Staff Associate Architect / Engineer, Capital Projects - UT System Administration (West Tennessee)

University of Tennessee • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

This West Tennessee based position is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of capital improvement projects across the University of Tennessee System, with a primary focus on facilities and initiatives located in West Tennessee. The Project Manager oversees projects from initial scope development through design, construction, and closeout, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with the University’s strategic objectives.
The role requires ensuring all projects adhere to institutional goals, design and construction standards, applicable building codes, and State Building Commission (SBC) policies. The Project Manager serves as a key liaison between the University and external partners, engaging with design professionals, contractors, campus stakeholders, and system leadership to foster effective communication and collaboration.
By focusing on projects that serve the University’s campuses and institutes in West Tennessee, this position plays a critical role in supporting the long-term growth, functionality, and sustainability of UT facilities in the region, ultimately enhancing the educational and research environment for students, faculty, and staff.
The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and residents statewide.

Responsibilities

• Planning, coordination, and execution of capital improvement projects
• Overseeing projects from initial scope development through design, construction, and closeout
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Ensuring projects align with the University’s strategic objectives
• Ensuring all projects adhere to institutional goals, design and construction standards, applicable building codes, and State Building Commission (SBC) policies
• Serving as a key liaison between the University and external partners
• Engaging with design professionals, contractors, campus stakeholders, and system leadership to foster effective communication and collaboration
• Supporting the long-term growth, functionality, and sustainability of UT facilities in the region
• Enhancing the educational and research environment for students, faculty, and staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed