Sr. Design & Construction Project Manager (Facilities Management) - #Staff

Sr Design & Construction Project Manager

Planning, Design & Construction

The Planning, Design & Construction (PD&C) department is responsible for all major and minor capital projects for the Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH). Under general supervision of the Assistant Director of Planning, Design & Construction, we are seeking a Sr Design & Construction Project Manager who will manage and provide oversight on all phases of building design and construction for assigned projects. Specific duties and responsibilities include managing new construction, renovation, and tenant fit-out, and capital renewal projects ranging in cost up to, and often exceeding, $20 M. Typical assignments will include multiple projects with tight timelines, focused programs, difficult logistics and fixed budgets.

The Sr Design & Construction Project Manager will work cohesively with all units within the Bloomberg Facilities Management Department. They will represent the University to external constituencies, including architects, engineers, constructors, regulatory agencies, etc. on a variety of issues related to project development and delivery and develop excellent vendor relations based on reasonable expectations, consistency in project execution, fairness, prompt payment, and enjoyable working relationships.

The Sr Design & Construction Project Manager will provide exemplary customer service by actively managing the entire design and construction project, including initiation, design, budget, and construction, by providing timely and accurate updates to the client representative regarding project status, budget and schedule.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required include knowledge of design and construction business practices including, but not limited to, scope preparation, contract issues, insurance requirements, labor rates, invoicing, etc. Experience and knowledge of design and construction methodologies for a variety of building types, mechanical and electrical systems and construction delivery methods. Strategic thinker with proven planning skills. Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks, resolve problems, negotiate solutions and prioritize tasks. Builds and sustains positive and collaborative working relationships with a wide range of constituents. Proficient in the use of MS Office, MS Project, and pdf mark-up software; familiarity with AutoCAD and BIM.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field. Ten years of construction / project management experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma / graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred qualifications include twelve years of project management experience with a proven track record of providing exemplary customer service.