The position of Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of facilities-related major capital projects in a manner that promotes responsible and innovative stewardship of the Dartmouth campus. Senior PM oversight responsibilities include planning, design, cost estimating, budget and schedule control, permitting, construction and close-out/ turnover of completed projects.
Project Management Services is part of Campus Services with a focus on space management, campus and project planning, and the design and construction of campus buildings and landscapes. Dartmouth facilities include over 5 million square feet of space in 165 buildings, serving over 6,000 students and 4,000 faculty and staff in a variety of academic, research, administrative, athletic, and residential spaces.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp:
Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Bachelor's degree in a related field (architecture, engineering or construction/project management) or the equivalent.
Ten years in planning, design and administering major capital construction projects.
Experience managing the full life cycle of project delivery including the planning and design process.
Field experience on construction sites.
Knowledge of LEED Certification process and/or experience with design and construction of LEED certified buildings.
Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow projections and schedules.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to work with diverse and at times opposing constituencies.
Familiarity with Town, State, and Federal codes and ordinances.
Familiar with property rights, easements, surveys, and other entitlements.
Skills in interpreting architectural and construction contracts.
Knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and regulations
Familiarity with high performance building and landscape design and construction standards.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:
Campus Services HR
Department Contact Phone Number:
603-646-3323
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:
Patrick O'Hern, Sr Dir Project Management Services
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Coordinate the capital project delivery process from initial planning and programming through design management, construction administration, start-up, commissioning, and close-out of new construction and/or renovation projects.
Facilitate effective communication throughout the project, particularly during transition of project phases.
Account for the development, management, reporting and maintenance of the project budget and schedule from planning through project closeout.
Inform stakeholders of project status and present capital project reports at regularly scheduled team meetings. Communicate issues affecting project program, budget, scope, timeline, or delivery. Take leadership role to resolve areas of disagreement between project stakeholders.
Create and sustain an environment that fosters teamwork, excellence, respect, accountability, and diversity.
Excellent communication and presentation skills including ability to represent the College independently through the project entitlement process (planning, zoning, building permit).
Experience negotiating with various constituents both internally and externally.
Act as a role model and mentor for other members of the project management services team,
including career growth and development.
Oversees field staff.
Proactively recommends capital project delivery strategies and seeks to streamline process and delivery after each project.
Serves as primary point of contact with Office of Advancement and relevant donor(s) as required by project. Ability to communicate, negotiate, and professionally represent Campus Services throughout the project lifecycle with its philanthropic goals (i.e., fundraising support, donor signage, and communication).
Engages with continuing education and career development to assist the department to stay aware of best practices in the industry.
Percentage Of Time:
30
Description:
Planning/ Programming/ Design Management
Manage and direct all design-phase activities including strong design management through the conceptual design, schematic design, and design development phases of work.
Manage the project design team and College stakeholders to support development of construction documents consistent with the approved project scope and budget.
Coordinate the development and review of design documents at each phase of planning and design.
Support design team activities and facilitates timely decision making.
Participate as a senior member of a team of professionals in early project planning and programming.
Ability to negotiate and resolve confrontational issues as they arise.
Identify, scope, and manage relevant enabling work/projects and swing space requirements.
Oversees the College's project field staff and oversees consistent project management practices and protocols.
Responsible, with colleagues, for development of major capital project delivery strategies.
Manages the bidding and construction process to ensure an on-budget and timely delivery of the facility. Participates in the owner's construction meetings to review construction progress and quality. Monitors, negotiates, and reports on all Change Proposals and Change Orders and reports on impact to project schedule and budget.
Responsible for project quality control.
Oversees owner contracts for site surveys, owner testing and additional specialty consulting as necessary.
Arranges and monitors the timely and orderly Project Closeout activities. Works with consultants and operations personnel to prepare a punch-list for the contractor and ensure punch-list items have been addressed appropriately. Ensures timely financial closeout of all vendors.
Knowledge and understanding of site work including foundations, utilities, stormwater management, and required third-party inspection process.
Very comfortable with electronic project controls systems and regularly updates owner systems such as e-Builder.
Percentage Of Time:
20
Description:
Financial Management
Reviews and authorizes for payment project invoices within appropriate signing authority. Reviews and recommends course of action for all project invoices that fall outside approved signing authority level.
Guides design decisions by stakeholders to maintain the project scope within the approved budget. Coordinates the value engineering process.
Is responsible for project cost control. Develops and monitors project cash flow projections, including those that impact operations that are on-going during construction.
Provides budget updates, reviews proposed change orders and discusses project issues with the Director as needed.
Necessary financial acumen with respect to cost estimating, cash flow projections, and regular project or program budget updates & communication. Understands how the College employs multiple funding sources and the relevant project impacts of each (IRF, debt, reserves, etc.)
Reviews financial reports with project leaders and other financial officials at the College.
Percentage Of Time:
10
Description:
Jurisdictional Authorities
Together with other Campus Services constituents, coordinates submissions to Jurisdictional Authorities for permitting. Acts as primary representative of the College throughout the entire project entitlement process.
Ensures compliance with regulations and all authorities having jurisdiction.
Coordinates Jurisdictional Authorities to secure the Certificate of Occupancy in an expeditious manner.
Percentage Of Time:
10
Description:
Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.
Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Participates in division-wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of improving culture and inclusion across the division.
Percentage Of Time:
10
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
