Description of Position


The University of Minnesotaâ™s Facilities Management (FM) department is responsible for the physical assets of the University to provide a safe, reliable and welcoming campus for learning and discovery. We ensure a quality environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors in support of the Universityâ™s mission of teaching, research and outreach. U-Construction is a department within FM and serves as the Universityâ™s in-house design/-build unit that manages mid-sized construction projects on the Twin Cities campus. The work volume is approximately $20 Million annually with individual projects generally in the range from $25K-$250K

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the U Construction project management team, including estimators, project managers and support staff.  This position is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the successful delivery of projects from the standpoint of budget, schedule, and communication with all stakeholders, by Project Managers. This position reports to the Assistant Director, U-Construction.


Responsibilities


The general duties and responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager include but are not limited to
30% Leadership:
⢠Provide leadership and direction for project management team through creating and implementing strategic and short term work plans. Assign projects, set goals and monitor progress.
⢠Responsible for the hiring, training, work assignments and performance management of assigned employees while complying with all applicable collective bargaining agreements and policies.
⢠Collaborate with other departmental leaders, to identify and support the implementation of process improvement initiatives for department.
20% Operations:
⢠Monitor and ensure adherence of Uâ“Construction work to standards of safety, productivity, training and work quality.
⢠Implement best work practices for project management to remain competitive and cost effective.
⢠Ensure work is performed according to schedules and due dates per project requirements.
⢠Review work assignments with team and address resource limitations as needed.
⢠Collaborate with internal design, codes, compliance and other entities within the University as appropriate.
⢠Ensures work performed by U-Construction is code compliant, safe and environmentally sound.
⢠Review key performance indicators to ensure commitments are met.
40 % Customer Service:
⢠Promote a customer focused culture in conjunction with all members of Facilities Management.
⢠Solicit customer feedback and make improvements based on that feedback.
⢠Assist in the resolution of customer service issues
⢠Participate on various teams or committees as assigned. 
20% Financial Management:
⢠Help to establish and manage budget for the U Construction ISO.
⢠Monitor project and service work in progress (labor and materials) as compared to budget and take action to avoid cost overruns.
⢠Ensure that U Construction projects♠purchasing practices are in compliance with University policies and that the University is receiving the best possible value for any purchased labor, materials or services.

Work Environment


This position will operate mostly out of an office setting but also in the field.  This position may be exposed to extreme weather conditions, construction sites, confined spaces and potentially hazardous conditions where hearing, visual protection and other personal protective equipment may be required. It may be required to walk, climb and crawl in various weather conditions to physically access and view work sites.

Minimum Qualifications:
⢠Bachelorâ™s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration or a related field.
⢠Eight years of progressive experience in facilities management or construction management related roles. 
Preferred: 
⢠5 years experience in a construction leadership role with demonstrated ability to lead, manage and direct the activities of others toward the accomplishment of goals.
⢠Comprehensive knowledge of construction management practices.
⢠Experience in a university setting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
⢠Ability to provide leadership and direct supervision of a diverse collection of skilled employees.
⢠Ability to review and understand design documents (drawings, spec sheets, etc.).
⢠Ability to listen well and exercise reasonable judgment in application and interpretation of construction standards and building code requirements.
⢠Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks, resolve problems, negotiate solutions and prioritize work to ensure resources are employed appropriately.
⢠Knowledge of multi-discipline construction principles.
⢠Knowledge of building systems including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. 
⢠Well-developed written, verbal, interpersonal and persuasion skills with both internal and external parties.
⢠Ability to manage change within a large, dynamic organization and to gain support and commitment from others.
⢠Knowledge of software-based scheduling tools.
⢠Understanding of digital communication, presentation and document filing systems.
⢠Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse customer base to address and resolve problems.
⢠Knowledge of union labor contracts.
⢠Ability to function in a team management environment while being fully responsible for setting, managing and accomplishing goals.


 

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