Senior Director, Campus Project Delivery

Williams College; Williamstown (MA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams College is seeking a Director of Project Management to lead the capital design and construction program, coordinating with Facilities Operations and other campus partners. The role requires directing budgets, schedules, contracts, and teams to deliver major capital projects in alignment with the college’s mission and standards.

The DPM will collaborate with AVP Campus Planning and Operations, ensure seamless turnover to campus operations, and support long-range capital planning while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering or architecture) or related to construction or project management or the equivalent.
• Advanced degree desirable.
• Ten years of direct experience in planning, design, and management of major capital construction projects, including LEED certified buildings.
• Familiarity with high performance building and landscape design, construction and standards.
• Knowledge of utility systems, current energy efficient building systems, and energy conservation best practices.
• Documented success in meeting budget and schedule targets. Ability to develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow projections, and schedules.
• Experience with developing and implementing long-range capital and renewal programs in a higher education or similar setting.
• Strong leadership and supervision skills and experience with at least 5-plus years of experience successfully managing a team of project management professionals with comparable project activity.
• Conceptual thinker who is attentive to details.
• Familiarity with Town, State, and Federal codes and ordinances.
• Deep experience with understanding and managing architectural and construction contracts and knowledge of contract language and requirements.
• Recent construction or construction management experience on projects of comparable scale and complexity.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management and other professionals.
• Must have a LEED AP or LEED GA certification or the ability to obtain within 24 months of employment.
• PM Software – AutoCAD, REVIT, Adobe Suite, Bluebeam, Procore or other Project Management systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite – Word, Excel, Project and other programs
• Knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the capital design and construction program to ensure projects are completed consistent with institutional, stakeholder and client needs.
• Develop and maintain systems, processes and procedures that lead to consistent and desirable project results.
• Facilitate development of best-in-class design guidance and construction management processes ensuring that projects are completed on time, on budget, and in accordance with applicable building codes, zoning ordinances, energy and environmental regulations.
• Guide project management teams to establish feasible and realistic budget estimates and project schedules, and ensure projects are delivered within budget constraints and on time.
• Supervise, support and mentor Project Management staff; manage to optimize performance and ensure best practices in work methods and performance standards.
• Formulate internal administrative and operational processes to manage and mitigate risk on projects.
• Ensure all project operations within the department are conducted in accordance with safety regulations and College policy guidelines.
• Consult with the Associate Vice President for Campus Planning and Operations on strategic planning and logistical matters related to capital projects.
• Build effective relationships with design and construction partners to accomplish institutional goals and ensure cooperation between design and contractor teams.
• Implement policies to ensure cooperation between teams and high quality outcomes.
• Work closely with facilities operations to integrate operational and maintenance requirements into renewal and capital projects.
• Participate in strategic initiatives for improving stewardship of campus facilities with cross-department coordination.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction in identifying new processes to achieve an integrated project delivery system focused on customer service and facilities stewardship.
• Provide advice on architectural/engineering design, bidding and procurement, construction delivery, contract administration, and budgeting; resolve contractual claims in concert with Contracts Administrator.
• Oversee all construction budgets and activities; maintain funds, report status, and ensure expenditures align with design parameters and scope.
• Facilitate collaboration among departments and stakeholders during planning, design, construction, inspection and commissioning of projects.
• Ensure facilities comply with codes, regulations, sustainability practices, and campus standards.

Skills

Project management leadership

Budgeting & scheduling

Communication skills

LEED certification

PM software (AutoCAD, REVIT, Procore)

OSHA standards knowledge

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Advanced degree desirable

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Adobe Suite

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Williams College is seeking a Director of Project Management to lead the capital design and construction program, coordinating with Facilities Operations and other campus partners. The role requires directing budgets, schedules, contracts, and teams to deliver major capital projects in alignment with the college’s mission and standards.

The DPM will collaborate with AVP Campus Planning and Operations, ensure seamless turnover to campus operations, and support long-range capital planning while