Project Manager

Project Manager

Posting #: 5701

Position Status: Full-time regular

Location: San Diego

Position Type: Administrator, University Operations

Position Title & Department:

Project Manager; Planning Design and Construction

Posting #
5701

Department Description:University Operations works in support of the university's mission of advancing academic excellence, expanding liberal and professional knowledge, creating a diverse and inclusive community and preparing leaders who are dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.

University Description:
The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity's urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:
Performs skilled level work in the coordination and development of construction projects, including programming, design, university approval, construction, and move-in. Prepares and/or coordinates design packages for building interior renovations and minor new construction. Manages project contracts during the course of construction and maintains an accurate cost accounting of all construction/renovation projects. Provides construction project estimates and project schedules for all assigned projects. Supervises the maintenance of all campus architectural documents and the facilities inventory as directed by the Director - PDC.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Pre-Construction/Design

• Interviews university personnel and ascertains user renovation/new construction needs.
• Translates user needs into acceptable construction documents in accordance with current building code and ADA regulations.
• Verifies and documents existing site conditions prior to beginning design.
• Prepares and/or coordinates drawings and specifications for all assigned renovation and construction projects.
• Prepares and/or coordinates building elevations and renderings as required.
• Revises construction documents as necessary after change order approval.
• If using outside design firm, verifies that submitted design documents conform to USD design standards, tenant/client needs and all applicable codes.
• Strives to create sustainable designs, targeting LEED Gold criteria when possible.
• Prepares detailed cost estimates for early budget and funding needs.

Construction Management

• Responsible for the management of interior renovation projects and minor new construction projects in terms of budget, schedule, and quality of workmanship as directed by the Director of PDC.
• Issues contracts and purchase orders to contractors and/or vendors.
• Ensures that all construction is completed in accordance with current building, electrical, and mechanical codes, as well as with the approved design.
• Coordinates with the City of San Diego on all permit related issues.
• Estimate construction costs to establish preliminary budgets.
• Maintains project budgets as directed by the Director. Project budgets will range and may be $20M for a single capital project.
• Estimates cost of changes requested by the user.
• Continues interaction with the user(s) during construction to ensure approved changes are accomplished.
• Coordinates project approval with appropriate University personnel.
• Coordinates project construction/completion/move-in with appropriate University departments.
• As directed by the Director of PDC, develops and manages special projects pertaining to university facilities.

Office Management

• Assists in maintaining the archived drawings and specifications.
• Keeps the Director of PDC appraised of project(s) conditions.

Safety

• Consistently follows safety practices as appropriate to the trade and complies with rules and regulations established by the university, state of California, and federal agencies.
• Follows established procedures for dealing with special hazards and promptly reports any on the job accidents to Public Safety and to your chain of command and to the AVP of Facilities Management in writing.
• Maintains an awareness of the typical hazards of the work place as well as special hazards that may be encountered at any university facility location such as biohazards, low-grade radiation and chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid California Driver's License required.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• May be required to drive university vehicles.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement : Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.


Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in architecture, construction management, engineering or a related field. Substitution: A High school diploma and additional years of relevant work experience may substitute for the education requirement, at the rate of two years of experience is equivalent to one year of education.
• Three (3) years of experience managing commercial or institutional construction projects required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer to have three (3) years of experience in drafting construction documents in a commercial or institutional setting.

Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to convert user concepts into project documents.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of construction materials and methods.
• Must be able to manage multiple construction projects including making decisions concerning scope of work and costs.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of current Uniform Building, Fire, and Mechanical Codes as well as the National Electric Code and ADA regulations.
• Must have the ability to follow directions.
• Must be physically able to consistently perform job duties.
• Must have the ability to maintain a professional working relationship with students, faculty, and staff.
• Must adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Must have the ability to supervise and instruct assigned employees.
• Must possess a general knowledge of construction law.
• Must be able to demonstrate advanced ability with the following software: such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Studio, Document Storage sites. Prefer experience with the following software: AutoCAD, TMA/Maximo, Aperture, Photoshop, Construction management software such as EBuilder, ProLog, etc.

Posting Salary:
$8,750-$9,583.33 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Special Application Instructions:
Resume Required

Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application and, for full consideration, please upload a resume to your application profile for the hiring managers' review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Additional Details:
Hours: 40 hours per week

Closing date: Open until filled


Note : External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit

Advertised: August 24, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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