus Design, Capital Construction, Planning & Real Estate Development and Facilities Operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate URI personnel to develop design and spatial, physical efficiencies within existing building systems.
• Coordinate work with consultants and contractors for small projects.
• Develop programs and work with committees to achieve the Capital Program Design & Delivery – Small Projects’ goals and requirements.
• Manage, inspect and document construction, renovation and deferred maintenance projects.
• Manage design and construction contracts.
• Conduct field inspections and surveys of campus grounds to document existing conditions.
• Determine necessary repairs and upgrades for efficient and reliable use and operations.
• Develop and complete budgets, schedules, permits and reports as required.
• Perform regulatory review and research to determine requirements and to insure University compliance.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
• Personal computers, printers; word processing, spreadsheet and database software. Valid driver’s license.

Required Qualifications

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in architecture, civil or mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 2. Minimum of five years of cumulative experience in design, project management, and construction administration.
• 3. Demonstrated working knowledge of building code requirements and standard construction details; Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• 4. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• 5. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
• 6. Demonstrated experience in developing and analyzing data and writing reports.
• 7. Demonstrated supervisory experience.
• 8. Demonstrated working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• 9. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1. Demonstrated design experience in multiple types of buildings.
• 2. Demonstrated experience in A/E office.
• 3. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff and contractors.
• 4. Demonstrated computer skills (including, MS Word, EXCEL , PowerPoint, Access and MS Projects.)

EEO Statement

URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401‑874‑2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.

Environmental Conditions

This position is subject to both inside and outside work and extreme cold and hot temperatures can be encountered. The potential exists where noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils and wearing a respirator might also be encountered. This position involves traveling throughout the University and could on occasion require bending, reaching, ascending and descending ladders and stairs, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, and hearing. This position requires 24-hour call back in cases of emergency and supervisory presence, when required, on all shifts.

Physical Demands

Campus Location: Kingston

Grant Funded: No

Posting Date: 10/23/2026