Project Manager

UCSF•San Francisco, CA

13d•$145,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Associate Director, Campus Design and Construction, the Project Manager provides project management services to ensure design and construction projects are on schedule, within budget, high-quality, cost-effective, and aligned with client program needs. Projects primarily involve renovations in research facilities and supporting administrative spaces. The role requires effective communication with stakeholders ranging from departmental administrators to technical researchers and facilities support staff, and strong customer service throughout each project phase. The Project Manager organizes, plans, and controls design and construction efforts for projects ranging from $5,000 to $70,000,000. Responsibilities span the project lifecycle, from concept through closeout, including scoping, budgeting, funding, procurement, impact mitigation, and construction management. The role selects design professionals, contractors, and subcontractors; coordinates clients, inspectors, and other project participants; monitors progress against objectives and department standards; resolves project issues; and works with state agency officials on compliance and safety. In a complex research environment, the Project Manager analyzes available information to develop conceptual estimates early in project development, reviews constructability and proposes alternatives, and proactively manages design to support efficient, cost-effective delivery. Project Managers may also coordinate Real Estate Assistant Project Managers as directed. UCSF Campus Design & Construction provides capital project delivery services across UCSF campuses, leased properties, and satellite locations. Its projects include new buildings, seismic and infrastructure upgrades, deferred maintenance, and renovations of laboratories, offices, education spaces, housing, and other facilities. The team is accountable for delivery against cost, scope, schedule, customer requirements, and applicable public contract, UCOP, and UCSF policies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, planning, or a related field, and three to five years of experience managing all phases of capital projects, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Financial skills to prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, evaluate cost estimates, and review payment requests.
Strong communication skills with project teams, leaders, stakeholders, contractors, and consultants, one-to-one and in group settings.
Experience managing contractors and ensuring compliance with work scope and budget.
Skill in building, maintaining, and nurturing strong professional relationships.
Strong Microsoft Office and project management software skills.
Working knowledge of CAD drawing programs and architectural design application programs.
Project management skills, including the ability to manage complex projects.
Demonstrated skills in recognizing, avoiding, and resolving problems.
Experience leading multidisciplinary project groups on small and medium-complexity projects or programs.

Nice To Haves

Three years of specialized training, such as mechanical, electrical, and/or construction management.
Professional license in architecture, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering.
LEED accreditation.
University, research laboratory, or medical center experience.
Experience in lean business process improvement.
Experience using Primavera Unifier and P6 scheduling software.
Working knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration, and California Building Codes, including industry practices.
Broad skills and technological knowledge in architecture, construction, MEPF, Lean Construction, and/or project delivery.
Knowledge of the organization, its infrastructure, and short- and long-range strategic building plans.
Strong project management skills for managing multiphase projects or project components within an occupied academic medical center or academic research facility.
Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulatory requirements, including Title 24, OSHPD, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Understanding of industry practices and ability to assess technical design documents, construction contracts, and related records.

Responsibilities

Manage design, construction, and improvement projects or project components for healthcare facilities, including inpatient, outpatient, and clinical research facilities.
Coordinate facilities improvement projects for owned and leased properties.
Coordinate property and facilities management services.
Provide construction oversight.
Develop project plans and analyses.
Review proposals and contracts.
Prepare studies, analyses, and quality reviews.
Provide project cost estimates and develop preliminary budgets.
Coordinate purchasing, delivery, and installation schedules.
Provide space analysis; manage space inventory and assignment; and develop concept drawings for space utilization and room configuration.
Perform code analysis and provide OSHPD code oversight; assist with review and approval of regulatory requirements.
Manage project setbacks, mitigate complications, and develop viable solutions.
Manage specialty programs or project components, such as furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FFE), medical arts collections, interior design, and large-scale relocations.
Lead interdisciplinary coordination with facilities management, IT, environmental health and safety, and project clients.
Select design professionals, general contractors, and subcontractors, and coordinate clients, inspectors, and other project participants.
Manage project progress to meet objectives for budget, cost, quality, and customer expectations.
Work with state agency officials to ensure compliance and safety.
Develop conceptual-level estimates, review constructability, suggest alternatives, and proactively manage the design phase.
Coordinate Real Estate Assistant Project Managers as directed.