Project Manager

University of Missouri, St. Louis; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri, St. Louis is seeking a Project Manager in Facilities Planning & Design to provide architectural, engineering, construction management, and project management services as the owner's representative for campus design and construction.

The role monitors schedules, resources, contracts, and quality, coordinating with internal departments and external partners to ensure compliance with codes and university objectives.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Unity Construct (formerly eBuilder) for construction projects in higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the University’s owner's representative for assigned construction projects, ensuring interests and operational needs are represented.
• Monitors contractor and consultant performance and addresses project concerns and contractual requirements.
• Manages construction project schedules and resources to meet project needs and deadlines.
• Provides construction management oversight to promote a high-quality finished product with minimal campus disruption.
• Coordinates activities with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Construction coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Unity Construct

Job description

Hiring Department

Facilities Planning & Design

Job Description

Job Summary

Provides professional architectural, engineering, constructionmanagement, and project management services for Universityconstruction and facility improvement projects. Serves as theUniversity's owner's representative throughout planning, design,and construction, ensuring projects meet contractual requirements,regulatory standards, budgetary goals, and operational needs.Oversees project schedules, resources, contractors, consultants,and construction activities to support successful project delivery.Analyzes technical and operational issues, developsrecommendations, and resolves complex problems using professionaljudgment and expertise. Collaborates with campus stakeholders andexternal partners to ensure high-quality project outcomes thatsupport the University's mission.

Primary Responsibilities

Architectural, Engineering, and Project Management Services -20%

• Provides professional architectural, engineering, and projectmanagement services for University design and construction projectsof varying size, complexity, and scope.
• Reviews and analyzes construction plans, specifications,equipment selections, and other technical documentation to verifyalignment with project requirements.
• Applies professional knowledge, technical expertise,experience, and precedent to evaluate potential solutions andprovide informed recommendations.
• Ensures project designs and construction activities comply withapplicable industry standards, building codes, engineeringpractices, University requirements, and facility objectives.
• Performs complex assignments and analyses that influence thequality, effectiveness, and outcomes of the Engineering,Construction, and Design function.

Owner's Representative and Construction Administration -20%

• Serves as the University's owner's representative for assignedconstruction projects, ensuring the University's interests,operational needs, and facility objectives are appropriatelyrepresented.
• Interprets, administers, and monitors compliance withconstruction contracts during the construction phase.
• Provides construction management oversight to promote ahigh-quality finished product while minimizing disruption to campusoperations and activities.
• Monitors contractor and consultant performance and addressesproject concerns, discrepancies, and contractual requirements.
• Exercises professional judgment in identifying gaps, evaluatinginformation from multiple sources, and recommending appropriatecorrective actions or solutions.

Project Schedule, Resources, and Delivery - 20%

• Manages construction project schedules and coordinatesactivities to support timely and efficient project completion.
• Monitors contractor and consultant staffing and resourcerequirements to verify that appropriate resources are available tomeet project needs.
• Tracks and expedites the fabrication and delivery of materialsand equipment to reduce delays and maintain project schedules.
• Identifies schedule, resource, and delivery risks and workswith project stakeholders to develop practical mitigationstrategies.
• Coordinates project activities and priorities across internalteams, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Technical Analysis and Problem Resolution - 20%

• Analyzes routine through complex technical and operationalissues and develops solutions or recommendations based onprofessional experience, sound judgment, and applicableprecedent.
• Approaches complex problems from multiple perspectives andidentifies opportunities to improve existing processes, designs, orsolutions.
• Reviews information from multiple sources, identifies gaps orinconsistencies, and determines appropriate next steps.
• Provides technical perspectives and recommendations thatinfluence project decisions and University outcomes.
• Promotes efficient workflows, productivity, and consistentquality within the project team and across related functionalareas.

Communication, Collaboration, and Stakeholder Coordination -20%

• Communicates complex, technical, difficult, or sensitiveinformation in a manner appropriate to the audience and verifiesunderstanding.
• Collaborates with University departments, project teams,consultants, contractors, regulatory representatives, and otherinternal and external stakeholders.
• Builds consensus among stakeholders with differing projectpriorities, technical perspectives, or operational needs.
• Coordinates activities that affect customers, campusoperations, project delivery, and services provided by thedepartment and related teams.
• Maintains effective working relationships and supports timelycommunication throughout the planning, design, and constructionphases.

As with all positions, may perform other job-relatedresponsibilities as needed to support departmental and campus-wideneeds.

Core Competencies

• Architectural and engineering principles
• Construction and contract administration
• Project planning and management
• Technical analysis and problem-solving
• Regulatory and code compliance
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Professional judgment and decision-making
• Written and verbal communication
• Collaboration and consensus-building
• Customer and stakeholder service
• Organization and attention to detail
• Quality and process improvement

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Work is performed in both office and construction site environmentswith frequent interaction with contractors, consultants,architects, engineers, University personnel, and otherstakeholders. The position requires regular travel throughoutcampus, including visits to active construction sites, mechanicalspaces, and other University facilities. Responsibilities includeprolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and reviewingtechnical documents, plans, and specifications. The role requiresthe ability to navigate construction environments and occasionallylift or move project-related materials and equipment. The positioninvolves sustained analytical thinking, problem-solving,decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple complexprojects and competing priorities while meeting deadlines.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility forfull-time staff. Provides functional leadership and projectoversight for architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, andother project stakeholders involved in assigned construction andfacility improvement projects. Coordinates and monitors the work ofexternal vendors and project teams to ensure compliance withproject requirements, schedules, quality standards, and contractualobligations. May provide guidance, technical expertise, andmentoring to departmental staff and project participants asneeded.

Shift

40 hours/week. Monday thru Friday (additional time may be requireddue to Capital Project needs)

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education andexperience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparableknowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Unity Construct (previously named eBuilder)

Project Manager/ Construction Project Manager experience in aHigher Education environment

Anticipated Hiring Range

$70,512 - $87,427

Grade: GGS-012

University Title: CSM PROJECT MANAGER

Internal applicants can determine their University title byaccessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parentalleave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for allfour UM System campuses. For additional information on Universitybenefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of HumanResources at [e-mail].