University of Nevada-Las Vegas · 2 months ago
Senior Project Manager, Facilities Management [R0149314]
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$109K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Facilities Management to oversee capital construction and deferred maintenance projects. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes while managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
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Responsibilities
Supervise and mentor lower-level project management staff to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance across the project portfolio
Manage capital construction, deferred maintenance, and planning initiatives to align with FM’s maintenance needs and other long-term plans
Conduct site visits, enforce contract compliance, manage budgets, schedules, and oversee project closeout activities. Lead meetings, develop project scopes, and resolve conflicts to ensure successful project outcomes
Oversee consultant and contractor selection, procurement, and contract negotiation in coordination with Purchasing
Serve as FM’s designated prevailing wage coordinator, ensuring documentation accuracy, audit readiness, and compliance with state requirements
Track and analyze project performance metrics (budget, schedule, change orders) to support planning, reporting, and process improvements. Align with FM’s work order tracking and accounting systems
Collaborate with FM staff, Planning and Construction staff, faculty, leadership, and external agencies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or Structural Engineering; Construction or Project Management, Facilities Management, or a related field from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible construction project management experience in design, construction, or facilities management, preferably in a large institutional or commercial environment
Demonstrated experience managing large and complex capital construction projects above $5M
Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date
Preferred
Demonstrated experience managing large and complex capital construction projects above $10M
Operational experience in a similar or greater capacity
Experience in a higher education setting and maintenance department
PMP (Project Management Professional)
CCM (Certified Construction Manager)
LEED AP
PE (Professional Engineer)
RA (Registered Architect)
Benefits
Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
No state income tax
Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
UNLV athletics ticket discounts
Statewide employee purchase program discounts
RebelCard discounts on and off campus
Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
Connect with colleagues with shared interests
Personal and professional development opportunities
A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage.
Company
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.25MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationNASAUnitedHealthcare
2023-11-09Grant· $1.15M
2023-07-26Grant
2022-08-10Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Joseph E. Bertolone
Executive Director UNLV's International Center for Gaming Regulations
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