Construction Project Manager

Job Function Summary:

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of the design and construction of significant projects or highly specialized and critical components within these projects. Projects are often characterized by their complexity. The Project Manager will exercise independent judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining satisfactory results and may oversee, manage, supervise, or provide guidance to other Facilities Project Managers and / or Analysts.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Facilities Projects, the incumbent is accountable for construction management, monitoring construction contract compliance and coordination services in support of the campus departments to ensure the construction phases of projects are on schedule, high-quality, cost-effective, and appropriate to the project needs. This involves all elements of construction management from cost estimating through construction phase closeout including initial estimating, safety compliance, contract compliance, coordination and closeout of large and small projects. The incumbent works with the program managers, senior project managers and project managers to organize, plan, and control the construction efforts on projects in the Building Renewal Program. Also, may be called upon to assist with FIN (Facilities Investment Needs) projects as needed. This involves working with program managers, project managers and facility managers in selecting general contractors and subcontractors, coordinating the activities of multiple general contractors on multiple project sites, construction inspectors, and others associated with the projects; monitoring project progress and quality; resolving problems that arise in the projects; working with state agency officials to ensure compliance and safety.

The incumbent has first line responsibility to communicate effectively with project stakeholders regarding construction activity impacts and schedules

Department Overview:

The UCSF Facilities Services Department (FS) is committed to creating an exceptional campus physical environment to support the research, teaching, health care and community service mission of the University. FS employs over 460 professional staff and acts as a steward for over $100 million in operating funds to achieve its goals in operating and maintaining the UCSF campus environment. FS is organized into 6 operating units: (1) West Campus/Parnassus Operations, (2) East Campus/Mission Bay Operations, (3) Engineering & Utilities, (4) Facilities Projects, (5) Business Operations & Support Center, and (6) General Services.

FS adheres to and supports campus-wide P.R.I.D.E. values and the Principles of Community, and all FS leaders are expected to create a fair, equitable, safe, and supportive work environment where everyone can do their best work. FS leaders share accountability for the overall success of the operation and strive towards a high-performance work environment. We value innovation, creative problem-solving, and diligent follow-through.