Department Project Manager

Department Summary The UCLA Chemistry & Biochemistry Department has a tradition of excellence and is ranked among the best in the country, as evidenced by the quality of its programs, the caliber of its faculty, and the excellence of its students. The Department is a leader in cutting‑edge research and innovative educational programs. Position Summary The Project Manager has full responsibility and accountability for managing renovation, repair, alteration and design projects for the Chemistry & Biochemistry department under the direction of the CAO and Vice Chair of Space and Operations in partnership with the Director of Operations. Take the lead role in projects from inception through completion and diligently initiate, monitor, and follow through all related activities to ensure work adequately reflects the Department's needs and is executed in a continuous and prompt manner within the project budget. The role encompasses not only renovation, repair, alteration, and design projects, but also broader departmental operational efforts. Salary & Compensation UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, students, staff and the public. (Required) Ability to interact with persons of various social, cultural and educational backgrounds in a positive, effective manner. (Required) Skill in collecting and collating information from a number of sources. (Required) Skill in systematically organizing material in order to maintain efficient record‑keeping systems. (Required) Detailed knowledge of UCLA Accounting and Financial policies and systems. (Preferred) Knowledge of building space planning that involves risk assessment to meet departmental needs. (Required) Knowledge of project management methodologies and process improvement frameworks. (Preferred) Experience using project management software to manage and track project workflows. (Preferred) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience/training. (Required) Formal project management or process improvement training (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma). (Preferred) Project Management certification from a reputable organization such as PMP, CSM, or ACP including a qualifying exam and/or quality assurance processes like Six Sigma or Lean or equivalent experience. (Required) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Schedule 8 am – 5 pm Union/Policy Covered RP-Research and Public Service PR #J-18808-Ljbffr The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus