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Senior Project Manager
Virginia Jobs, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450
Department:
Facilities
Classification:
Architect/Engineer 2
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Pay Band: 06
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Records Check:
Yes
About the Department:
George Mason University Facilities ensures a quality physical environment supporting the mission of the university. We will be the technical and business experts of choice with the total trust and confidence of our students, faculty and staff.
About the Position:
Start a new job as a State employee of Virginia. We've got the work. We have a great team. Now, we need an additional team member to contribute to our busy environment. Housekeeping experience a plus, but not required. We want someone who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and will make a noticeable contribution to the educational facilities at George Mason. Your manager can trust that you will get the job done.
George Mason's Facilities department is committed to providing a safe, functional, and clean community experience at the university. So, what's in it for you?
Great benefits for you...
Lots of leave, including paid annual leave, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid two-week winter break ( please note - the break employees often receive during the holiday season is not regularly guaranteed and is subject to annual approval); Tuition exemption and professional development; Commuter Choice Transit Benefit; Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan; and Patriot Perks discounts to restaurants, events, and more! For you and your family...
Health/dental/vision benefits; and Tuition dependent benefit (restrictions apply). We think it's a great career opportunity. Here's what the job looks like....
Responsibilities:
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for capital planning, project planning and programming, design, construction, and fit-out for highly complex capital and non-capital projects from project initiation through turn-over.
Capital Planning
Manages highly complex capital, renovation or upgrade/replacement projects, with multi-million dollar budgets and which span multiple years. These projects include multiple departments and, at times, community and industry partners; and Works with Capital Planners or business units to identify user's capital and non-capital needs, including new programmatic and renewal requirements for buildings and infrastructure. Develops scope, budget and schedule for capital projects. Architecture/Engineer (A/E) Selection & Contract Administration
Develops project scope of services as required on assigned projects and coordinates with contracts for solicitation of RFQ or proposal request; issuance of contract or task order; Participates in A/E selection as requested; Maintains a working knowledge of A/E contractual responsibilities (including the requirements set forth in the contract MOU and CPSM), and administers A/E contracts for all assigned projects through design and construction; Promptly addresses A/E performance issues if performance does not meet contractual obligations; and Facilitates A/E dispute resolution. Programming/Design Phase
Manages programming and design of assigned capital projects to ensure that A/E design submittals maximize the users' program goals and are compliant with the project's authorization criteria, Mason's Higher Education Capital Outlay Manual, Campus Master Plan and Design Guidelines and Construction Standards; Ensures that design submittal, review and approval processes are completed in accordance with the applicable regulatory authority, the HECO Manual, university procedures and project schedules; Implements recovery actions when activity delays impact the design completion date; Manages Value Engineering process of assigned projects; Works to resolve conflicting program requirements, design review comments, and budget concerns; Performs design and constructability reviews, leads construction phasing and logistics planning for assigned projects; and Coordinates work efforts of institutional organizations such as interior design, environmental graphic design, information technology, access control and environmental health safety and risk management to ensure that program objectives, institutional design and construction standards, regulatory requirements, the project schedule requirements, and the project budget are achieved. CM Selection and Bidding
Coordinates with Facilities Contracts and A/E to develop request for CMR proposals or bid solicitations; Participates in CMR or GC selection process as requested. Construction Contract Administration; Provides leadership and works closely with project team to manage construction phase activities of assigned projects; and Visits project site(s) regularly to assess progress and quality of work. Communication & Management
Serves as primary point of contact with academic and business unit representatives for assigned projects throughout the duration of the project. Project Schedules, Budgets, and Records
Ensures maintenance project files in project manage software including timely uploading of documents, completion of templates and manages project approvals for budget, contracts and schedules; Leads the preparation of the project schedule and project budget using established templates; Prepares minutes or project meetings or ensures completeness and accuracy of meeting minutes prepared by consultants or contractors; and Supports the supervisor and project manager in completing other related duties and reports as needed. Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Significant experience with multi-million-dollar facilities project management in design and/or construction, preferably with large scale projects for institutional clients such as institutions of higher education; Experience as Project Manager directing Design and Construction Contracts with demonstrated independent decision making; Experience in selecting, negotiating, and managing professional services contracts; Experience with Design-Bid-Build required; Experience with Design-Build and/or Construction Management at Risk delivery methods; Demonstrated knowledge of architecture/engineering/construction management and the design and construction process; Demonstrated knowledge of furniture acquisition/installation, data, power and telecom coordination, and building commissioning; Ability to coordinate multiple priorities/actions with desired results; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Ability to read and understand documents, plans, and specifications; Ability to maintain professional relationships with associates, subordinates, contractors and the University community; Valid driver's license: must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator's license that meets all of GMU's requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason's Vehicle Use Policy 1411 https://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/vehicle-use/. The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver's licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected with employment contingent upon a favorable review; Registered Architect or Licensed Professional Engineer (in any state) required; and Ability to transfer an out of state registration as an Architect or Professional Engineer to the Commonwealth of Virginia and obtain certification as a Virginia Construction Contracting Officer within one year. Significant experience in an engineering or architectural role may substitute for the registration. Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in related field. Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for
Senior Project Manager
at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: November 21, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: December 5, 2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Facilities
Classification:
Architect/Engineer 2
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Pay Band: 06
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Records Check:
Yes
About the Department:
George Mason University Facilities ensures a quality physical environment supporting the mission of the university. We will be the technical and business experts of choice with the total trust and confidence of our students, faculty and staff.
About the Position:
Start a new job as a State employee of Virginia. We've got the work. We have a great team. Now, we need an additional team member to contribute to our busy environment. Housekeeping experience a plus, but not required. We want someone who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and will make a noticeable contribution to the educational facilities at George Mason. Your manager can trust that you will get the job done.
George Mason's Facilities department is committed to providing a safe, functional, and clean community experience at the university. So, what's in it for you?
Great benefits for you...
Lots of leave, including paid annual leave, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid two-week winter break ( please note - the break employees often receive during the holiday season is not regularly guaranteed and is subject to annual approval); Tuition exemption and professional development; Commuter Choice Transit Benefit; Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan; and Patriot Perks discounts to restaurants, events, and more! For you and your family...
Health/dental/vision benefits; and Tuition dependent benefit (restrictions apply). We think it's a great career opportunity. Here's what the job looks like....
Responsibilities:
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for capital planning, project planning and programming, design, construction, and fit-out for highly complex capital and non-capital projects from project initiation through turn-over.
Capital Planning
Manages highly complex capital, renovation or upgrade/replacement projects, with multi-million dollar budgets and which span multiple years. These projects include multiple departments and, at times, community and industry partners; and Works with Capital Planners or business units to identify user's capital and non-capital needs, including new programmatic and renewal requirements for buildings and infrastructure. Develops scope, budget and schedule for capital projects. Architecture/Engineer (A/E) Selection & Contract Administration
Develops project scope of services as required on assigned projects and coordinates with contracts for solicitation of RFQ or proposal request; issuance of contract or task order; Participates in A/E selection as requested; Maintains a working knowledge of A/E contractual responsibilities (including the requirements set forth in the contract MOU and CPSM), and administers A/E contracts for all assigned projects through design and construction; Promptly addresses A/E performance issues if performance does not meet contractual obligations; and Facilitates A/E dispute resolution. Programming/Design Phase
Manages programming and design of assigned capital projects to ensure that A/E design submittals maximize the users' program goals and are compliant with the project's authorization criteria, Mason's Higher Education Capital Outlay Manual, Campus Master Plan and Design Guidelines and Construction Standards; Ensures that design submittal, review and approval processes are completed in accordance with the applicable regulatory authority, the HECO Manual, university procedures and project schedules; Implements recovery actions when activity delays impact the design completion date; Manages Value Engineering process of assigned projects; Works to resolve conflicting program requirements, design review comments, and budget concerns; Performs design and constructability reviews, leads construction phasing and logistics planning for assigned projects; and Coordinates work efforts of institutional organizations such as interior design, environmental graphic design, information technology, access control and environmental health safety and risk management to ensure that program objectives, institutional design and construction standards, regulatory requirements, the project schedule requirements, and the project budget are achieved. CM Selection and Bidding
Coordinates with Facilities Contracts and A/E to develop request for CMR proposals or bid solicitations; Participates in CMR or GC selection process as requested. Construction Contract Administration; Provides leadership and works closely with project team to manage construction phase activities of assigned projects; and Visits project site(s) regularly to assess progress and quality of work. Communication & Management
Serves as primary point of contact with academic and business unit representatives for assigned projects throughout the duration of the project. Project Schedules, Budgets, and Records
Ensures maintenance project files in project manage software including timely uploading of documents, completion of templates and manages project approvals for budget, contracts and schedules; Leads the preparation of the project schedule and project budget using established templates; Prepares minutes or project meetings or ensures completeness and accuracy of meeting minutes prepared by consultants or contractors; and Supports the supervisor and project manager in completing other related duties and reports as needed. Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Significant experience with multi-million-dollar facilities project management in design and/or construction, preferably with large scale projects for institutional clients such as institutions of higher education; Experience as Project Manager directing Design and Construction Contracts with demonstrated independent decision making; Experience in selecting, negotiating, and managing professional services contracts; Experience with Design-Bid-Build required; Experience with Design-Build and/or Construction Management at Risk delivery methods; Demonstrated knowledge of architecture/engineering/construction management and the design and construction process; Demonstrated knowledge of furniture acquisition/installation, data, power and telecom coordination, and building commissioning; Ability to coordinate multiple priorities/actions with desired results; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Ability to read and understand documents, plans, and specifications; Ability to maintain professional relationships with associates, subordinates, contractors and the University community; Valid driver's license: must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator's license that meets all of GMU's requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason's Vehicle Use Policy 1411 https://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/vehicle-use/. The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver's licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected with employment contingent upon a favorable review; Registered Architect or Licensed Professional Engineer (in any state) required; and Ability to transfer an out of state registration as an Architect or Professional Engineer to the Commonwealth of Virginia and obtain certification as a Virginia Construction Contracting Officer within one year. Significant experience in an engineering or architectural role may substitute for the registration. Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in related field. Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for
Senior Project Manager
at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: November 21, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: December 5, 2024
Open Until Filled: Yes