Project Manager, Campus Operations

USGA • Bernards Township, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager, Campus Operations is responsible for managing complex and varied facilities projects across the USGA’s campuses, while providing day-to-day property management support and oversight of the department's capital planning program. This role, manages interdepartmental projects, leads construction and renovation projects from scoping through closeout, and contributes to multi-year capital planning by identifying, scoping, and prioritizing facility needs. The Project Manager works closely with the Senior Director, Campus Operations and campus stakeholders to deliver reliable, customer-focused facilities services aligned with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in facilities project management, construction management, or building operations, with demonstrated experience managing complex projects from scoping through closeout
• Experience with capital planning processes, including project identification, cost estimating, and multi-year budget forecasting in a facilities or construction context
• Demonstrated experience managing building mechanical systems, maintenance programs, and facilities vendors
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with project management software or CMMS a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear project reports, budget summaries, and stakeholder briefings
• Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to be hands-on when needed
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from scoping and design through construction, closeout, and commissioning - coordinating architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants throughout
• Lead project management for campus construction, renovation, infrastructure, and improvement projects at the USGA campuses
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules; track progress against each and provide written status updates to the Senior Director
• Lead contractor and vendor selection processes, including bid solicitation, proposal review, and award recommendations
• Oversee on-site construction activities to ensure work is executed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with contract documents and applicable codes
• Manage change orders, RFIs, submittents, and project documentation through closeout
• Coordinate with campus stakeholders to minimize operational disruption during active projects
• Direct facilities staff in support of active projects as needed
• Support the Senior Director in developing and maintaining the department’s multi-year capital plan, applying facilities expertise to project identification, and prioritization
• Contribute to annual capital budget submissions, including project scoping, preliminary cost estimates, and scheduling assumptions
• Track capital project expenditures against approved budgets; provide quarterly forecasts and variance explanations
• Identify and flag deferred maintenance items, life cycle replacement needs, and facility conditions requiring capital investment
• Develop maintenance scopes of work, service contracts, and operating budgets; negotiate with and manage vendors and service providers
• Supervise vendor work on-site and ensure proper documentation, training, and O&M materials are received and cataloged
• Proactively identify capital improvement needs and contribute to the rolling five-year capital maintenance plan
• Maintain a high standard of customer service and occupant satisfaction across the campus
• Manage the use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for the creation, tracking, and management of preventive and corrective maintenance work orders
• Conduct regular campus walk-throughs to assess system performance, safety, and occupant satisfaction
• Collaborate with campus users to understand operational needs and ensure facilities are configured and maintained to support the work of the organization
• Maintain the highest level of aesthetic appearance across all interior and exterior campus facilities
• Oversee implementation of the campus forestry management plan
• Manage landscape improvement projects, including vendor selection, scoping, budgeting, and on-site oversight to enhance campus grounds and exterior environments
• Create, track, and report on key performance indicators to demonstrate optimal facility performance
• Analyze operational and project data and recommend process, system, and workflow improvements
• Prepare written reports and briefings for the Senior Director as required

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees
• Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA
• Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Years Day off
• Off-site team building events
• On-site gym and golf simulator
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees