Senior Project Manager

Planning, Design & Construction

Job Description

Role
Summary

MU Planning, Design & Construction (PD&C) provides services to improve the physical environment in support of MU’s
Institutional mission and vision, managing all efforts in the design and construction of new structures, renovation and repair projects and
infrastructure development. Planning and Design provides MU with facility designs that optimize quality, timeliness, and cost effectiveness.
Project Management guides MU colleagues through the planning and design process and oversees the work of contracted architects and
engineers. Construction directs the physical implementation of the facility designs. Design Services provides a cost-effective means of
delivering a large number of small and medium sized projects, primarily for renovation and repair. The unit provides architectural, interior
design, engineering, space planning and move management services.

Under the direction of the Director of Planning, Design and
Construction, the Senior Project Manager provides professional engineering direction and project management for design and construction
projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing project scope, schedule and budget, for projects that are designed
  by contracted and/or internal consultants (architects, engineers and interior designers).
• Managing the architectural and engineering
  development of construction projects, campus facilities master plans, and facilities development studies.
• Plan, assign, and manage
  workload and activities of professional staff, provide assistance and instruction, assure accuracy and completeness, monitor design staff
  progress with respect to adherence to schedules, expended time on projects, and quality of over-all product.
• Manage and direct
  departmental staff time and forecast related costs including monthly invoicing procedures.
• Reviewing and approving final plans and
  specifications prepared by contracted and/or internal consultants (architects, engineers and interior designers).
• Identify,
  coordinate, and contract with additional consultants to support the project scope of work.
• Coordinate and communicate with campus
  and community partners and stakeholders.
  Maintain project cost and schedule information and continually monitor progress and status as
  the project design develops. Provide active direction to consultants and stakeholders to align deviations.
• Initiate and facilitate
  bidding processes.
• Evaluating and making recommendations in the selection, and contracting of project consultants, developing
  contractual documents for consulting services, and assessing completeness of contract requirements.
• Providing professional support
  in the preparation of Board actions for construction projects, campus master plans, and facilities development studies.
  Developing and
  maintaining University facility design standards.
• Participate in construction phase activities as needed to support the construction
  manager, or construction supervisor colleague.

As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be
expected in order to support the mission and purpose of the University of Missouri.

Shift

8:00 a.m. – 5:00
p.m., Monday – Friday

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education
and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Licensure or
certification may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License
• Extensive
  experience in planning and design, code analysis, project cost estimating, bidding, and coordination of design documents through all phases
  of projects required.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Extensive knowledge of design and construction
  industry
• Construction contract experience
• Knowledge of industry standard software (AutoCAD, Revit, e-Builder, Bluebeam,
  Excel, Zoom, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and be
  self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals, with the ability to foresee needs, identify solutions,
  and be flexible with work assignments.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, which will allow legal operation of a motor vehicle
  in the State of Missouri.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $115,000 – $135,000
annually

Grade: GGS-13

University Title: Managing Engineer

Internal applicants can determine their University title by
accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not
available for this position.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city
features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its
location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in
the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest
population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of
restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your
education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is
eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and
educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty &
Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resou
rces/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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