Barnard College
SeniorProjectManager
“Senior Project Manager at Barnard College. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, capital project management, design management, construction management, people management, project acceptance, planning, departmental management, administration, communications, collaboration. Plan, manage, and coordinate the capital program.. Manage multiple projects ranging from small to large.”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure design is completed within the established parameters; ensure that institutional goals as well as regulatory requirements are met; ensure budget compliance; completion of construction on time and within budget; ensure appropriate final project acceptance; Ensure timely closeout of all contracts and financial processes; successful fulfillment of services; ensure a cooperative and positive project experience for all parties to the greatest extent possible
Industry & Context.
performing a wide variety of problem resolution activities; Demonstrated ability to act decisively and independently to resolve complex issues.
Ability to access active construction sites, including climbing ladders and navigating uneven terrain., Ability to lift 25 pounds., May require an on-site presence of up to five times a week depending on operational needs.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or equivalent combination of experience and expertise., Minimum seven (7) years of relevant capital project management and leadership experience.
Nice to Have
Experience managing capital projects from an owner’s perspective., Experience working in higher education or with similar complex institutions., Familiarity working within regulatory environments such as New York City., Experience with management of infrastructure projects, including mechanical, electrical, fire protection, security, façade and roofing., Professional certifications such as PMP or LEED accreditation.
What You'll Do.
and coordinate the capital program.
Manage multiple projects ranging from small to large.
Manage the design phase of capital projects.
Manage value engineering and/or scope reduction activities.
Manage all duties as necessary for the completion of construction on time and within budget.
Manage all contractors
and vendors associated with construction.
Ensure quality control/assurance.
Manage and coordinate all construction activities with existing protocols and constraints imposed by campus
Manage and maintain project budget and schedules.
Directly manage the team of internal and external project managers.
Perform and coordinate all activities as necessary to ensure appropriate final project acceptance.
Ensure timely closeout of all contracts and financial processes.
Perform duties as assigned that may affect the Capital Program and not be related to a specific project.
and synthesis of various studies to assess the physical and programmatic space needs of the campus.
Help to establish ongoing capital plan and priorities for the department.
Perform administrative tasks related to the planning and management of Capital Projects.
Perform frequent and robust communications related to project activities.
Utilize a variety of communications tools and methods to ensure full distribution of information.
Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders as necessary to ensure a cooperative and positive project experience for all parties to the greatest extent possible.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate consultant and stakeholder meetings and activities.; Manage all contractors, consultants, and vendors associated with construction.; Directly manage the team of internal and external project managers.; Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders as necessary.; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, the campus community, city officials, other government agencies, and the general public.
Communication Scope
Skilled in communicating information to a diverse set of constituencies in a collegial environment.; Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.; Ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels in a demanding environment.; Must excel in managing and communicating with vendors and contractors in the field.; Perform frequent and robust communications related to project activities.; Utilize a variety of communications tools and methods to ensure full distribution of information.
Process & Methodology
capital project management, design management, construction management, project acceptance, planning, departmental management, administration, schedule management, budget management, cost controls, negotiations, dispute resolution, change order review, project closeout, financial processes management, capital plan establishment, capital plan prioritization, workplan development
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