Senior Project Manager - Capital Projects

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee significant capital projects in a vibrant academic environment. This role involves managing complex projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with budget and quality standards. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and coordination, working closely with diverse teams to deliver impactful results. With a focus on innovative solutions and community engagement, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a prestigious institution while enjoying a hybrid work environment. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence and make a difference in the heart of Washington, D.C.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in managing design and construction projects.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale projects from design through construction and handover.
• Coordinate project teams and ensure adherence to budgets and schedules.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

CADD

MS Project

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Capital Projects

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Senior Project Manager manages projects which are characterized by large size and dollar value, complexity or unusual features, from design concept stage through construction documents, bidding, and construction administration, to close out and turn over to clients and operations and maintenance (O&M) personnel. They provide direction and coordination of project teams composed of clients, consultant architects and engineers, construction managers, contractors, O&M personnel, contracting specialists, and fellow project managers. Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Obtain and assist in the solicitation of project approvals from internal University entities, appropriate government agencies, and community interest groups.
2. Develop and ensure adherence to project budgets, schedules, and GU campus plan, quality, and code standards.
3. Oversee the performance of design reviews, supporting projects across campus.
4. Conduct or solicit on-site inspections of all aspects of assigned projects to evaluate A/E designers and contractor performance, confirming the satisfactory progression of work.
5. Perform designs of small projects, resolving problems involving the principles or practice of conceptual planning within the context of Master Planning, and the application of CADD proficiency relating to development of facilities planning studies, problem solving, and manipulation of data base information for development of reports as well as verbal and written presentations.
6. Perform special project activities requiring application of technical expertise to the development of solutions to unusually difficult problems, as assigned.

Work Interactions

This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Capital Projects, Planning and Facilities Management, along with a Project Manager for Small Projects. They perform project management duties under general direction, manage multiple projects concurrently with budget values in the range of $5K to $50M per project and concurrently manage small scale designs, problem solving analyses and reports. The incumbent is responsible for reviews of all projects managed by the office for adequacy of all aspects of complete design; code compliance and GU standards. The incumbent must coordinate all project design issues with Georgetown clients as well as appropriate staff counterparts in the other Planning and Facilities Management areas, the Department of Public Safety, the Office of University Information Services, and representatives from Student Affairs and Residential Living. They manage multiple project teams; each consisting of from five to twenty team members. The Senior Project Manager must hold consultant and contractor team members accountable for performance of work stipulated by the contract scope of work and schedule.

Requirements and Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; Architecture or Landscape Architecture; Construction or Project Management degrees preferred.
2. Five to ten years of progressively responsible experience managing the design, construction and contract administration of facilities renovations and new construction.
3. A high level of interpersonal skills for daily interaction with faculty and staff, clients, GU managers, team members, and public agency officials.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, a variety of matrices, verbal presentations, and code analyses.
6. Must be computer literate with specific knowledge of CADD and MS Project or other software (e.g., Primavera, etc).
7. MS Office fluency.
8. State Registration as an Engineer or Architect is preferred.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $80,429.00 - $157,238.93. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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