Project Manager, Facilities Management

Facilities Project Manager Job Description

The Facilities Project Manager is responsible for managing multiple aspects of the planning, design, budget, renovation, and installation processes for the Project Management unit in Facilities Management. The Manager reports to and assists the Assistant Vice President with long-range project planning, and represents the university interacting with a variety of constituents including executive administration, local municipalities, faculty, staff, students, and other members of the campus community.

Manages campus renovation projects from inception to occupancy, including:

• Leading development of project scope, budget, time line, and obtaining necessary approvals
• Collaborating with Purchasing Department on RFP development and contractor selection
• Arranging expert consultation services required for university projects, such as architects, engineers, surveyors, or designers
• Serving as point of contact between university, committees, and external consultants/contractors
• Facilitating project meetings with appropriate internal and external stakeholders
• Keeping clients informed of project status, communicating any issues which impact project delivery
• Ensuring proper close-out of all projects, including final punch list and close-out documents

Oversees work of architects, engineers, contractors, and other external service providers:

• Selecting appropriate consultation specific to the needs of the projects
• Reviewing service proposals contracts, and negotiating pricing
• Managing performance under contract
• Coordinates review and approvals of design documents and cost estimates
• Ensuring adherence to university policies, procedures, safety guidelines, constructions safety procedures
• Obtains necessary approvals for job approval, change orders, and invoice

Assist with capital planning by:

• Identifying project needs and deficiencies
• Estimating project needs
• Classifying and prioritizing major projects

Supervise Project Management staff, including administrative assistant and any temporary or full time project coordinator(s):

• Lead hiring process
• Engage in performance improvement or corrective counsel as needed
• Delegate project assignments and monitor progress

Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field plus five years of related experience, an Associate degree plus professional license (General Contractor, Building Inspector) plus five years of related experience, or other equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Proficient with Microsoft office applications
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must have a valid driver's license

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.