Owner's Representative/Project Manager

Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition benefits

Pre-tax retirement benefits

Job summary

The University of Nebraska seeks an experienced Owner's Representative/Project Manager to oversee multiple small to mid-size facility projects in Lincoln, NE. You will advise clients through planning, design and construction, develop budgets, manage schedules, and coordinate with design/construction teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Required are 3 years of owner’s representative project management experience, proficiency in MS Office, and knowledge of 2D/3D design tools (e.g.,

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in owner's representative project management functions.
• Experience developing budgets or cost estimates for facilities work.
• Managing multiple upgrade/renovation projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with MS Office (MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of 2D/3D design processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and advise University clients throughout design and construction.
• Integrate planning, design, and construction activities for several projects.
• Develop budgets and cost estimates for facilities projects.
• Prioritize competing tasks to meet schedule and budget requirements.
• Coordinate with design and construction teams and campus stakeholders.

Skills

Owner's representative

Project management

MS Project

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

REVIT

AutoCAD

3D design

Education

Architecture

Engineering

Construction Management

Interior Design or related field

Tools

MS Project

REVIT

AutoCAD

3D design

Job description

The Owner's Representative/ Project Manager (PM) is the University's representative to oversee and advise University clients/user groups throughout the design and construction process. Provides owner's representative and project management services, as directed, for several small to medium sized projects in varying phases simultaneously; will prioritize competing tasks to ensure projects are completed within specified requirements, schedule and budget; integrates various aspects of project management and delivery, to include developing budgets or cost estimates, planning, design, construction, occupancy, and warranty for modified University facilities. Assigned projects will vary in scope and include complexities requiring initiative, communication, risk management thinking, and problem solving as well as knowledge of project planning and scheduling for construction trades.

University of Nebraska employees enjoy a flexible benefits program allowing you to customize your benefits to suit your personal needs; paid vacation and sick leave in addition to 13 paid holidays; access to career-advancing educational programs, including and employee and dependent tuition benefit applicable at any of the NU campuses; and immediate vesting pre-tax retirement benefits.

Required Qualifications:

3 years experience in performing owner's representative project management functions such as integration and oversight of planning, design, or construction of facilities.

• Demonstrated experience developing budgets and/or cost estimating to support facility construction repair, renewal or renovations.
• Project management experience integrating and providing oversight to planning, design and construction activities
• Managing multiple upgrade or renovation projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of software programs (MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated knowledge and basic skills with 2D and 3D design

Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills with attention to detail

Must have a valid driver's license is required to drive a university vehicle for campus visits

Equivalent combination of education and experience, that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant coursework/specialized training inArchitecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Interior Design or related field

Demonstrated proficiency inREVIT, 3D design, AutoCAD

Prior work experience as an Owner's Representative

Demonstrated experience with project or campus planning, classroom design, and/or cost estimating

Experience using project management systems

Additional Information:

The ideal candidate is an agile professional with strong interpersonal communication skills, flexibility and responsiveness; exhibits high ethical standards; proficient in managing time and competing priorities; responsive and committed to supporting, and motivating staff; committed to the ideals of a major public research university.

Special Instructions:

Please note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

This position is not eligible for an alternative worksite arrangement and will be located on-site in Lincoln, NE.

Campus Name: University of Nebraska System (UNOP)

Org Unit: Facilities Planning&Capital Prgrms UNCA

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: [e-mail]

The University of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the University of Nebraska to adopt and support measures designed to prevent and eliminate discrimination against employees and prospective employees of the University of Nebraska based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska does not condone or tolerate discrimination.