Project Manager

General Description / Primary Purpose

The Project Manager, under the direction of an Assistant Director or above, assists in the design, development, and implementation of department processes and/or programs. Recommends policies and procedures to ensure effective coordination of departmental programs.

Job Functions

• Coordinates and assists in the planning, cost estimating, budget control, obtaining permits, construction management, and problem solving for the effective delivery of assigned capital projects.
• Manage the design and construction process to ensure the timely delivery of the facility.
• Coordinate construction activities with consultants, contractors, and other resources in the delivery of the technical documents and subsequently, the completed facility.
• Interact with Jurisdictional Authorities to obtain appropriate permits and approvals.
• Under the direction of the Director, the incumbent will manage the design and construction process from start to finish. This will include managing budgets and timelines, managing user groups, consultants, and other vendors.
• Formulate and recommend procedures to effectively administer Capital Projects.
• Performs assignments using independent judgment and making technical decisions as necessary in developing solutions to construction problem areas.
• Acts as liaison with state officials and agencies, commodity vendors, outside consultants, and user groups within the university, as well as with higher levels of the administration.
• Handles confidential project information with a high level of discretion related to construction activities, consultants, and vendors.
• During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job-related duties at a designated off-campus location or place of residence.
  
  

Supervision Received

The incumbent works with the Director and Assistant Director to ensure policies and procedures are understood and followed. The director provides general directions, and the Assistant Director works more closely with the incumbent and holds regular meetings to discuss pending issues requiring direction and input.

Required Qualifications

Master's or Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the Universitys Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the Universitys collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNFs mission to contribute to he public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.