Project Management Director

2 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States University of Illinois at Chicago Full time

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the planning, design, commissioning, inspection, remodeling, and construction of new buildings, additions to existing buildings, site development, and infrastructure improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provides project management services for projects, including new construction, renovation, infrastructure, and site-work.
  • Serves as the Owner's Representative and provides professional support for all phases of a project, including feasibility, design, construction document preparation, bidding, construction, and post-construction.
  • Helps write and administer contracts with outside architect/engineer (A/E) consultants and contractors.
  • Exercises discretion and independent judgement to lead all aspects of project management, including A/E team-building, scope-of-work and contract development, contract execution, and dispute resolution.
  • Applies professional judgement to review, critique, and approve plans, specifications, and bidding documents for contract work developed by architects and engineers.
  • Assists in the evaluation of requirements for new space and for reconfiguration of existing facilities; develops the preparation of programs, scopes of work, and project budgets.
  • Coordinates the development of programs, drawings, and specifications; administers contracts for professional service consultants.
  • Provides technical review of design and construction documents prepared by external architects, engineers, and other professional services consultants.
  • Assists with the commissioning of building systems for major projects, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, exterior enclosure, and other building systems.
  • Develops and manages project schedules and analyzes critical paths; aligns project requirements with design documents developed by multi-disciplinary design teams; manages project budgets and ensures thorough communication with all project stakeholders.
  • Conducts visual assessments of existing UIC buildings and records observed deficiencies with building systems.
  • Conducts regular site visits for construction and renovation projects to evaluate if contractors are fulfilling the requirements of the contract documents.
  • Reviews design and construction documents for compliance with applicable local, state, federal, and/or industry codes and with Campus Building Standards.
  • Coordinates activities with external groups, including the Illinois Capital Development Board, U.S Department of Health and Human Services, Illinois Department of Public Health, Illinois Medical District, City of Chicago, and other federal, state, and municipal agencies.
  • Leads collaborative cross-functional teams in collaborating with other campus stakeholders to address issues such as Campus Building Standards and project design reviews.
  • Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, scheduling, cost estimating, and construction contract administration.
  • Desired qualities include the capability to think creatively, a solid knowledge of design, cost estimating, scheduling, and construction principles as well as of applicable codes, accessibility standards, and basic safety and legal issues.
  • Ability to produce documents for the design of building systems or conduct detailed technical reviews.
  • Strong interpersonal, management, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
  • Experience at an urban public research university and large tertiary care hospital preferred; ASHE Health Care Construction Certificate or similar preferred.
  • Certificate of registration as a Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer is preferred; certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.
  • Proficiency with CAD software is preferred.
  • Heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) systems experience that includes health care and research laboratory settings is preferred.
  • Experience with energy conservation projects is preferred.
  • Experience with complex Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Tridium is preferred.
  • Experience with project management software such as Procore, e-Builder, or Kahua is preferred.

How to Apply: For fullest consideration, please submit a complete application and upload a cover letter (required), current resume, and the contact information for up to three professional contacts. Click on the APPLY NOW button to begin the application process.

Please note that once you have submitted your application, you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application, you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure your application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

All full-time benefits-eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, as well as paid leave which includes vacation, holiday, and sick. In addition, we offer tuition benefits for employees and dependents. Please visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits for a complete list of benefits.

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