Capital Delivery Project Manager

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Management Group is responsible for the total project management of all capital construction; new and renovations for the University of Chicago Biological Sciences Division. The majority of these projects consist of administrative, dry and wet labs to support faculty in their research efforts at the forefront of medicine and scientific research. This group is responsible for project development, client interaction, procurement of service providers and the technical and project management of the work, from concept to completion. The job uses best practices and knowledge to coordinate and execute all phases of large capital projects. Leads the construction and renovation of physical assets and bringing assets online in the most efficient and effective manner. The Capital Delivery Project Manager facilitates the design and construction of multiple projects each year to support administrative and research needs of the University of Chicago Biological Sciences Division. The person in this role serves as the University of Chicago Biological Sciences Division's (Owner) representative and works with external vendors (primarily architectural and engineering design firms and general contractors) to guide a project from design to construction completion.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

College degree in construction management, architecture, project management, engineering or other design or construction related discipline.
Experience in capital construction delivery as an owner or service provider.
Project Management Professional Certification, Licensed Engineer or Licensed Architect.
Project management ability to manage cost, schedule, scope, resources and risk.
Cost estimating.
Change management.
Knowledge of construction means and methods.
Knowledge of design management.
Project documentation.
Project controls.

Responsibilities

Works with minimal guidance to manage project planning process, including facilitating and performing value engineering, soliciting or preparing construction cost estimates, and coordinating selection of vendors and contractors.
Assists in developing the master project schedule, defining the roles and responsibilities for the whole project team.
Guides the design and construction of spaces and buildings.
Establishes and reviews project documentation, prepares monthly progress reports, and negotiates additional services and contractors change order requests.
Has a deep understanding in Facilities Project Delivery leading others to develop and recommend process improvements relating to their work on larger, complex facilities projects.
Performs other related work as needed.