"Design & Construction Project Manager I-IV"

Position Details

Position Information

• Requisition Number: S5072P
• Home Org Name: Project Mgmt Recovery
• Division Name: VP, Facilities Management
• Position Title: Design & Construction Project Manager I-IV
• Job Class Code: NC56A-D
• Appointment Status: Full-time
• Limited Term: No

Job Summary

Ready to make a lasting impact on the future of our University?

We’re looking for an experienced and highly motivated Design & Construction Project Manager with a specialty in Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) to help bring our campus spaces to life. In this dynamic role, you’ll take the lead on FF&E projects from concept through installation, shaping environments where students learn, faculty innovate, and our community thrives. You’ll manage sourcing and procurement, coordinate seamless installations, support construction teams, and ensure warranty issues are handled smoothly and efficiently.

You’ll work closely with a wide range of partners across campus, including university leadership, faculty and staff, students, Facilities Management teams, Capital Project Managers, consultants, contractors, and vendors. Your ability to build strong relationships, problem‑solve creatively, and keep projects moving will be key to your success.

If you’re energized by meaningful work, enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and love turning great ideas into well‑designed spaces, we’d love to hear from you!

Essential Functions

• Leads multiple University Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) projects and supports construction initiatives. Directs design, sourcing, procurement, and installation activities.
• Manages warranty claims and resolves issues efficiently. Coordinates with university leadership, faculty, staff, students, Facilities Management personnel, Capital Project Managers, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manages all phases of construction, from planning to completion, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery with support from others.
• Create, develop, and manage budget and financial reporting for assigned projects in coordination with administrative teams and client funding availability with oversight from management.
• Create and manage project schedules and monitor progress.
• Regularly communicates with stakeholders, coordinates with cross-functional project teams, ensures clear communication across all team members, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project success.
• Coordinates with contractors, consultants, and campus stakeholders to meet institutional goals, building code compliance and safety best practices, master plan guidelines, and campus design and construction standards to include design reviews and inspections.
• Coordinates project teams, including consultants, contractors, and constituent groups, through project planning and execution providing guidance and resolving issues to ensure team efficiency and project success.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Based on experience and education, candidates will be considered for the following levels of Design & Construction Project Manager.

Level I:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Building Science, Interior Design, Engineering or related field AND 0 years of experience, OR
• Associate’s Degree AND 4 years of experience in project management, program management, construction, interior design, architecture, or engineering practices and principles

Level II:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Building Science, Interior Design, Engineering or related field AND 3 years of experience in project management, program management, construction, interior design, architecture, or engineering practices and principles, OR
• Associate’s Degree AND 7 years of experience in project management, program management, construction, interior design, architecture, or engineering practices and principles

Level III:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Building Science, Interior Design, Engineering or related field AND 5 years of experience in project management, program management, construction, interior design, architecture, or engineering practices and principles

Level IV:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Building Science, Interior Design, Engineering or related field AND 7 years of experience in project management, program management, construction, interior design, architecture, or engineering practices and principles. 2 years experience must be leading and managing large construction projects or programs.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum License and Certifications (Level I-IV): Valid Driver’s License from any state

Minimum Skills and Abilities: Vary by level from foundational to advanced understanding of design and construction project management principles, including budget, scheduling, contracts.

Desired Qualifications

Level I-III: Background or experience in interior design is preferred.

Level IV: Background or experience in interior design is preferred. Upon hire, it is desired that the candidate would hold one of the following: NCIDQ, Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), AICP, Project Management Professional (PMP).

Posting Detail Information

• Salary Range: $59,700 - $147,530
• Job Category: Architecture/Design/Planning
• City position is located in: Auburn
• State position is located: Alabama
• Posting Date: 02/10/2026

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter