Project Manager - Campus Planning & Capital Projects - Enterprise Physical Operations

Washington University

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 3 years of experience in architectural design, renovation, or construction management.
  • Experience in higher education, medical school, or healthcare facility planning preferred (5 years).
  • Strong communication and project management skills in construction and design fields.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Organize and facilitate project meetings.
  • Monitor project budgets and schedules to ensure compliance.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to address issues and guide on architectural systems.
  • Coordinate construction activities and refine project requirements as needed.
  • Execute broader oversight for complex projects, integrating input from various campus partners.

Benefits

  • Up to 22 days of vacation plus recognized holidays and sick leave.
  • Competitive health insurance with priority appointments and lower co-pays.
  • Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  • Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching starting at 7%.
  • Wellness programs including health screenings, mental health resources, and financial resources available.
  • 4 weeks of caregiver leave and family care resources, including full tuition coverage after seven years of service.
Full Job Description
Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
Project Managers support and lead facilities and capital projects from early planning through completion, ensuring alignment with departmental project delivery processes and institutional priorities. Serving as the owner's representative, they coordinate construction activities and designs, gather and refine project requirements, and maintain thorough documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Work can include organizing and facilitating project meetings, monitoring budgets and schedules, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and institutional standards. Project Managers communicate effectively with stakeholders, provide guidance on architectural and building systems, and escalate or resolve issues to support successful project outcomes. As project complexity increases, they take on broader oversight, integrate input from campus partners, and recommend effective solutions that balance quality, schedule, and institutional goals.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions
  • Normal office environment.


Physical Effort
  • Typically sitting at desk or table.
  • Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
  • Ability to move to on and off-campus locations.


Equipment
  • Office equipment


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:
Architectural Design, Design/Build, Renovation, Space Planning, And/Or Construction Management (3 Years)

Skills:
Not Applicable

Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

This posting may be used to fill one or more positions. The amount of experience required (three to seven years) will vary based on the level of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:
B.Arch. - Bachelor of Architecture, B.E.- Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor's degree - Construction Management, Bachelor's degree - Interior Design, Bachelor's degree - Project Management

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:
Higher Education, Medical School, Healthcare, Or In Facilities Planning And Project Management (5 Years)

Skills:
Architecture (Buildings and Structures), Communication, Construction Analysis, Construction Design, Construction Management, Construction Specifications, Contractor Relations, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Engineering Program Management, Financial Management, Interior Design, Microsoft Office, Organizational Commitment, Planning, Prioritization, Professional Integrity, Project Management, Self Motivation, Sound Judgment, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Time Management

Grade
G13

Salary Range
Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [redacted] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at [redacted] and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Benefits Statement

Personal
  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.


Wellness
  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!


Family
  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.


For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

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