Senior Project Manager (Engineering and Architecture Program Manager)

Job Summary:

This position will be assigned projects on the CU Denver, CU Anschutz, or both campuses. The Senior Project Manager is typically assigned a project at conception and will manage the project through all phases of planning, construction, and close-out. The Senior Project Manager may be managing upwards of twenty projects at various stages of the project life-cycle depending on project type, volume, and University needs. Throughout the course of a project, the Senior Project Manager will work with internal University clients, departments, stakeholders, Facilities Building Maintenance and Operations, and University Service Providers such as the Office of Institutional Planning, EH&S, Office of Information Technology, University Police, Electronic Security, and Grants and Contracts as appropriate. The position will develop strong relationships with architectural and engineering firms, consultants, and contractors. This position will have opportunities to serve on project oversight committees, design team and contractor selection committees, and internal department committees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Schedule and Budget Management
• Contractual Agreements
• Design Administration
• Bidding and Construction Administration
• Post Construction Issues
• Dispute Resolution
• Estimating

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is a nationwide leader in education and research. This position is involved in a wide variety of construction projects including site infrastructure, classrooms, offices, lab space, day care facilities and police facilities. The work varies from smaller office renovations to large multi-million dollar ground up new construction. Modifying space on campus is a constant process ranging from creating the best facilities for the student population to new lab space for cutting edge medical research.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited, non-correspondence college or university in construction management, architecture, architectural engineering, construction engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related degree
• 5 (five) years of construction project management experience in the alteration, modification and remodel of small ($25K) to large ($10M+) renovation and capital projects for institutional or commercial buildings which must have included at least one year experience in planning/cost estimating work
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Project
• Experience with Bluebeam
  
  
  
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
  
  
  
  

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in design and construction administration of buildings and remodel projects in an institutional, higher education, or similar setting.
• Experience working for organizations with construction standards and guidelines.
• Experience with construction project management platforms
• Experience with State of Colorado, Office of the Architect, and State Buildings Program contractual agreements, or similar.
• Strong background in construction estimating
• Experience in Design/Build or Construction Management/General Contractor project delivery methods.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Communicate design and construction concepts, processes, procedures and industry standards to clients and Service Providers
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Fully competent with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Ability to supervise project management staff.
• Manage to realistic project budgets

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Todd Akey, todd.akey@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by June 1, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $86,490 - $110,015.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.