Facilities Project Manager III

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

About The Position

Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) at Iowa State University is seeking a Facilities Project Manager III to lead the planning, design, and coordination of capital projects supporting the University's teaching, research, and outreach mission. The position manages moderate to large renovation and new construction projects, with primary responsibility for leading design-phase activities. It manages budgets, monitors design professionals' work, obtains project approvals, and serves as the primary point of contact for university clients, architects, engineers, and other professional consultants. The successful candidate brings strong project management and communication skills, leads collaborative teams, solves complex challenges, and guides projects from concept through construction. The role requires organization, attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple priorities while working with diverse stakeholders. Facilities Planning and Management supports Iowa State University's campus through professional, technical, and skilled-trades services for the University's buildings, grounds, infrastructure, and utilities. The department has more than 450 full-time employees, in addition to student staff. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without sponsorship; immigration sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Five years of related experience.
Strong project management experience.
Excellent communication skills.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
Experience managing the planning and design of commercial, institutional, or similarly complex building projects.
Experience with large, complex, or multi-phase public sector construction projects, including procurement policies and regulations.
Experience coordinating architects, engineers, design consultants, and other project stakeholders.
Experience with sustainable design and construction standards, techniques, or methods.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate activities for multiple moderate to large capital projects simultaneously, with primary responsibility for planning and design phases.
Coordinate consultant activities to ensure designs align with project goals, user needs, and university standards.
Develop project budgets, manage project funds, and coordinate required approvals throughout the project lifecycle.
Oversee design progress and help resolve challenges involving project scope, requirements, schedules, and stakeholder expectations.
Collaborate with university construction managers to support the transition from design into construction and successful project delivery.
Monitor the work of design professionals and serve as the primary point of contact for university clients, architects, engineers, and other professional consultants.