The University of Texas at Austin · 1 month ago
Project Manager IV (PM4)
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expThe University of Texas at Austin is seeking to hire a senior project manager (PM4) to serve within Planning, Design and Construction (PDC). The PM4 will provide professional project management and leadership for major Capital Improvement Program projects at UT Austin, ensuring the successful delivery of complex higher education projects.
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Responsibilities
Lead complex projects involving planning, design and execution of major higher education capital projects by providing project leadership, communication, coordination and conflict resolution to ensure project goals are met. May also be responsible for managing select projects as assigned by the Associate Director depending on resource needs
Responsible for project budget, schedule, and procurement of design and construction services. Assist Project Managers to drive progress of consultants to achieve expected functionality; and recommend alternatives to recover negative float. Facilitate timely decisions by campus representatives and report progress and issues impacting the project goals to stakeholders. Oversee project managers efforts to manage project from initiation through completion of construction
Advocate with integrity for the campus contract negotiations. Review and approve design and construction contracts, changes, technical service contracts, Guaranteed Maximum Price submittals, bid documents, pay applications, etc. Facilitate UT Austin and UT System approvals as required
During construction, direct and/or provide support to Project Team, Construction Administrators, and institution staff in management of construction activities and processes. Assist Project Managers in applying UT Austin Capital Planning and Construction project control processes to track progress; for consistency; to mitigate risks; and to assure compliance with Board of Regents Rules' Regulations and applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations
Stay current in Codes and Regulations applicable to design and construction, including International Building Codes, NFPA 101, TDLR, OSHA, ADA, ASHRAE 90.1, SWPPP, and any special requirements of the building type (e.g., healthcare, research labs, special campus project types, etc.) or the local jurisdictions
Support UT Austin in pre-project planning activities, including Capital Improvement Plan preparation and Board of Regents and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board submittals and approval processes
Participate in or lead process improvement initiatives as assigned by the Assistant Director
Other related functions as assigned. Collaborate with other UT Austin colleagues to initiate and develop process improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline
10 or more years of experience providing project management of design and construction activities for renovations and new construction, including institutional or commercial facilities
3 or more years of experience providing project management of capital projects with a Total Project Cost of $10M or more
Working knowledge of contract documents (plans, specifications)
Experience negotiating construction contracts
Working knowledge of life safety and building codes including, NFPA 101, IBC, ASHRAE, Texas Accessibility Standards, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, among others
Experience using Excel, Microsoft Word, and scheduling software such as MS Project
Excellent communication, collaboration and organizational skills, with an ability to manage multiple simultaneous activities in a varied and complex environment
Preferred
Licensed Architect or Engineer in the State of Texas, or licensure in another state and eligible for reciprocity with the State of Texas, or ability to obtain professional licensure in the State of Texas within two years
LEED‐AP credentials
Experience managing design and construction for projects in a higher education setting as the owner's representative
10 or more years of experience providing project management of major capital projects with a Total Project Cost of $10M or more
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or other similar demonstration of formal project management training
Benefits
Relocation incentive available.
UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package.
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
10001+ employees
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