Central Michigan University · 3 weeks ago
GENERAL / PROJECT MANAGER
Mount Pleasant, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
4+ years expCentral Michigan University is a renowned institution dedicated to preparing students to become leaders in their communities. They are seeking a General/Project Manager to coordinate and manage engineering, purchasing, and construction activities for various projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to project goals.
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Responsibilities
Develops a written project scope at the start of each project to support the development of a cost estimate and schedule
Represents CMU in project program development on large projects, ensuring that input from impacted departments, technical experts, and Facilities Management colleagues is sought and considered
Develops cost estimates for small to medium projects received from university departments
Provides oversight and review of the development of cost estimates for large projects received by architect, engineering, and construction management firms
Develops project budgets
Initiates, monitors, and updates project schedules of appropriate detail to ensure effective execution of the project
Controls project scope, costs, and timing to meet the customer’s needs within the limits authorized by the university
Responsible for timely approvals, decisions, and issue resolution
Develops and implements contract documents
Provides oversight and review of technical recommendations and contract documents prepared by architectural and engineering firms and consultants
Receives and evaluates proposals, award contracts, and implements appropriate field oversight, inspection, and commissioning
Provides contract administration including cost control, change management, and contract close out
Promotes excellent teamwork and communication with all team members
Demonstrates excellent communication through timely communication of project status and issues to the customer and to Facilities Management leadership
Reviews and analyzes existing university buildings or systems and recommends corrective measures and/or replacements to maintain their continued use and prevent deterioration
Assists in long-term planning and upgrades
Participates in deferred maintenance, energy conservation activities, engineering and construction standard development, department records development/administration, and economic evaluations
Works with appropriate state personnel, agencies, and inspectors to ensure compliance of projects and existing systems with applicable codes and standards
Provides on call support as Facilities Management Duty Officer in rotation with other P&A employees in Facilities Management
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and experience that equates to four years
Four years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the administration of design and construction projects
Working knowledge of graphic presentation, specification writing, architectural, mechanical and electrical systems and detailing, construction management and scheduling, contract administration, building codes, energy codes, fire codes and disability codes, as applied to construction and remodeling of buildings
Ability to plan and organize the phasing of a large construction project
Ability to coordinate and integrate mechanical and electrical systems into the architectural and structural planning of buildings
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Licensed as a Professional Engineer or Architect in the state of Michigan
Experience with, or certification as a Project Management Professional
Experience with preventative and deferred maintenance programs
Benefits
Access to a nationally recognized wellness program
Health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms
Company
Central Michigan University
Welcome to Central Michigan University, a nurturing institution that fosters the transformative power of advanced learning.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$31.5M2018-07-06Grant· $31.5M
Leadership Team
John Veilleux, MBA
Vice President for University Communications & Chief Marketing Officer
Alison Arnold
Director Community Partnerships College of Education & Human Services
Recent News
2025-11-04
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