Merrimack College

Project Manager

Merrimack College$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Project Management or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in project management.
  • PMP certification preferred.
  • Experience in higher education or multi-building property management preferred.
  • 10 years of project management experience preferred.
  • Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

  • Define project objectives, manage schedules and budgets to ensure timely delivery.
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders including architects and consultants to develop project plans.
  • Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans and schedules.
  • Track project milestones and proactively address potential delays.
  • Maintain project budgets by coordinating expenditures and forecasts with relevant departments.
  • Review project documentation and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Ensure construction activities are scheduled to minimize disruption to academic programs.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Collaborative work environment with college leadership and stakeholders.
  • Involvement in significant campus projects that impact the college community.
  • Contributions to major college events and initiatives.
Full Job Description
PCN 2084

Position Description:

Under the direction of the Facilities Director and/or his/her designee, the Project Manager will be responsible for defining project objectives, managing schedules and budgets and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and according to quality standards.

Duty and Responsibilities:
  • Under the direction of the Facilities Director and/or his/her designee, the Project Manager will be responsible for defining project objectives, managing schedules and budgets and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and according to quality standards
  • Develop project scopes, objectives, schedules, milestones, budgets, and implementation plans in collaboration with the Director of Facilities, College leadership, campus stakeholders, architects, engineers, and consultants.
  • Develop project scopes, objectives, schedules, milestones, budgets, and implementation plans in collaboration with the Director of Facilities, College leadership, campus stakeholders, architects, engineers, and consultants.
  • Monitor construction and renovation activities to ensure work is progressing in accordance with approved plans, specifications, schedules, budgets, contracts, and College requirements.
  • Track project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and deadlines; identify potential delays or conflicts and work with project stakeholders to develop appropriate solutions.
  • Monitor project budgets, commitments, expenditures, invoices, change orders, contingencies, and forecasts in coordination with the Director of Facilities and appropriate College departments.
  • Review project proposals, drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, change requests, and other construction documentation and provide recommendations as appropriate.
  • Coordinate construction activities with ongoing College operations to minimize disruptions to academic programs, student services, campus events, and administrative functions.
  • Facilitate project meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, College departments, and other stakeholders; document decisions, action items, responsibilities, and required follow-up.
  • Provide regular project status reports to the Director of Facilities, College leadership, and other stakeholders regarding schedules, budgets, construction progress, risks, issues, and upcoming milestones.
  • Maintain comprehensive and accurate project documentation, including contracts, drawings, specifications, meeting minutes, schedules, budgets, change orders, approvals, correspondence, permits, reports, warranties, and closeout documentation.
  • Coordinate with applicable College departments and project professionals to support compliance with building codes, permitting requirements, accessibility standards, fire and life-safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and other applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
  • Conduct regular project site visits and inspections to monitor progress, identify concerns, coordinate corrective actions, and verify that work areas are maintained in a safe and organized manner.
  • Coordinate project closeout activities, including punch lists, inspections, commissioning, training, warranties, operations and maintenance documentation, record drawings, and turnover of completed facilities to College operations.
  • Coordinate furniture, fixtures, equipment, technology, security, signage, and other operational requirements associated with new and renovated spaces in collaboration with appropriate College departments.
  • Assist with planning future capital projects by evaluating facility needs, developing preliminary scopes and cost estimates, and supporting the College's short- and long-term capital planning process.
  • Coordinate with external vendors, government agencies, utilities, community organizations, and other partners as necessary to support successful project implementation.
  • Review completed projects with stakeholders to evaluate outcomes, document lessons learned, and recommend improvements for future capital initiatives.
  • Participate in the College's on-call rotation and respond to after-hours and emergency campus calls by providing direction, making operational decisions, and responding in person when necessary.
  • Provide Facilities support for major academic, athletic, and College-wide events, including commencement, homecoming, admissions events, and other special programs, as needed.
  • Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned in support of Facilities operations and institutional priorities.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Project Management or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in project management
  • PMP certification is preferred


Experience:
  • Higher Education, or multi-building property management preferred.
  • 10 years of experience in Project Management is preferred


LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:
  • A valid driver's license is required.


Application Materials Should Include:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.


This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

About Merrimack College

Merrimack College is a private, Catholic college located in North Andover, Massachusetts. Founded in 1947, the college offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields, including business, education, engineering, health sciences, and liberal arts. Merrimack College is known for its strong commitment to experiential learning, and offers students numerous opportunities to gain hands-on experience through internships, research projects, and community service. The college has a diverse student body, with students from over 30 states and 20 countries.
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