Construction Project Manager I
About The Position
Project Management Manage UF/IFAS construction projects of varying scope and budget classified as minor projects. Assist in identifying capital improvement, renovation, utility infrastructure, and maintenance needs. Support development of project scopes and assist with contracting design professionals, contractors, and subcontractors. Coordinate with user groups to ensure project requirements, budgets, and timelines are met. Ensure compliance with UF policies, regulations, and funding requirements through project close‑out and warranty phases. Facilities Analysis & Technical Support Analyze existing facilities and infrastructure to support project development and cost estimating. Recommend solutions for maintenance, renovation, and infrastructure needs. Research, analyze, and compile data for assigned projects. Communicate findings and recommendations to construction and maintenance staff. Perform other duties as assigned to support UF/IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, planning or building construction or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- State university system facilities management preferred.
- Expertise in renovation and construction management.
- Experience in site planning.
- Knowledge of UF Project Tracker, myUF MarketPlace, STARS, Autodesk, BIM 360, and Eagle.
- Ability to adapt easily to new and changing software.
- Effective written and verbal communication; Exceptional negotiation skills
- Ability to secure key stakeholder investment.
- Understanding of UF funding regulations in relation to construction purchases.
- Understanding of utilities, blueprints, and basic maintenance equipment.
- Experience with building permitting, especially EH&S requirements.
Responsibilities
- Manage UF/IFAS construction projects of varying scope and budget classified as minor projects.
- Assist in identifying capital improvement, renovation, utility infrastructure, and maintenance needs.
- Support development of project scopes and assist with contracting design professionals, contractors, and subcontractors.
- Coordinate with user groups to ensure project requirements, budgets, and timelines are met.
- Ensure compliance with UF policies, regulations, and funding requirements through project close‑out and warranty phases.
- Analyze existing facilities and infrastructure to support project development and cost estimating.
- Recommend solutions for maintenance, renovation, and infrastructure needs.
- Research, analyze, and compile data for assigned projects.
- Communicate findings and recommendations to construction and maintenance staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support UF/IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
