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Facilities Project Manager

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Position Details

Summary

Operating Title Facilities Project Manager
Long Classification Title Facilities Project Manager
Campus Location Durham
Department UNH Campus Planning
Summary of Position
The primary role and responsibility of this position, under the general
direction of the Director of Facilities Project Management or the designated
supervisor is to perform the services of a Construction Project Manager. The
work includes planning, developing and overseeing building MEP projects,
including the design and construction of repairs and renovations/alterations
for existing buildings. Primary project responsibilities include, but are not
limited to general construction projects with heavy emphasis on MEPs; boiler
projects, control projects, elevator projects, utility distribution projects and
projects associated with the Central Heating Plant. In addition, the position
will oversee general construction projects on campus as required.
Acceptable minimum level of education Associate's
Acceptable minimum years of experience 5-7 years
Additional Job Information
Posting Number PS4460FY24
Other minimum qualifications
1. Associate’s degree in construction technology, building science or related field and six years of related experience as manager for building renovation or alteration project, or Bachelor’s and four years of experience, or combination of education and experience equal to eight years.
2. Knowledge of construction materials, means and methods.
3. Familiarity with building and life safety codes.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
5. Ability to wear/use personal protective equipment as needed on construction site.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, architecture, or related field.
2. Experience in a college/university setting.
3. Demonstrated experience in utility systems, heating hot water, cooling
water systems, steam systems, boilers and elevators required.
4. Strong computer skills (Word/Excel/ Access/Outlook/Internet Explorer).
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and
remain organized.
7. Establish and maintain good customer / contractor relationships.
8. Demonstrated experience with asbestos and PCBs in building
materials, and abatement thereof.
9. Manage Professional Design Consultants and Contractors
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/59890
Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.00
Grade 20
EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide
Posting Details

Posting Date 03/04/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Closing Date
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? No
Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No
Job Category Salaried Staff (Exempt)
Appointment Type Regular
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Hard hat/ safety harness
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Duties / Responsibilities

Job Duties

Duty/Responsibility
Project Management:
  • Schedule, initiate and manage all efforts necessary to complete project.
  • Coordinate project closeout documentation and archive for future use.
  • Manage project warranty for duration of warranty period.
Duty/Responsibility
  • Prepare plans and specifications or direct preparation by others;
  • Insure compliance with applicable building codes and construction standards;
  • Select materials and finishes and assemble plans, specifications and general conditions into coordinated bid package.
Duty/Responsibility
Project Planning:
  • Meet with customer; determine required scope of work; estimate project cost, including design, construction and all other related expenses.
Duty/Responsibility
Financial Management:
  • Manage project budgets, initiate purchase orders, track project expenses against budget, manage project contingency, identify and resolve problems in financial records and contractor payments.
  • Project Closeout: Ensure proper project closeout protocols are followed and closeout documents are archived for future use.
Duty/Responsibility
Project Pre-Planning:
  • Analyze existing facility conditions, identify deficiencies and recommend corrective measures and estimated costs.
  • Perform or direct the performance of MEP studies and assessments; work with Facilities personnel to estimate and prioritize MEP projects
Duty/Responsibility
  • Support & Train Document Management System Users
Duty/Responsibility
Communications:
  • Keep recipient of services and others advised of project progress.
  • Coordinate project closeout documentation.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
Duty/Responsibility
Contractor Procurement:
  • Work with Purchasing and Contract Services personnel to prepare and issue requests for qualifications and/or proposals, to receive and review qualifications and proposals and to award contracts.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume/Vita
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents