Senior Project Manager, Housing

Dartmouth College

Hanover (NH)

On-site

USD 128,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH seeks a Senior Project Manager for housing projects, overseeing design, cost estimating, budgeting, scheduling, permitting, construction and turnover of undergraduate housing facilities.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least ten years in capital construction, LEED knowledge, and strong stakeholder management; on-site work with design teams and campus partners, ensuring projects stay on time and within budget.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (architecture, engineering or construction/project management) or the equivalent.
Ten years in planning, design and administering major capital construction projects.
Experience managing the full life cycle of project delivery including the planning and design process.
Field experience on construction sites.
Knowledge of LEED Certification process and/or experience with Design and construction of LEED certified buildings.
Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.
Ability to develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow projections and schedules.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct all design-phase activities including strong design management through the conceptual design, schematic design, and design development phases of work.
Manage the project design team and College stakeholders to support development of construction documents consistent with the approved project scope and budget.
Coordinate the development and review of design documents at each phase of planning and design.
Support design team activities and facilitates timely decision making.
Participate as a senior member of a team of professionals in early project planning and programming.
Is able to negotiate and resolve confrontational issues as they arise.
Identify, scope, and manage relevant enabling work/projects and swing space requirements.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Construction knowledge

LEED knowledge

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

OSHA standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (architecture, engineering or construction/project management) or the equivalent.

Tools

e-Builder

Job description

Position Information

Posting date 02/28/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1129237

Position Title Senior Project Manager, Housing

Hiring Range Minimum $127,700

Hiring Range Maximum $150,000

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Location of Position Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. n/a

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

The position of Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of major capital projects in a manner that promotes responsible and innovative stewardship of the Dartmouth campus. The projects will be the delivery of undergraduate housing in the form of new construction and renewal. Senior PM oversight responsibilities include planning, design, cost estimating, budget and schedule control, permitting, construction and close-out/ turnover of completed projects.

Project Management Services is part of Campus Services with a focus on space management, campus and project planning, and the design and construction of campus buildings and landscapes. Dartmouth facilities include over 5 million square feet of space in 165 buildings, serving over 6,000 students and 4,000 faculty and staff in a variety of academic, research, administrative, athletic, and residential spaces.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (architecture, engineering or construction/project management) or the equivalent.
Ten years in planning, design and administering major capital construction projects.
Experience managing the full life cycle of project delivery including the planning and design process.
Field experience on construction sites.
Knowledge of LEED Certification process and/or experience with Design and construction of LEED certified buildings.
Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.
Ability to develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow projections and schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work with diverse and at times opposing constituencies.
Familiarity with Town, State, and Federal codes and ordinances.
Familiar with property rights, easements, surveys, and other entitlements.
Skills in interpreting architectural and construction contracts.
Knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and regulations
Familiarity with high performance building and landscape design and construction standards.

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-3323

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Lindsay Walkinshaw, Director Undergraduate Housing Projects

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Preferred, but not required

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Percentage Of Time

Planning/ Programming/ Design Management

Manage and direct all design-phase activities including strong design management through the conceptual design, schematic design, and design development phases of work.
Manage the project design team and College stakeholders to support development of construction documents consistent with the approved project scope and budget.
Coordinate the development and review of design documents at each phase of planning and design.
Support design team activities and facilitates timely decision making.
Participate as a senior member of a team of professionals in early project planning and programming.
Is able to negotiate and resolve confrontational issues as they arise.
Identify, scope, and manage relevant enabling work/projects and swing space requirements.

Construction/ Close-Out/ Operations Turnover Management

Oversee the College’s project field staff and oversees consistent project management practices and protocols.
Responsible, with colleagues, for development of major capital project delivery strategies.
Manage the bidding and construction process to ensure an on-budget and timely delivery of the facility. Participate in the owner’s construction meetings to review construction progress and quality. Monitor, negotiate, and report on all Change Proposals and Change Orders and report on impact to project schedule and budget.
Responsible for project quality control.
Oversee owner contracts for site surveys, owner testing and additional specialty consulting as necessary.
Arrange and monitor the timely and orderly Project Closeout activities. Work with consultants and operations personnel to prepare a punch-list for the contractor and ensure punch-list items have been addressed appropriately. Ensure timely financial closeout of all vendors.
Knowledge and understanding of site work including foundations, utilities, storm-water management, and required third-party inspection process.
Very comfortable with electronic project controls systems and regularly update owner systems such as e-Builder.

Financial Oversight

Review and authorize for payment project invoices within appropriate signing authority. Review and recommend course of action for all project invoices that fall outside approved signing authority level.
Guide design decisions by stakeholders to maintain the project scope within the approved budget. Coordinate the value engineering process.
Is responsible for project cost control. Develop and monitor project cash flow projections, including those that impact operations that are on-going during construction.
Provide budget updates, review proposed change orders and discuss project issues with the Director as needed.
Necessary financial acumen with respect to cost estimating, cash flow projections, and regular project or program budget updates and communication.
Review financial reports with project leaders and other financial officials at the College.

Jurisdictional Authorities

Together with other Campus Services constituents, coordinate submissions to Jurisdictional Authorities for permitting. Acts as primary representative of the College throughout the entire project entitlement process.
Ensure compliance with regulations and all authorities having jurisdiction.
Coordinate Jurisdictional Authorities to secure the Certificate of Occupancy in an expeditious manner.

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB -related initiatives within the division and College

-- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

-- Performs other duties as assigned.

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