Preconstruction Project Manager - University Of Michigan (The Regents @ Ann Arbor) : Job Details

What You'll Do

Reporting to the AEC-Construction Services Department, you will have the following responsibilities:

* Meet and communicate with Construction Services supervisors, facility managers, professors, researchers, and other partners to develop project goals and scope definition.

* Perform site visits to gain first-hand knowledge of project requirements.

* Anticipate level of architect/engineer involvement needed to meet project goals.

* Participate in the project triage process to decide the most appropriate execution strategy for a project

* Lead design-phase efforts performed, by third-party architectural and engineering firms, on projects where CS is providing a turn-key delivery.

* Approve design firm proposals and invoices.

* Provide basic designs of offices, classrooms, labs, and their components.

* Manage several small projects of relatively short duration.

* Monitor design firm performance and ability to meet project goals.

* Review designs with appropriate stakeholders and coordinate with agency reviews to ensure compliance with codes and regulations. Help administer RFIs and construction bulletins for design revisions and issues encountered.

* Work with the CS supervisor to help resolve design related issue during the construction phase.

* Work with CS supervisors, Architecture & Engineering and FOIS Space Information departments to archive design, warranty, commissioning, and other project data needed by other U-M stakeholders.

Mission Statement

Facilities and Operations (F&O) seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.

F&O is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being a part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care--that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Its adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

* Generous time off, including Family care, Maternity and Parental paid leaves

* A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

* Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

* Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

* Long-term disability coverage

* Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Required Qualifications*

* A bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or construction related science from an accredited institution.

* Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in the design and construction of institutional or commercial buildings.

* General knowledge of the Michigan Building Code, NFPA 101, NEC, NFPA 72, ASHRAE 90.1, and other related building codes.

* Knowledge of the building systems including complex mechanical, electrical, and controls systems.

* Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Revit platforms.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes