Sr. Facilities Project Manager

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Sr. Facilities Project Manager to oversee renovation projects across the campus. The role requires strong leadership and project management skills, with responsibilities including budgeting and coordinating with technical staff. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture and five years of relevant experience are required. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience as a project manager, architect, or engineer.
• Ability to coordinate and execute multiple simultaneous projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, develops, designs, and budgets renovation projects.
• Runs 5-15 projects in various stages of design and construction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

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Job Category

Staff & Executive - Project/Program Management/Planning

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Sr. Facilities Project Manager

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Project/Program Management/Planning

Department

IPO-Renovations & Utilities

Overview

The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sr. Facilities Project Manager for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the guidance of the Department Head/Director, the Sr. Facilities Project Manager coordinates, develops, designs, and budgets renovation projects throughout the University.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Interfaces with a dynamic team of University technical staff, including project management, maintenance, safety, controls, commissioning, and utilities groups to ensure that projects are implemented properly from conception through final acceptance.
• The Sr. Facilities Project Manager runs anywhere from 5-15 projects in various stages of design and construction with minimal supervision from the Director.
• Must be highly motivated, organized, and persistent with follow up to keep projects on schedule and under budget.
• The Sr. Facilities Project Manager is responsible for millions of dollars in design/construction work per year.
  
  

Position Status

Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

08

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary

104995.00

Annual Mid Range Salary

132896.00

Annual Maximum Salary

160796.00

Standard Hours

37.50

Union Description

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the design and construction process.
• A minimum of five years of experience in the industry as a project manager, architect or engineer.
  
  

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to coordinate and execute multiple simultaneous projects; anticipating project needs and maintaining effective communication with all involved parties throughout the process.
• Must possess strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must be familiar with the design and construction process.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• A degree in Architecture/Engineering or Construction Management and 5 years of experience in Higher Education.
  
  

Equipment Utilized

• Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Project/work order management software.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to physically get around a worksite.
  
  

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

25ST1031

Posting Open Date

05/08/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Off Campus

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

Location Details

33 Knightsbridge Rd.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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