Electrical Engineer Project Manager III (PM3)

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

72d • $115,000

About The Position

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking to hire a Electrical Engineer Project Manager III (PM3) holding a professional engineer license for the Infrastructure Team within the department of Planning, Design and Construction. PM will provide project management and leadership for infrastructure type major Capital Improvement Program (CIP, >= $10M TPC) and minor (< $10M TPC) projects at UT Austin for highly technical, mission critical, and sensitive project types. PDC is currently managing more than $2 billion in major projects in the design and construction phases, and this position is critical for the successful delivery of these projects. You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of students, staff, and faculty, thereby enhancing the student experience. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer license (PE) in the State of Texas, or licensure in another state and eligible for reciprocity with the State of Texas.
• 5 or more years' experience providing project management of engineering design and construction activities for renovations and new construction of institutional or commercial facilities.
• Working knowledge of contract documents (plans, specifications).
• Experience obtaining construction bids and negotiating construction contracts.
• Working knowledge of life safety and building codes including, NFPA 101, IBC, ASHRAE, IECC, Texas Accessibility Standards, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, among others.
• Experience using Excel, Microsoft Word, and scheduling software such as MS Project.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• 10 years of experience in the engineering field.
• Experience managing design and construction for projects in a higher education setting as the owner's representative.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or other similar demonstration of formal project management training.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership, management, organization and communication skills.
• Provide excellent customer service to meet client needs and university Design & Construction Standards.
• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing electrical construction and renovation projects.
• Provide professional direction for project teams to achieve common goals and successful projects.
• Mentor and guide PM staff with less experience, to support successful project delivery at all levels of the organization.
• Provide consistent, timely and reliable communication between all project stakeholders.
• Assist with development of project scope, budget and schedule for multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Tracks project budgets and schedules, and develops reports as directed.
• Keep facilities database software (currently FAMIS) up to date reflecting current project information.
• Procure services of Professional Service Providers (PSPs) and Construction teams and help administer agreements.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Stay current with legislation, building codes, building materials and methods, and university design and construction standards.
• Learn and maintain awareness of project safety requirements, following OSHA standards.
• Participate on committees, task forces, etc. to improve the departmental mission of excellent customer service and project delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree