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Project Manager, Residential

Overview

Princeton University's Facilities Operations department seeks an experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic staff.

The Project Manager will manage residential renovation and selected maintenance projects up to $2M from initial planning phases through closeout. Responsibilities include the development of the architectural program and project budget in consultation with the Office of Housing and Real Estate Services (HRES). Primary duties include managing the project scope, budget and schedule from project inception to completion, while maintaining project expectations of stakeholders.

This position is a five year benefits eligible term.

Responsibilities

Reporting to a Program Manager, the Project Manager will conduct the architect selection process in concert with HRES and the Facilities Procurement Office for projects.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and obtaining all required internal and external project approvals. Working in consultation with the Program Manager and HRES representation the PM will: determine the appropriate construction format and organize the selection of a builder. Represent, along with HRES, the University interests through the design and construction process with internal University groups and serve as primary liaison between project design and construction teams to coordinate any University responsibilities in the field.

The Project Manager is responsible for maintaining portfolio reports for work assigned, keeping project information in departmental reporting systems up to date on a regular basis (Financial reporting, and project status reporting), and should be familiar with digital tools, including CADD, and excel and similar data-management formats. The University uses PMWeb and ACCBuild for course of construction record keeping.

Qualifications

The Project manager must have a professional degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or related degree. A minimum of 10 years of facility design, management and budgetary experience is required. Experience in higher education is preferred.

These requirements include the ability to interpret construction documents, an understanding of applicable construction codes and land use ordinances, an overview of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, and a solid grasp of construction industry practices and procedures.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Department Facilities Operations
Category Facilities Management and Physical Plant
Job Type Full-Time
Standard Weekly Hours 36.25
Eligible for Overtime No
Benefits Eligible Yes
Probationary Period 180 days
Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail) Yes
Physical Capacity Exam Required No
Valid Drivers License Required No
Experience Level Mid-Senior Level
Salary Range $131,000 to $145,000

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