Summary

As part of the Facilities Planning team, the Project Manager has responsibility for all aspects of the development and implementation of small to mid-sized capital design and construction projects and for coordinating all phases of large capital projects with campus constituents.

The successful candidate will manage multiple projects simultaneously, will possess and apply comprehensive knowledge of design and construction management, and will communicate effectively and work collaboratively with UM-Dearborn faculty and staff, all members of the Facilities Operations team, the design and construction team, and campus community.   The Project Manager must effectively coordinate the activities of the design and construction project teams, providing technical and analytical guidance, demonstrating a clear understanding of the roles and functions of each team member, conducting project meetings, and providing regular project tracking and analysis.  Additional responsibilities include construction site visits to monitor progress and ascertain whether phases of the construction process are in compliance with building plans and project deadlines.

Who We Are

UM-Dearborn is among the top-tier comprehensive public universities in the Midwest with ~9,000 students, outstanding faculty and staff, as well as beautiful facilities and grounds. We are proud of our 60+ year history: UM-Dearborn was first created as the Dearborn Center of the University of Michigan in 1959. Ford Motor Company gave the University of Michigan approximately 200 acres, including beautiful grounds along the Rouge River in Dearborn, as well as $6 million to build the campus' first four buildings. The campus was initially established with an emphasis on cooperative education. In 1971, it became a four-year undergraduate school; with some master's level graduate programs. Since then, the campus has experienced steady growth in both enrollment and in range of programming to include undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral-level programs.

Responsibilities*

Include managing the project design and construction process:

• Prepares work scopes, project schedules, and estimates of probable cost.
• Prepares space layouts and bid documents for small projects (<$15k)
• Works with Procurement to bid and contract various outside partners for design and construction.
• Coordinates plan review sessions with architects and clients to ensure programming needs and University guidelines have been met.
• Oversees contractors, ITS, furniture vendors, and moving companies during construction and installation periods.
• Coordinates with Plant Operations and clients to manage system shutdowns and minimize impact to occupied buildings.
• Maintains project status workbooks to track costs, schedule, and project details.  Communicates regularly with leadership on project status.
• Assures completion within established schedule and budgetary limits and in accordance with university design guidelines and regulatory codes.
• Manages document control for project as-built drawings and Operations & Maintenance manuals.  Works with Building Services and Plant Operations to manage the transfer of renovated spaces from construction to ongoing operations.

Skills You Have

• Experience with defining project scope and objectives, architectural programming, design, project development and construction management.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a customer focused environment.
• Knowledge of project management tools and practices, and procedures in the field of architecture and facilities planning.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and regulations related to educational environments.
• Ability to analyze, compare and evaluate various courses of action and make independent decisions on matters of significance.
• Ability to set priorities; handle multiple assignments and deadlines, and to display excellent judgment while working in a flexible and professional manner.
• Working knowledge of project budgeting, estimating, cost control and resource management.
• Established excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate and work with all levels of constituents, while operating in a fast-paced customer service environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a part of a team.
• Ability to access project jobsites, including excavation sites and buildings with different access/entry structures including ladders, and to navigate uneven surfaces.  Ability to Walk, stand, bend, stoop, climb, work from heights, and crawl into tight spaces as required.
• Experience with higher education and professional business environments preferred.

Required Qualifications*

• A Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or interior design required.
• Three to five years of design and project management experience required. 
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, MS Project, Adobe, and Google documents.
• In-depth knowledge of architectural standards, engineering practices, building ordinances and blueprints.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.