Construction Project Manager, Research

Job Title

Manages renovation design and/or construction projects as the Kennesaw State University representative.

Job Description

With in-depth knowledge of University System of Georgia Board of Regents policy and procedure, delivers construction projects from the design phase through close-out. Develops project success criteria including developing budget estimates, schedules, and scopes as required to facilitate project decision-making. Assures completion of projects, compliance, and adherence to campus design standards, state regulations and building codes. Partners and liaises with University stakeholders and leadership as well as external consultants and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

- Responsible for the oversight and management of small to medium design and construction projects. Develops comprehensive project charters, budget estimates, schedule drafts, and scope summaries to align project stakeholders and solicit appropriate approvals. Develops accurate and comprehensive Requests for Qualifications/Proposals to identify and select high-quality and appropriate consultants and contractors. Manages and coordinates the work of consultant and contractor firms. Coordinates and conducts owner's review of design documents and specifications. Analyzes and vets change orders, invoices, consulting agreement contracts, schedules, and budget estimates. Coordinates with Fire Marshal on project reviews along with inspections. Visits work sites and inspects projects to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. Drives personal and KSU vehicles to work sites and meetings.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required from an accredited institution of higher education in architecture, engineering, construction management or a related field. Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license. Five (5) years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Architectural or Professional Engineer license. Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in architecture, engineering, construction management or a similar field. Experience in higher education. Experience working within the University System of Georgia. Experience with wet and dry research laboratory, hospital, healthcare, or similar facility construction.

Proposed Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $96,000. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

Background Check

Standard Enhanced Education MVR 9 Panel Lab Drug Test Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.