Strategic Facilities Project Lead — Assistant Director

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 89,877 - 179,754; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking an Assistant Director of Project Management within the Facilities Management Department in Durham, NC. The role leads design, engineering, and construction coordination on smaller or less complex capital projects and supports larger initiatives as needed.

You will drive planning through commissioning, work with diverse university partners, manage budgets and schedules, ensure compliance with procurement rules, and mentor project teams toward successful, safe project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in design, construction, and project management; master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in university setting or institutional facilities desirable.
• Professional license and related master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, design, and construction of smaller projects with university entities.
• Meet with clients to determine project requirements and funding needs.
• Develop capital approval submissions and manage project committee activities.
• Monitor costs, schedules, and ensure compliance with procurement rules.

Skills

Design process knowledge

Bid estimation & negotiation

MS Office proficiency

Contract documents reading

Budget & scheduling management

Multi-project management

Communication & negotiation

Construction site safety awareness

Leadership/presentation

Cost control & change orders

Safety planning familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Duke University is seeking an Assistant Director of Project Management within the Facilities Management Department in Durham, NC. The role leads design, engineering, and construction coordination on smaller or less complex capital projects and supports larger initiatives as needed.

You will drive planning through commissioning, work with diverse university partners, manage budgets and schedules, ensure compliance with procurement rules, and mentor project teams toward successful, safe project