Assistant Director for Project Management
Hiring Department: Planning, Sustainability and Project Management
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1023366
Posting Close Date: December 6, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.
Description:
Position Summary:
The Assistant Director for Project Management manages the planning, design, commissioning, inspection, remodeling and construction of new buildings, additions to existing buildings, site development and infrastructure improvements.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provides project management services for projects, including new construction, renovation, infrastructure, and site-work; serves as the Owner's Representative and provides professional support for all phases of a project, including feasibility, design, construction document preparation, bidding, construction and post construction.
- Helps write and administer contracts with outside architect/engineer (A/E) consultants and contractors.
- Exercises discretion and independent judgement to lead all aspects of project management, including A/E team-building, scope-of-work and contract development, contract execution and dispute resolution.
- Applies professional judgement to review, critique and approve plans, specifications and bidding documents for contract work developed by architects and engineers.
- Assists in the evaluation of requirements for new space and for reconfiguration of existing facilities; develops the preparation of programs, scopes of work, and project budgets.
- Coordinates the development of programs, drawings and specifications; administers contracts for professional service consultants.
- Provides technical review of design and construction documents prepared by external architects, engineers, and other professional services consultants.
- Assists with the commissioning of building systems for major projects, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, exterior enclosure, and other building systems.
- Develops and manages project schedules and analyzes critical paths; aligns project requirements with design documents developed by multi-disciplinary design teams; manages project budgets and ensures thorough communication with all project stakeholders.
- Conducts visual assessments of existing UIC buildings and records observed deficiencies with building systems.
- Conducts regular site visits for construction and renovation projects to evaluate if contractors are fulfilling the requirements of the contract documents.
- Reviews design and construction documents for compliance with applicable local, state, federal and/or industry codes and with Campus Building Standards.
- Coordinates activities with external groups, including the Illinois Capital Development Board, U.S Department of Health and Human Services, Illinois Department of Public Health, Illinois Medical District, City of Chicago and other federal, state and municipal agencies.
- Leads collaborative cross-functional teams in collaborating with other campus stakeholders to address issues such as Campus Building Standards and project design reviews.
- Performs other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, scheduling, cost estimating and construction contract administration.
- Desired qualities include the capability to think creatively, a solid knowledge of design, cost estimating, scheduling and construction principles as well as of applicable codes, accessibility standards and basic safety and legal issues.
- Ability to produce documents for the design of building systems or conduct detailed technical reviews.
- Strong interpersonal, management and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel and scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred.
- Experience at an urban public research university and large tertiary care hospital preferred; ASHE Health Care Construction Certificate or similar preferred.
- Certificate of registration as a Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer is preferred; certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.
- Proficiency with CAD software is preferred.
- Heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems experience that includes health care and research laboratory settings is preferred.
- Experience with energy conservation projects is preferred.
- Experience with complex Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Tridium is preferred.
- Experience with project management software such as Procore, e-Builder or Kahua is preferred.
To Apply:
For fullest consideration, please submit a complete application and upload a cover letter (required), current resume, and the contact information for up to three professional contacts by September 23, 2024. Click on the APPLY NOW button to begin the application process.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure your application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.
All full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes vacation, holiday and sick. In addition, we offer tuition benefits for employees and dependents. Please visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits for a complete list of benefits.
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