The Opportunity:University Operations is seeking to hire Project Portfolio Managers. This role is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for a portfolio of capital construction, deferred maintenance, and renewal projects with a total value exceeding $140 million. This position leads a team of project management professionals, manages client relationships, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with university standards and objectives. Serving as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, the Project Portfolio Manager oversees projects throughout the full lifecycle, from planning and design through construction and closeout. This position reports to the Senior Director and/or Assistant Vice President of Planning, Design & Construction.
Responsibilities:
Portfolio Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and oversee a portfolio of capital construction, renovation, deferred maintenance, and renewal projects.
- Manage project workload assignments and forecast future resource needs to support portfolio objectives.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for project management staff, including Senior Project Managers.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for portfolio clients and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
- Monitor portfolio budgets, schedules, progress, quality, and performance metrics to proactively identify and resolve issues.
- Ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, standards, and project management practices.
Project Management & Delivery
- Direct and coordinate all phases of complex construction projects from planning and design through construction and closeout.
- Manage contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure successful project execution.
- Review project scope, plans, specifications, and construction documents to ensure constructability and minimize change orders.
- Monitor project budgets, schedules, and quality standards to support successful outcomes.
- Provide technical guidance regarding design and construction challenges and facilitate timely resolution of issues.
- Conduct site visits and inspections to verify compliance with contract requirements, building codes, safety regulations, and university standards.
- Support campus sustainability initiatives through new construction and renovation projects.
Contract Administration & Continuous Improvement
- Assist in the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Bid (ITBs), and other procurement documents.
- Provide guidance in the selection of architectural, engineering, and construction service providers.
- Support reporting and performance tracking for project portfolios and team productivity.
- Promote continuous improvement through process enhancements, lessons learned, and best practices.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing large-scale capital construction portfolios.
- Experience supervising and mentoring project management professionals.
- Knowledge of public-sector or higher education construction practices.
- Experience working with architects, engineers, contractors, and consulting firms.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning skills.
- Professional certification such as PMP, CCM, or related credential.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:- The anticipated salary range for this position is $89,076 - $117,747. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.
- Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
- All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H-1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.
- This role requires the successful candidate to work on-site at UCF as their primary work location. On-site presence is an essential function of this role.
- UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional Construction Project Portfolio Manager vacancies in this department.
- Classification Title: Manager, Facilities Planning
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
- Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
- Retirement savings options
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
- Education assistance
- And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.DepartmentFacilities Planning, Design and Construction
Work ScheduleMonday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Type of AppointmentRegular
Expected Salary$89,076.00 to Negotiable
Job Posting End Date11-10-2026-12-00-AM
