Capital Outlay Project Manager
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Project Management
Posted on April 2, 2024
Summary
The VCU FMD Construction Management Department has an exciting opportunity for a Capital Outlay Project Manager to join the team!
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) combines learning, research, creativity, service, and discovery with a commitment to inclusive excellence. When deciding where to work, VCU is a great choice because of the career opportunities, a wide variety of benefits available, a generous leave package, various discounts within the community, and a diverse and inclusive culture that wants to promote your well-being.
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual (University) and holiday leave granted up front, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, generous tuition benefit, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits by visiting www.hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/a-z-list-of-benefits/.
The primary purpose of the Capital Outlay Project Manager is the coordination and management of capital and non-capital construction projects to facilitate new and renovated facilities that support the mission of the University on both the Monroe Park and MCV Campuses. This position has a focus on highly complex construction projects with the flexibility to support other related needs.
The project management portion of construction includes supervision of construction contractors, architectural firms, engineering firms, consulting specialists, and associated university services throughout preconstruction, construction, and post construction operations.
The core functions of this position include: management, planning and estimating, monitoring schedules for vendor compliance, inspecting materials and workmanship to ensure compliance with contract documents, budget control and negotiations with contractors and A/E firms, and project closeout through owner occupancy.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Project Administration
- Reviews construction documents and specifications to assure completeness, constructability, and code compliance and that the project meets University standards, meets the guidelines of the HECO Manual/CPSM, and adheres to budget and schedule constraints
- Prepares and executes construction procurements with assistance from contracting officers
- Negotiates and approves change orders
- Prepares project closeout documents to also include project documentation required from contractor and approved by A/E
- Set up project data and contractor information into project management information software in order to track entire project status and history
- Proactively monitors project quality and schedule compliance. Joint effort with architect/engineer and VCU stakeholders to review and approve material submittals and shop drawings proactively
- Proactively monitors site environmental conditions for compliance with State requirements
- Monitors and reviews the University Construction Inspector's daily reports
- Acts as the liaison between the owner and the contractor and the A/E
- Coordinates material purchasing and ensures State procurement guidelines are maintained
- Proactive budget management
- Responsible for preparing and monitoring project budgets to ensure compliance with university and state purchasing procedures by analyzing periodic financial reports, by recommending authorization of expenditures, and by projecting and controlling cost overruns
- Reviews and approves contractor, A/E, and vendor payments. Notifies each for corrections when discrepancies are found
- Evaluating appropriateness and feasibility to successfully integrate changes and requests. Providing consultation to the affect when appropriate
- Resolves construction and design conflicts through proper contract means
- Oversees and coordinates the activities of the architects/engineers, consultants, outside contractors, in-house maintenance, vendors, and the users to ensure a timely and economical project completion
- Identifies and meets the needs of the users
- Confers weekly with the Assistant Director to apprise him/her of the status of on-going projects to include problems, changes, budget status, schedule status, and the construction inspector's performance
- Meets with contractor, A/E, inspector to remain updated on issues, schedule, and job progress
- Keeps key departments, zone leaders, and owners updated on project progress, issues and schedules through frequent and regular communication
- BS in engineering, construction management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Significant years experience as a project manager handling multiple projects in commercial, industrial or higher education construction
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- State of Virginia Driver's License required with a good driving record
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
- Effective management of construction budgets and forces to the benefit of the University
- Ten (10) years as a project manager handling multiple projects in commercial, industrial or higher education construction
- Strong understanding of CPM or other schedule management techniques
- Negotiation skills; above average written and oral skills
- Supervisory and management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
- Experience with the Virginia State Procurement and Virginia Capital Outlay construction management experience
- State of Virginia Driver's License
Physical Demands & Activities
Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Marginal
Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): Marginal
Pushing/Pulling: Marginal
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Essential
Repetitive Motion: Essential
Walking: Essential
Climbing: Marginal
Reaching: Marginal
Bending: Marginal
Environmental Conditions
Extreme Heat/Cold: Marginal
Extreme Noise: Marginal
Vibrations: Marginal
Fumes: Marginal
Mists/gases: Marginal
Emotional Demands
Fast Pace: Essential
Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Frequent Change: Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands
Memory: Essential
Reasoning: Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading: Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential
Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
ORP Eligible: Yes
VCU slotting: Project Manager FM 1-3 (17221-17223)
Closing Date: April 8, 2024
Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000
Position Details:
Department: Facilities Management, Construction Management
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Exempt
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