Construction Project Portfolio Manager

University of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

University Operations at the University of Central Florida is seeking Project Portfolio Managers to provide leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for portfolios of capital construction, deferred maintenance, and renewal projects with a total value exceeding $140 million. The role leads project management professionals, manages client relationships, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with university standards and objectives. The Project Portfolio Manager is the primary point of contact for assigned clients and oversees projects from planning and design through construction and closeout. The position reports to the Senior Director and/or Assistant Vice President of Planning, Design & Construction. The role includes leading portfolio planning and delivery, managing project teams and external service providers, monitoring project performance, supporting procurement and continuous improvement, and conducting site visits and inspections. The position works on-site at UCF as its primary work location and may require driving to locations on and off campus for university business. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. UCF is hiring for multiple vacancies.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Valid Class E driver's license.
Authorization to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship and H-1B transfers are not available.
Ability to work on-site at UCF as the primary work location.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing large-scale capital construction portfolios.
Experience supervising and mentoring project management professionals.
Knowledge of public-sector or higher education construction practices.
Experience working with architects, engineers, contractors, and consulting firms.
Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning skills.
Professional certification such as PMP, CCM, or a related credential.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee a portfolio of capital construction, renovation, deferred maintenance, and renewal projects.
Manage project workload assignments and forecast future resource needs to support portfolio objectives.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for project management staff, including Senior Project Managers.
Serve as the primary point of contact for portfolio clients and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
Monitor portfolio budgets, schedules, progress, quality, and performance metrics to identify and resolve issues.
Ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, standards, and project management practices.
Direct and coordinate complex construction projects from planning and design through construction and closeout.
Manage contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants to support successful project execution.
Review project scope, plans, specifications, and construction documents for constructability and to minimize change orders.
Monitor project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
Provide technical guidance on design and construction challenges and facilitate timely issue resolution.
Conduct site visits and inspections to verify compliance with contract requirements, building codes, safety regulations, and university standards.
Support campus sustainability initiatives through new construction and renovation projects.
Assist with preparing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Bid (ITBs), and other procurement documents.
Provide guidance in selecting architectural, engineering, and construction service providers.
Support reporting and performance tracking for project portfolios and team productivity.
Promote continuous improvement through process enhancements, lessons learned, and best practices.
Drive to various locations on and off campus to conduct university business as needed.