Associate Director, Project Management

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

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Position Summary / Purpose of Position :

Provides leadership and management of a project team directly responsible for the successful execution of capital projects within USM’s capital program for our College Park campus. This position is responsible for delivery of approximately 50% of the department’s construction management services effort valued at approximately $100 million in annual expenditures. Provides direction and support to senior leadership (Vice Presidents and Facility Directors) regarding project planning and institutional initiatives to support the mission of the university. Will maintain customer satisfaction at all levels and stages of the project process. Will serve as a senior member of the department and will frequently represent the department in various capacities regarding strategic planning development, collaboration initiatives between departments and USM support representatives. Evaluates suitability of various project development methodologies and provides technical expertise to senior leadership, senior staff members, project managers and Procurement in carrying out these strategies.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree required in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management, or related field.

Experience :

Minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible related experience, which includes managing multiple renovation projects, large with project values in excess of $50M, new construction projects, and managing A / E (design) consultant services and construction administration. Seven (7) years must have been in a position of senior leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Must be able to manage, motivate, coordinate and supervise professional staff in the management and implementation of multiple construction projects.
• Must possess thorough knowledge of construction management practices at a large research institution.
• Ability to effectively communicate (in oral and written form) and to use a computer for email, correspondence, report and automated project management systems. Ability to create management reports.
• Ability to coordinate work with customer departments, campus administration, designers, other project managers, government agencies, and other service and support agencies.
• Ability to review programs and work with clients to establish budgets and schedules for proposed projects.
• Knowledge of national, state and local codes and regulations applicable to the design and construction of facilities.
• Experience leading the selection of design teams, Design / Build teams and construction teams.
• Ability to function in a team-oriented environment, taking on new tasks with enthusiasm and energy.

Preferences :

Additional Certifications :

Incumbent will be required to travel from project to project, as well as to travel on and off campus for meetings. If driving a state vehicle, the incumbent must possess and maintain a MD Class C Driver’s license or equivalent with fewer than 6 points.

Additional Information :

For full and best consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references by November 4, 2024.

The hiring range for this position is $147,080 – $183,850.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Financial disclosure (Maryland State Ethics Commission) of selected candidate will be required; integrity and high ethical standards are critical.

Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Maryland in its mission of achieving excellence as the State’s primary center of research and graduate education and the institution of choice for undergraduate students of exceptional ability and promise. We are responsible for the physical campus – its academic, research and administrative spaces, the building infrastructure, and the surrounding landscape. Our workforce of about 800 employees brings a rich diversity of backgrounds, talents, and skills to the management of this complex environment. We serve the campus community twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days per year.

Job Risks :

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands :

Posting Date : 10 / 07 / 2024

Closing Date : Open Until Filled

Best Consideration Date : 11 / 04 / 2024

Diversity Statement :

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Salary : $147,080 - $183,850