Project manager-facilities planning services

Job Summary/Essential Job Functions

The Project Manager is responsible for managing assigned design, construction and renovation projects at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center as assigned by the Director of the Office of Architecture and Planning. These responsibilities include architectural/engineering services consisting of designing space arrangements, estimating construction costs, developing construction drawings and specifications, consulting and coordinating project requirements with off-campus consulting engineering firms, designing interior space with furnishings and finishes, administering and inspecting construction work on the University's campus and solicit bids/quotes from general contractors to perform renovation projects not done by UT Health Science Center. This position is classified as an Essential Services Employee. Essential Services Employees maintain business operations for UT Health Science Center and support the physical operations and safety of the campus. This role involves performing various operations and services essential to maintain critical infrastructure and ensuring continuous operations.

Responsibilities

1. Performs programming, space planning and coordinating communication with managers and/or requestors.
2. Performs architectural design development under the supervision of the Director.
3. Estimates construction costs, reviews drawings, and develops construction documents and specifications.
4. Consults and coordinates project requirements and design with consulting engineers.
5. Creates and maintains construction project schedules.
6. Observes Facilities Administration construction projects on the University’s campus.
7. Communicates meeting content, project inspections, etc., with the Director of Facilities.
8. Discusses all negative reflections (errors, etc.) associated with projects as emerge with the Director to quickly correct problems and to prevent recurrence.
9. Performs construction contract administration.
10. Reviews drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
11. Prepares preliminary and final construction drawings and specifications.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field of study. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

Experience

Four (4) years of experience in project management or construction management. Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Fully literate in the use of AutoCAD Architecture for the production of architectural construction documents plus various computer programs associated with the position, production of project manual specifications, construction cost estimates, familiarity with institutional renovation work, and experience in construction administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize time efficiently to complete multiple projects in various stages of completion.

Work Schedule

This position may occasionally be required to work weekends and evenings. This position may require occasional overnight travel.