Senior Capital Project Manager

AIA Triangle; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Senior Capital Project Manager to provide project management services for campus capital improvement projects. The role oversees planning, design, and construction to ensure projects meet schedules, budgets, and state standards.

The candidate must hold a license to practice architecture or landscape architecture in North Carolina or have the ability to obtain one, and possess a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of design and construction industry.
• Ability to build consensus among groups and manage scope, budget and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage formal Capital Improvement Projects from planning through completion.
• Prepare budgets and schedules; oversee designer selection and contract negotiation.
• Review documents and monitor progress; ensure compliance with UNC/State standards and guidelines.
• Coordinate with campus partners, committees, and external designers and contractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Industry knowledge

Consensus building

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Licensed architect or landscape architect (NC)

Job description

Department Description:

Facilities Planning and Design is comprised of design professionals who are responsible for the planning, design and management of all capital improvement projects. The projects include new buildings, repairs and renovation of existing buildings, major campus infrastructure, interior design, open space improvements and preservation of historic properties. Facilities Planning and Design ensures that the projects adhere to the principles of adapted land use plan and campus development guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Position Description:

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $7,500 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE: $3,750 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $3,750 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

This position serves as a Senior Capital Project Manager to provide project management services to campus partners, ensuring that design and construction projects are on schedule, within budget, responsive to program needs and comply with or exceed UNC and State Construction Office standards and expectations.

The Facilities Planning & Design department is comprised of design professionals who are responsible for the planning, design and management of all capital improvement projects across the Chapel Hill campus, and master planning and the collection and organization of space data and mapping for the greater University.

The Capital Project Management team is specifically responsible for the planning and evaluation of space needs for campus partners and auxiliary groups, providing design project management services for the University’s Capital Improvement Projects, and land use planning to create a campus environment that supports the University’s mission through master planning, development plans and agreements. The department also facilitates Community Coordination where community concerns are addressed through adherence to all zoning regulations, permit requirements and development agreements.

Responsible for the planning and management of formal capital projects, which may range from $500,000 to in excess of $100,000,000, and may include the planning and design of new buildings, repairs and renovations of existing buildings, additions, major infrastructure and open space improvements. This involves, but is not limited to, budget and schedule preparation, designer selection, contract negotiation, document review, monitoring of project progress and resolving situations that arise during design and construction.

Works with contracted designers, campus partners, committees, authorities, contractors, and others to assure that projects are accomplished in accordance with established guidelines, master plans, policies, and procedures. Work may also involve interpreting and assisting in the development of methods and policy relating to planning and design activities, ensuring that project modifications are carried out in a timely manner, and other related duties as required.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Extensive knowledge of design and construction industry.

Ability to build consensus among groups, develop initial scope, budget and schedule for formal Capital Improvement Projects; manage projects assigned to outside consultants; and review capital improvement projects for compliance with national and state codes, standards and University guidelines.

Must possess a License to practice architecture in the State of North Carolina or have the ability to obtain one prior to start date.

Must also possess a valid North Carolina Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one prior to start date.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment and one year of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Licensed to practice architecture or landscape architecture by the North Carolina Board of Architecture or the North Carolina Board of Landscape Architects. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Qualifications and Experience:

Demonstrated architectural project design and management experience preferred. Experience with higher education or institutional capital projects and knowledge of complex building systems is also preferred.

Special Physical and Mental Requirements:

Ability to climb stairs.

Department Contact Name and Title: Quade Gallagher, Interim Assistant Director of Capital Projects

Department Contact Telephone or Email: [e-mail]

Posting Open Date:10/12/2026

Posting Close Date: 10/26/2026

Office of Human Resources Contact Information: If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.