Project Manager / Senior Project Manager Facilities Services Planning And Construction

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The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager in Design Services within the Facilities Services, Planning and Construction Department. This position is responsible for managing multiple Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) construction, repair, and renovation projects of moderate or high design and construction complexity, volume, budget, and timelines.
The Project Coordinator, Project Manager, and Senior Project Manager are responsible for assigned projects completed in accordance with applicable building codes, industry, and University construction standards. The positions vary in area of expertise, size, cost, and complexity of projects assigned. The positions report to the Director of Planning and Construction.
Project Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage multiple projects involving departments, architecture/engineering firms, contractors, vendors and state agencies;
Meet with customers or departments to develop, finalize and manage planning, budgeting, scheduling, cost estimates, specifications and other information regarding architectural/engineering design, bidding, and construction management and ensure scope complies with campus standards;
Manage vendor, consultant and contractor procurement processes;
Manage contracts and contract negotiations;
Manage out-sourced architectural and engineering consultants;
Conduct project meetings;
Visit sites;
Review and approve change orders, requests for information, general construction correspondence and invoice payment;
Conduct final inspection and close-out projects;
Interpret and enforce building codes and ordinances; and
Other duties as assigned.
Senior Project Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Project Manager responsibilities outlined above;
Serve as the subject matter resource for the organization;
Serve as the "face" of Facilities Services with outside agencies;
Interface with building officials;
Participate in department strategic planning;
Conduct design review;
Plan and track capital improvement programs;
Provide detailed architectural/engineering design and analysis;
Create complex architectural/engineering plans; and
Other duties as assigned.
This position reports to the Director of Design Services.
Required Qualifications
Project Manager
Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of related professional experience; OR
Master's degree and two (2) years of related professional experience
Related Experience: Progressively responsible experience as a project manager for increasingly complex projects typically requiring coordination of multiple trades and engineering specialties, mid-range timelines, and increased finances.
Required Qualifications
Senior Project Manager
Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of related professional experience; OR
Master's degree and three (3) years of related work experience
Related Experience: Progressively responsible experience as a project manager for complex design/construction projects requiring coordination of all trades and engineering specialties, lengthy timelines, high finances, and high risk. Additionally, some experience in a project leadership role such as a project lead, supervisor, or in a similar project charge capacity is required.
Certification and Licensure:
A valid Class "C" driver's license or higher operator's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
One of the following licenses/certifications is required at the time of appointment:
Nevada State Board of Architecture, Interior Design, and Residential Design License;
Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors License;
Project Management Professional Certification; or
Certified Construction Manager Certification.
Note: Professional licensure issued by a jurisdiction other than the state of Nevada is acceptable at the time of appointment, but Nevada licensure must be obtained within six months of appointment. Physical Demands
This position requires walking or standing to a significant degree and pushing and/or pulling; exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. This position requires the incumbent to climb ladders and enter into attics, crawl spaces, mechanical rooms, trenches, and other such confined spaces.
Schedule and Travel Requirements
The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs. This position is subject to occasional travel.
Occasional evenings and weekends required in support of the operational schedule.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
Compensation Grade
Project Manager
Administrative Faculty – C
Senior Project Manager
Administrative Faculty – D
To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules
and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. Remarkable Retirement!
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 17.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.
"I had no idea the values of the faculty retirement plan when I joined UNR. On my first day, I found out I was fully vested in my contributions and the companies 15.5% matching. I have watched my retirement grow over the years, not only in contributions, but with investments. It is hard to put into words how appreciative I am to feel so secure in my future" – Michelle B.
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Department Information
The Facilities Services Department is an organizational unit of the Division of Administration and Finance, and includes Planning and Construction Services, Parking and Transportation Services, and Maintenance Services. For more information, please visit:
Exempt
Yes Full-Time Equivalent
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2) Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three Supervisory References – Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.
Application Question
The following question will be asked within the application process.
1) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.
This posting is open until filled
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
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Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
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The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading American public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada's original land-grant university, the University serves 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.
Classified by the Carnegie® Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 ("Very High Research") university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie® Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the "Best National Universities" and "Best National Public Universities." It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times' "Top Colleges for Economic Diversity."
Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada's first medical school – the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine – and it delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics.
The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. In recent years, the University has expanded to include two additional locations: the Redfield Campus in south Reno and the Wayne L. Prim campus in Incline Village, which is the home of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe.
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Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that's transforming Nevada's communities and businesses, the University continues its nearly 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world.
The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.
Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement – all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.
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