What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architect/Project Manager II position at East Carolina University?
As a project manager, this position provides detailed design and construction management support from an Architect’s perspective for complex multi-faceted projects during planning, design, construction administration and closeout. Position will apply knowledge of standard design and construction practices, training, and sound decision making in planning and managing project with minimal supervision.
Position develops budgets and requests for approval, determines that appropriate cost estimates are obtained and monitors project expenditures.
Position interfaces with user groups, design consultants, construction contractors, and code officials to assure projects successfully meet institutional needs, standards, budget, scope constraints, code requirements, and time restraints.
Management of University Capital Improvement Projects: This position has direct responsibility for administration and coordination of each of these contracts and professionals. Project sizes can vary wildly from $50,000 to $100,000,000. Management of types and phases of projects will occur and can vary from architecture-based projects to heavy infrastructure of all types.
Project Management and Coordination: Position will coordinate project work so as to minimize disruptions to on going University activities. This is a critical and substantial responsibility of every project manager.
Financial Control: The project manager will provide input into the initial project budgeting process and manage or track the formal budget approval process, project spending during planning, and payments for miscellaneous expenditures and designer fees. The position shall be responsible for project budget control throughout the entire project(s). Program: The department utilizes Assetworks Capital Project Planning and Management as the software platform for project management.
Designer Selections: Project manager will lead and assist in the designer selection process to include include advertising, short-listing and designer interviews. This activity is executed in collaboration with campus stakeholders. The position will facilitate the executing of design contracts through the state process, monitor adherence to contractual commitments, and initiate amendments as appropriate.
Coordination of Project reviews: The project manager will manage the collection and reconciliation of University review comments at schematic design, design development and construction development phases; will distribute the designer’s responses to all comments, follow up to assure compliance or adequate reasons for non-compliance to comments, mediate conflicting comments, and obtain formal University approval at each design phase. Responsibilities will also include the shepherding of off-campus reviews by the State Construction Office, Department of Insurance, and other agencies. Position will also review plans of other capital projects for assurance with proposed designs to support operations and maintenance functions.
Schedule Control: Project Managers are responsible during design and construction to establish overall project schedules to facilitate timely project completion. Schedules will reflect impacts of seasonal shutdowns of steam, chilled water, cooling towers or other similar infrastructure. Schedules will also reflect impacts related to exams, graduations and/or sporting events.
Receipt of Bids: The project manager will receive construction bids and manage the tabulation and negotiations with contractors.
Award of Contracts: Project manager will provide staff support in the process of awarding construction contracts.
Construction Monitor: The position will make regular site visits to projects under construction to ensure compliance with project documents and safe practices are being followed around the job site.
Project Liaison: The project manager is the primary point of contact between designer and all University agencies as well as with contractors.
Contingent upon availability of funds.
Project Management and Coordination: Position will coordinate project work so as to minimize disruptions to on going University activities. This is a critical and substantial responsibility of every project manager.
Financial Control: The project manager will provide input into the initial project budgeting process and manage or track the formal budget approval process, project spending during planning, and payments for miscellaneous expenditures and designer fees. The position shall be responsible for project budget control throughout the entire project(s). Program: The department utilizes Assetworks Capital Project Planning and Management as the software platform for project management.
Designer Selections: Project manager will lead and assist in the designer selection process to include include advertising, short-listing and designer interviews. This activity is executed in collaboration with campus stakeholders. The position will facilitate the executing of design contracts through the state process, monitor adherence to contractual commitments, and initiate amendments as appropriate.
Coordination of Project reviews: The project manager will manage the collection and reconciliation of University review comments at schematic design, design development and construction development phases; will distribute the designer’s responses to all comments, follow up to assure compliance or adequate reasons for non-compliance to comments, mediate conflicting comments, and obtain formal University approval at each design phase. Responsibilities will also include the shepherding of off-campus reviews by the State Construction Office, Department of Insurance, and other agencies. Position will also review plans of other capital projects for assurance with proposed designs to support operations and maintenance functions.
Schedule Control: Project Managers are responsible during design and construction to establish overall project schedules to facilitate timely project completion. Schedules will reflect impacts of seasonal shutdowns of steam, chilled water, cooling towers or other similar infrastructure. Schedules will also reflect impacts related to exams, graduations and/or sporting events.
Receipt of Bids: The project manager will receive construction bids and manage the tabulation and negotiations with contractors.
Award of Contracts: Project manager will provide staff support in the process of awarding construction contracts.
Construction Monitor: The position will make regular site visits to projects under construction to ensure compliance with project documents and safe practices are being followed around the job site.
Project Liaison: The project manager is the primary point of contact between designer and all University agencies as well as with contractors.
Contingent upon availability of funds.
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment and one year of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Licensed to practice architecture or landscape architecture by the North Carolina Board of Architecture or the North Carolina Board of Landscape Architects. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture. The preferred candidate will have 5 years of practical experience in project management,design and construction and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel. Ability to multi-task and employ previous office and field experience.
Special Instructions to Applicant
East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date
01/10/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins
01/25/2025
Rank Level
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/83358
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity
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