Project Manager 4 (PM4)

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

79d • $132,000

About The Position

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking to hire a senior project manager (PM) with medical project management experience for the Planning, Design and Construction Department. PM will provide professional project management and leadership for major Capital Improvement Program (CIP, >$10M TPC) projects at UT Austin for highly technical, mission critical, and sensitive project types. PDC is actively managing a $1.3 billion hospital project, in partnership with the MD Anderson Cancer Center, as well as multiple time-critical enabling projects. This position is critical for the successful delivery of these projects. If you are experienced in project management, design, or construction and want to help transform facilities that engage the university community and advance the delivery of cancer medical services for central Texas, we encourage you to apply for the rewarding career opportunity with PDC. 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. If you're the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you'll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline.
• 10 or more years of experience providing project management of design and construction activities for renovations and new construction, including institutional or commercial facilities.
• 3 or more years of experience providing project management of capital projects with a Total Project Cost of $10M or more.
• Experience managing design and construction for projects in the medical/healthcare industry as the owner's representative.
• Working knowledge of contract documents (plans, specifications).
• Experience negotiating construction contracts.
• Working knowledge of life safety and building codes including, NFPA 101, IBC, ASHRAE, Texas Accessibility Standards, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Experience using Excel, Microsoft Word, and scheduling software such as MS Project.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Architect or Engineer in the State of Texas, or licensure in another state and eligible for reciprocity with the State of Texas.
• LEED-AP credentials.
• Experience managing design and construction for projects in a higher education setting as the owner's representative.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects involving planning, design and execution of major higher education capital projects by providing project leadership, communication, coordination and conflict resolution to ensure project goals are met.
• Responsible for project budget, schedule, and procurement of design and construction services.
• Advocate with integrity for the campus contract negotiations.
• During construction, direct and/or provide support to Project Team, Construction Administrators, and institution staff in management of construction activities and processes.
• Stay current in Codes and Regulations applicable to design and construction.
• Support UT Austin in pre-project planning activities.
• Participate in or lead process improvement initiatives as assigned by the Assistant Director.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and more.
• Relocation incentive available.

What This Job Offers

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