Project Manager - Planning & Design Project Manager I

University of Pittsburgh   Pittsburgh, PA   Full-time     Project Management
Posted on April 4, 2024
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Project Manager - Planning & Design Project Manager I



Manage assigned space projects initiated by the Senior Vice Chancellor Health Sciences Office for the 6 schools of the Health Sciences. Responsibilities include coordination of renovations, telecommunications, data, parking, security, and maintenance requests. Need to be able to deal with broad range of faculty, staff, and outside vendors.

Prepare and monitor budgets, analyze requisitions for conformance to budget, and responsible for identifying potential overages and insuring corrective actions.

Provide support to Associate Vice Chancellor of Strategic Space Planning and Management and Senior Project Managers in all aspects of space management.

Assist with space analysis (reporting, analyzing, summarizing, pulling floor plans) – will learn to use Archibus, space management system.

Other duties as assigned.


Job Summary

Assists management with a wide variety of architectural and interior projects and leads project management efforts for small to modestly sized projects. Determines client needs and assists with scope of work. Manages construction drawing and specification development, prepares and reviews contracts, and assists with budgetary functions.


Essential Functions

Ability to think independently, troubleshoot, and solve problems.

Must have excellent communication and self-motivation skills.

Ability to deal with a broad range of projects and multi-task.

Must have analytical skills and great attention to detail.


Physical Effort

Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.


The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.


The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Planning & Design Project Manager I

Job Family: Campus Operations

Job Sub Family: Planning, Design, & Construction

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter





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