Responsible for managing large and / or complex clinical, research, academic, infrastructure, and administrative enterprise design and construction projects, or specialized, critical components of these projects. Exercises independent judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Project Delivery, Campus Design and Construction the incumbent is accountable for project management services to ensure capital projects are on schedule, within budget, high-quality, cost-effective, and appropriate to client program needs. Services include all elements of project management from concept through project closeout including initial scoping, budgeting, funding, procurement, construction management and closeout of large and small projects.
The incumbent organizes, plans, and controls the design and construction efforts on capital construction projects. This involves selecting professional design staff (architects and engineers), general contractors and subcontractors, coordinating the activities of clients, construction plan reviewers inspectors, representatives of the Designated Campus Fire Marshal (DCFM), and others associated with the projects; managing project progress to achieve overall project objectives consistent with department standards and in alignment with customer expectations including, budget, cost and quality; resolving problems that arise in the projects; working with state agency officials to ensure compliance and safety.
The incumbent has a first line responsibility to communicate effectively with project stakeholders regarding program, budget, schedule, and construction impact.
Sr. Project Managers may be responsible for coordinating the activities of multiple Real Estate Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers as directed.
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- Five (5) years in specialized training such as mechanical, electrical and/or construction management.
- Professional License in Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering
- Construction or project management certification from a relevant organization preferred.
- LEED Accreditation
- Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short and long range strategic building plans.
- Advanced knowledge of research laboratory or healthcare building construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including full understanding of industry practices.
- Advanced skills and technological knowledge in areas of architecture, construction, MEPF, Lean Construction and/or Project Delivery.
- Demonstrated skills in problem recognition / avoidance / resolution.
- University, Research Laboratory /or Medical Center experience
- Experience leading multi-discipline project groups on small and medium complex research laboratory or healthcare projects or programs
- Experience in lean business process improvement
- Experience Using Primavera Unifier and P6 Scheduling Software
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Eight (8) years of experience in managing all phases of capital projects; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Advanced knowledge of federal, state and local laws, and regulations governing planning, building design and construction, including but not limited to, JCAHO, OSHPD, NFPA, Title 24, American with disabilities Act, and CDPH requirements.
- Advanced understanding and knowledge of architectural and construction industry theory and practice. Ability to assess technical design documents, construction contracts, and related records.
- Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex, multiphase projects or specialized critical project components within an occupied academic medical center.
- Advanced financial skills to prepare, monitor and manage detailed project budgets, evaluate cost estimates, and review payment requests.
- Advanced skill in advising and consulting with senior leaders, interdisciplinary stakeholders, design professionals and construction contractors.
- Advanced skill managing contractors ensuring compliance with work scope and budget.
- Advanced skill in building, maintaining and nurturing strong professional relationships.
- Advanced Microsoft Office and project manager software skills. Working knowledge of CAD drawing programs and architectural design application programs.
- Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex projects, or highly specialized and critical project component
- Advanced communication skills on a one-to-one basis or in a group setting with project team, leaders, stakeholders, contractors and consultants. Demonstrated ability to present executive summaries to diverse Leadership groups.