Senior Campus Construction Project Manager

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Education assistance

Job summary

The University of Central Florida's Planning, Design and Construction Department in Facilities seeks a Construction Project Manager III to oversee design and construction of campus facilities, align with schedules and budgets, and represent leadership when needed.

You will manage contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants, mentor junior managers, ensure safety and compliance, and monitor costs and procurement strategies to deliver multi-million-dollar projects on time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• 6+ years of experience in managing complex construction projects, including oversight of contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants with a focus on higher education classrooms.
• Advanced certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), LEED Accreditation, or a Master’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in capital budget management, including developing and managing project budgets, cost tracking, and identifying potential financial risks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of construction projects, including managing contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants, ensuring compliance with the Project Manager Manual.
• Support sustainability goals and address design or implementation issues in collaboration with project teams.
• Review project scopes and documents before bidding and permits.
• Conduct inspections to ensure adherence to safety codes and regulations.
• Develop and manage budgets and cost-tracking reports, identifying and resolving potential financial or quality issues.
• Negotiate change orders and contract modifications with stakeholders.
• Prepare estimates, bids, and GMP; ensure timely payments for designers and contractors.
• Create and manage project schedules to meet deadlines.
• Develop purchasing strategies to address pre-construction challenges.
• Monitor contractor performance and track progress against the schedule.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Sustainability

Safety compliance

Negotiation

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Trimble Unity Construct

Microsoft Project

Procore

Microsoft 365

Job description

The University of Central Florida's Planning, Design and Construction Department in Facilities seeks a Construction Project Manager III to oversee design and construction of campus facilities, align with schedules and budgets, and represent leadership when needed.

You will manage contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants, mentor junior managers, ensure safety and compliance, and monitor costs and procurement strategies to deliver multi-million-dollar projects on time.