Facilities Project Manager

Rice University • Houston, TX

398d • $85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Facilities Project Manager at Rice University is responsible for managing all aspects of new construction and renovation projects on campus. This role involves preparing budget estimates, overseeing design professionals, managing contractor selection, and providing regular updates on project progress to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a background in maintenance, construction, or architecture, and will be comfortable interacting with both maintenance crews and administration. This position is essential and requires on-site presence to effectively carry out its functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of work experience managing projects in higher education, research, or healthcare.
• Effective written, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and lead cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of codes and specifications relevant to project delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects within budget and schedule criteria.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction.
• AIA member or Professional Engineer certification.
• Experience with office and construction productivity software (Procore, PlanGrid, etc.).
• Advanced management degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of new construction and renovation projects.
• Prepare budget estimates and reports.
• Prepare project and contract documents.
• Oversee outside design professionals and their selection.
• Manage the contractor selection process.
• Provide regular updates on project progress to campus customers and administration.
• Prepare reports for the Capital Governance Committee and Rice Board of Trustees.
• Provide oversight and coordination of multiple projects in various phases concurrently.
• Assist with defining design criteria and developing design concepts for all University projects.
• Lead and direct projects requiring high levels of functional integration.
• Investigate installation failures and recommend corrections.
• Participate in developing/updating project management procedures and standards.

Benefits

• Full-time position with benefits eligibility.
• Salary range of $85,000 to $95,000 based on qualifications and experience.

What This Job Offers

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