PROJECT MANAGER

Texas Southern University; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University seeks a PROJECT MANAGER to coordinate capital construction and renovation initiatives. You will plan budgets, update the master plan, and serve as the liaison between the university and the Texas Board of Regents, ensuring projects stay on time and within budget.

You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, prepare solicitation documents, and oversee testing and inspections to confirm compliance with specifications and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s in construction management preferred.
• Experience coordinating capital projects with budgets up to $20M per project.
• Strong communication and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage capital construction and renovation projects.
• Prepare and analyze capital budgets; update master plan.
• Prepare RFQs/RFPs and review bids and proposals.
• Liaise between TSU, Texas Board of Regents and stakeholders.
• Oversee testing, inspections, and cost controls to meet specs.

Skills

Budgeting

Project coordination

Contract mgmt

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?

Security Sensitive Position? Yes

Hours of Work

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number TSU203809

Official TSU Title PROJECT MANAGER

Grant Title N/A

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Under general supervision of the Executive Director Facilities and Construction, this position is responsible for coordination and logistics of all activities associated with capital construction and renovation projects, including planning and preparing capital budgets, updating the master plan, liaising between the Texas Board of Regents and the Texas Southern University on all capital construction and renovation projects and maintaining physical facilities databases.

Coordinates of budgets for various construction and maintenance projects with budgets of up to $20 million per project. Prepare cost analysis reports. Conducts bid reviews and evaluations. Prepares official solicitation documents, which include writing complex statements of work and specifications for external and in-housework. Overseas or coordinates testing, acceptance and inspection to ensure compliance with specifications and cost controls and other duties as delegated by the Director of Construction.

The manager coordinates internal teams, contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, and other stakeholders to deliver construction and facility projects on time and within budget.

• Performs job duties from development and managing capital improvements including the planning, organization and coordination of construction design and engineering but not limited to.
• Assists Executive Director Facilities and Construction with annual preparation and submittal of capital budget requests and completion of forms sent to Texas Board Regent.
• Performs construction management processes from concept and pre-project planning to completion and occupancy with direct input from the Executive Director Facilities and Construction. Provides leadership in communication, coordination and conflict resolution during all phases.
• Coordinates use of Texas Southern University personnel for campus assignments with the Director of Facilities.
• In collaboration with the Executive Director Facilities and Construction and the purchasing department, prepares RFQs and RFPs to procure services related to construction, space design and facilities management.
• Acts as the liaison between the Texas Board of Regents’ Office of Facilities Development ( TBR ) and the Texas Southern University by coordinating and planning meetings for updates to the master plan.
• Reviews projects for conformance to program needs, works with other campus departments to compile various purchasing lists for movable equipment and A/V classroom technology related to capital projects.
• With user and/or department input, plans, organizes, and implements transition moves of faculty, staff and classrooms/labs during construction phases.
• Provides weekly reports to the Executive Director Facilities and Construction to update senior leaders on the status of capital construction and renovation projects at the College.
• Manages and oversees all aspects of multiple projects ranging from $0K-$20M in a calendar year to ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
• Responsible for managing multiple project(s) work scopes, costs, schedules, internal staffing, professional services, vendors, contractors and contractual deliverables. Prepares official solicitation documents, which include writing complex statements of work and specifications for construction and maintenance projects. Conduct proposal reviews and assist with contract development. Prepare cost analysis reports. Proficient in reading, redlining, blueprints, as-built, drawings, specifications, etc.
• Overseas or coordinates testing, acceptance and inspection to ensure compliance with all codes, specifications and cost controls.
• Understanding of HVAC Systems, mechanical systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems and construction and maintenance techniques in residential, commercial and industrial systems.
• Establishes criteria and standards for the design and development of facilities maintenance and construction.
• Reviews work in development of project design, schedule, and cost, and maintains follow-up through project completion.
• Serves as resident expert on matters relating to soils testing, materials testing, workability, and compositions of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structures, foundations, infrastructure, etc. Prepares and oversees approved project budgets through completion of projects.
• Manages all phases of project development relating to the maintenance and construction projects from cradle to grave. Plans, schedules, developments, designs or technical data from customer performance-based specifications that meet various codes and university standards.
• Have a working knowledge of National, Federal, State and Local Codes and Laws. Participates in advising regarding the selection of consultants, contractors, and architectural and engineering firms, and preparation of final agreements. Oversee the work of consultants, contractors and firms when engaged in the development of the university’s physical facilities and grounds.
• Acts as liaison between private developers working for the university and the department of AE&C. Participates in long range planning for the physical development of the university facilities and grounds.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $64,197.37 - $81,851.64

Education

Associate’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, building trades or closely related discipline is preferred.

Required Licensing/Certification

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Central utility systems and energy management systems.
• State and local building codes.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, organizational and written communication skills.
• Construction management principles, practices, methods, and construction contracts management, budget management procedures.
• Facility operations, building maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair practices.
• Building systems, including HVAC , electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, and life-safety systems.
• Applicable building codes, OSHA requirements, safety regulations, accessibility standards, and environmental regulations.
• Project management principles, including budgeting, scheduling, procurement,