Construction Project Manager

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

5d•$117,996 - $128,004•Hybrid

About The Position

UW Facilities Maintenance & Construction has an outstanding opportunity for a Construction Project Manager. This position is based on the Seattle campus and is eligible for hybrid teleworking. Reporting to the Construction Assistant Director, the Construction Project Manager leads the planning, design, procurement, construction, and acceptance of facilities construction projects across the University of Washington campus. This position manages multiple maintenance, renovation, refresh, and minor alteration projects simultaneously while serving as the University's representative throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, supervisors, and in-house trades, the Construction Project Manager delivers high-quality projects that are completed safely, within scope, on schedule, and within budget while supporting the University's operational and strategic priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering and five years related work experience.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Demonstrated proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated strength in project documentation and development.
Demonstrated experience in a broad range of project types.
Demonstrated attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks and deliverables.
Demonstrated experience with, and knowledge of safety regulations, building codes, environmental agency requirements, and life safety standards.
Excellent critical thinking skills.
Ability to anticipate and recognize problems, and develop and implement creative, cost-effective solutions.
Ability to function within a complex regulatory environment.
Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret and apply standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and successfully prioritize and coordinate multiple programs and assigned tasks.
Demonstrated flexibility to meet changing and unpredictable requirements.
Must possess strong personal integrity, trustworthiness, and professional work ethic.
Proven ability to lead by example in both performance and behavior.
Demonstrated positive, optimistic, success-oriented attitude and ability to positively support the organization, applicable policies, and management decisions.
Proven ability to take direction, meet expectations, and work cohesively as a member of a team.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills and a proven ability to work successfully with people at all levels throughout the organization and with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
Must be able to maintain professional behavior and composure in a fast-paced, dynamic, customer service-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume project environment.
Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project.
Experience with tenant improvement projects or managing renovation projects in higher education, healthcare, or research environments.
Certification as a Project Manager, Registered Engineer or Architect in the State of Washington, and/or LEED Certification.
Experience with process improvement initiatives such as Lean or Balanced Scorecard and experience working in occupied healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple maintenance, renovation, refresh, and minor alteration projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, including intake, scoping, planning, design, estimating, procurement, scheduling, construction, and closeout.
Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, construction drawings, cost estimates, and client proposals while ensuring projects meet approved scope, budget, quality, and schedule objectives.
Manage consultant and contractor procurement, negotiate contracts, review change orders, approve invoices, monitor contract compliance, and oversee project documentation and closeout activities.
Coordinate with consultants, contractors, in-house trades, and the Regulated Materials Group to support design, hazardous materials planning, demolition, and construction activities.
Support Construction programs including ADA improvements, Minor Works, Program Renewal, Conservation initiatives, and other assigned facilities projects.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients by leading meetings, communicating project status, resolving project issues, and providing financial, schedule, and progress updates.
Partner with Supervisors, Superintendents, Construction Coordinators, Schedulers, Shop Leads, and project teams to coordinate work, resolve issues, and ensure successful project delivery.
Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and campus partners while maintaining effective project governance and exceptional customer service.
Monitor project budgets, billable time, purchasing activities, financial reporting, and project performance metrics to support efficient project delivery and organizational goals.
Prepare project assessments, financial closeout reports, purchase requests, and other project documentation while maintaining accurate project records and University Facilities databases.
Evaluate project delivery approaches, including public works CAP limitations, and recommend alternative delivery methods or escalation when appropriate.
Support University strategic initiatives by collaborating with Asset Management and maintaining accurate project information to support campus planning and facility management.