Sr. Design & Construction Project Manager (Facilities Management)

Sr. Design & Construction Project ManagerThe Planning, Design & Construction (PD&C) department is responsible for all major and minor capital projects for the Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH). Under general supervision of the Assistant Director of Planning, Design & Construction, we are seeking a Sr. Design & Construction Project Manager who will manage and provide oversight on all phases of building design and construction for assigned projects.Specific duties and responsibilities include:Managing new construction, renovation, and tenant fit-out, and capital renewal projects ranging in cost up to, and often exceeding, $20 M. Typical assignments will include multiple projects with tight timelines, focused programs, difficult logistics and fixed budgets. Works cohesively with all units within the Bloomberg Facilities Management Department.Representing the University to external constituencies, including architects, engineers, constructors, regulatory agencies, etc. on a variety of issues related to project development and delivery and developing excellent vendor relations based on reasonable expectations, consistency in project execution, fairness, prompt payment, and enjoyable working relationships.Providing exemplary customer service by actively managing the entire design and construction project, including initiation, design, budget, and construction, by providing timely and accurate updates to the client representative regarding project status, budget and schedule.Project initiation includes:Reviewing program requirements and scope with Client Representative & Users. Implementing Economic Inclusion goals for each project.Developing project milestone schedule.Reviewing and finalizing potential bidders with Director FM, Assistant Director PD&C and client representative.Preparing and managing Requests for Proposals for design, geotechnical survey, surveying, general contracting, construction management, furniture, equipment, commissioning, testing & inspection, moving, etc.Receiving, tabulating and analyzing bids and proposals. Reviewing and making recommendation of award with client representative.Preparing contracts and purchase orders for all project vendors. Establishing project deliverable requirements.Project design includes:Coordinating internal and external project reviews.Ensuring adherence to PD&C policies, procedures, and project management standards. Promoting sustainable practices in the project delivery process.Reviewing project design for adherence to BSPH design standards and client requirements. Managing project design to ensure budget and schedule compliance.Monitoring project deliverables for compliance with project requirements. Reviewing Economic Inclusion work plans and monitoring/verifying participation. Monitoring design schedule to meet project milestones.Reviewing project status and providing risk assessment with regard to budget and schedule.Project budget includes:Establishing, maintaining and monitoring project budget. Providing cash flow projections as required.Reviewing and approving all project invoices.Reviewing and approving all change events and change orders. Managing budget forecasts and contingency.Reviewing and approving project insurance certificates.Project construction includes:Coordinating project logistics, distributing notification to BSPH and non-BSPH constituents. Coordinating project outage requirements.Ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and PD&C project management standards. Promoting sustainable practices in the project delivery process.Monitoring project construction for adherence to BSPH design standards and client requirements. Managing project construction to ensure budget and schedule compliance.Monitoring construction schedule to meet project milestones.Monitoring project deliverables for compliance with project requirements. Reviewing Economic Inclusion work plans and monitoring/verifying participation.Reviewing RFIs and submittals for compliance with project requirements and design standards. Managing BSPH procurements, such as furniture, equipment, moving, etc.Reviewing project status and providing risk assessment with regard to budget and schedule.Communication includes:Possessing superior written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex material in a useful and understandable fashion to diverse audiences.Exchanging routine and non-routine information to BSPH staff, JHU service providers, vendors, and internal and external clients using tact and persuasion as appropriate.Communicating with Hopkins constituents so they are informed of project planning and progress. Clearly communicating and reinforcing performance expectations and responsibilities to project teams. Ability to advocate a position and negotiate or compromise as necessary.Using verbal and written communication to establish a culture of collaboration, consensus-based problem solving and positive diplomacy.Decision making includes:Making project decisions based upon department standards of operation. Reviewing potential issues with Assistant Director and Director, as necessary. Providing day to day project management with limited supervision.Knowledge, skills & abilities include:Knowledge of design and construction business practices including, but not limited to, scope preparation, contract issues, insurance requirements, labor rates, invoicing, etc.Experience and knowledge of design and construction methodologies for a variety of building types, mechanical and electrical systems and construction delivery methods.Strategic thinker with proven planning skills.Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks, resolve problems, negotiate solutions and prioritize tasks. Builds and sustains positive and collaborative working relationships with a wide range of constituents. Proficient in the use of MS Office, MS Project, and pdf mark-up software; familiarity with AutoCAD and BIM.Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field.Ten years of construction/project management experience.Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.Preferred qualifications:Twelve years of project management experience with a proven track record of providing exemplary customer service.Classified Title: Sr. Design & Construction Project Manager Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PF Starting Salary Range: $85,500 - $149,800 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)Employee group: Full TimeSchedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pmFLSA Status: ExemptLocation: Hybrid/School of Public Health Department name: Planning, Design & Construction Personnel area: School of Public Health