Senior Project Manager - Urbana-Champaign, IL

Capital Construction Senior Project Manager 

Facilities and Services (A1600012)
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Capital Construction Senior Project Manager Capital Programs Division Facilities & Services University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Facilities & Services at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks a Capital Construction Senior Project Manager. This is a full-time Academic Professional position that reports to the Associate Director for Project Management within the Capital Programs Division. The Project Management Department is responsible for the delivery of small and large capital, repair and renovation, grounds and utility infrastructure projects. They work to ensure successful completion of all design and construction work for customers. Major Duties & Responsibilities: Manage design and construction execution, including scope, budget, contracts and schedule, which have been established during the planning phase of capital projects. Primary responsibilities begin during the design phase of projects, but must also participate during planning, review developing project requirements, and assist with the selection of project consultants. Supervise and coordinate assigned project management staff. Supervise and coordinate those project management services associated with all capital improvements including, but not limited to project budgeting, procurement of professional and construction services and all construction activities. Assist contract specialists and project assistants with the procedures/protocol for administration of contract documentation, this includes: bond documentation, certificate of insurance documentation, review of draft documents required for approval by the Board of Trustees, review of contracts for contractors and architects/engineers, etc. The Senior PM is ultimately responsible for the quality and accuracy of all contract documents associated with their projects as well as training and coaching their staff to have similar oversight and attention to detail on the projects assigned to the PMs. Work with the Associate Director for Project Management to develop, review and implement Facilities & Services policies and procedures related to project management Work closely with the Planner for all assigned projects in the conceptualization phase to ensure projects are being developed with an appropriate scope, schedule and budget for execution in the project management phase. Review program statements and ads related to outlining the scope of work and services for the professional services required for each project assigned to the Senior PM or PMs in the Senior PM’s group.  Work closely with the Planner and Associate Director to ensure necessary services are being procured. Participate as a member of the quality based selection committee, or request for proposals, when requested, for the hiring of architects, engineers, construction managers and other consultants to be employed for assigned capital projects. Work with the Capital Development Board project manager in the execution of CDB projects on UIUC’s campus. Represent and advocate for UIUC’s interests and be the main point of contact for scope, schedule and budget issues related to project delivery. Ensure the project is compliant with all federal, state, and University rules and regulations affecting contract administration and procurement of professional services and materials and labor for new construction, remodeling, renovation, and minor repairs. Work closely with consultants in permit application preparation and review and with contractors in permit compliance. For consideration, applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Business, Finance, Management, Accountancy, Economics or related field. Master’s degree preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Business, Finance, Management, Accountancy, Economics or related field. Minimum eight years of progressively responsible administrative experience on design and construction related projects are required. Work in a University environment on design and construction related projects and LEED experience is required. Additional consideration will be given to candidates who possess professional licenses. Knowledge of computer applications, the ability and personality to work effectively with academic individuals and groups on a variety of issues, strong communication skills – both verbal and written, and the ability to handle numerous issues simultaneously and meet required, and sometimes difficult, deadlines is required.  Salary is commensurate with demonstrated ability and experience. This is a full-time 12-month academic professional appointment. The proposed starting date is as soon as possible following the close date. The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. In order to receive full consideration, please create your candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter, resume, a copy of your college transcripts, and the names/contact information for three professional references by February 9, 2016. Applicants may be interviewed before February 9, 2016; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date. For further information regarding application procedures, contact Nicole McCurry at nmccurry@illinois.edu .

Senior Planner - Washington, DC

Senior Planner
Ayers Saint Gross

Washington, DC

Ayers Saint Gross Architects + Planners is a 150-person firm designing environments that support the creation and dissemination of knowledge and culture for major higher education, civic, and cultural institutions. With headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland and offices in Washington, DC and Arizona, our span is national with an increasing presence internationally.

Position Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join our planning team in our Washington, DC office. This is a senior leadership position working in close coordination with the Principal in Charge to provide project leadership and management to multiple planning projects. We are looking for an energetic professional with strong organizational skills to manage multi-disciplinary teams to provide collaborative, quality planning solutions. Projects typically overlap the disciplines of planning, architecture, urban design, landscape architecture, and graphic design. Ideal candidates should have interest in problem solving for higher education and cultural clients.

Responsibilities:

• In close collaboration with the Principal in Charge, lead and manage planning projects and teams within the planning studio.
• Work collaboratively with clients, consultants and internal team members.
• Manage internal team in the preparation of deliverables and conduct presentations to clients.
• Manage external consultants and contracts.
• Manage internal project finances and staffing.
• Be able to travel to client sites as needed.
• Assist with marketing and business development activities.