Assistant Manager, Capital Projects
Duke UniversityAbout the role
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Minimum Qualifications
Education
Work requires Bachelor's Degree or related in Architecture, Engineering, ConstructionManagement, or equivalent experience in design and construction.
Experience
Requires either two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in design, construction, and project management related duties and activities, or a master's degree in a related field. Experience in project management in a university setting or related institutional facilities is desirable. A professional license and master's degree in a related field, along with additional years of relevant experience, are preferred. Should have educational and/or working experience which demonstrates knowledge and competency with building projects involving all building trade divisions. Experience working in a research, educational facility, or related commercial or industrial facility is preferred. Familiarity in coordinating multiple interest groups and stakeholders is important. Ability to work within complex phasing constraints and within existing densely-built facilities environments is a plus.
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What You'll Do:
Lead Project Planning & Client Engagement
- Coordinate the planning, design, and construction of assigned capital projects from concept through completion.
- Meet with clients and stakeholders to identify project requirements, priorities, funding needs, locations, and schedules.
- Assist in developing capital project approval submissions for presentation to University leadership.
- Coordinate project committees and maintain adherence to Facilities Management processes, procedures, and approval requirements.
- Collaborate with Planning and Design, Utilities and Engineering Services, Operations, Administration, Schools, Centers, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage Consultants & Contractors
- Assist with the selection and management of architects, engineers, contractors, construction managers, and specialty consultants.
- Develop scopes of work, budget parameters, and schedule expectations for project procurement activities.
- Solicit and evaluate proposals to identify the best combination of quality, cost, and schedule performance.
- Support contract review activities to help ensure the University receives the required services while minimizing risk and protecting institutional interests.
- Foster collaborative relationships between clients, consultants, contractors, and Facilities Management teams.
Oversee Design & Construction Activities
- Review design deliverables and monitor consultant performance to ensure project objectives, scope, schedule, and quality standards are achieved.
- Monitor construction activities to confirm work is completed according to approved plans, specifications, University standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Help ensure facilities are attractive, durable, sustainable, functional, and code compliant.
- Coordinate project meetings and proactively address issues that could impact project delivery.
- Support contractor compliance with construction safety requirements and safe work practices.
- Develop a
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