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Construction Project Manager

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2026
Manages capital and/or in-house projects during the design and construction phase to ensure project completion within budget, on schedule, and within scope. Determines client needs, develops designs and project timelines, monitors and forecasts budgets, and supervises contractual matters. Coordinates project effectively across multiple people and teams.

Planning and Design Administration

Please review the Department of Planning, Design and Construction website Office of Planning, Design & Construction |

Essential Functions

  • Manage resources, optimize performance of in-house higher education projects during the construction phase; provides technical guidance as needed during the project construction phase.
  • Ensures compliance, develops a scope of work that accurately reflects the client’s needs and university standards.
  • Establishes and manages preliminary budget; ensures the approval of project funding; reviews and approves applications for payment.
  • Coordinates with clients, in-house trades, engineers, architects, and contractors to complete project; identifies potential issues and takes preventative measures.
  • Maintains proper records of projects and communications; updates computer records.
  • Makes recommendations for project selections; obtains reviews; coordinates with others to meet goals and objectives.

Physical Effort

Light Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Construction Project Manager

Job Family

Campus Operations

Job Sub-Family

Planning, Design, & Construction

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range

TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Not Applicable

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