A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $7,500 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE: $3,750 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $3,750 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 20018507
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Position: Capital Project Manager – Architect
Position Description: This position serves as a Project Manager within the Facilities Planning & Project Management Department to provide project management services to campus partners, ensuring that design and construction projects are on schedule, within budget, responsive to program needs and comply with or exceed UNC and State Construction Office standards and expectations.
The Facilities Planning & Project Management department is comprised of design professionals who are responsible for the planning, design and management of all capital improvement projects across the Chapel Hill campus, and master planning and the collection and organization of space data and mapping for the greater University.
The Capital Project Management team is specifically responsible for the planning and evaluation of space needs for campus partners and auxiliary groups, providing design project management services for the University’s Capital Improvement Projects, and land use planning to create a campus environment that supports the University’s mission through master planning, development plans and agreements. The department also facilitates Community Coordination where community concerns are addressed through adherence to all zoning regulations, permit requirements and development agreements.
The position is responsible for the planning and management of large capital projects, which may range from $4,000,000 to in excess of $150,000,000, and may include the planning and design of new buildings, repairs and renovations of existing buildings, additions, major infrastructure and open space improvements. This involves, but is not limited to, budget and schedule preparation, designer selection, contract negotiation, document review, monitoring of project progress and resolving situations that arise during design and construction.
The position works with contracted designers, campus partners, committees, authorities, contractors, and others to assure that projects are accomplished in accordance with established guidelines, master plans, policies, and procedures. Work may also involve interpreting and assisting in the development of methods and policy relating to planning and design activities, ensuring that project modifications are carried out in a timely manner, and other related duties as required.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment and a minimum of one year of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. The candidate must be licensed or eligible 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.
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The Facilities Planning & Project Management department is comprised of design professionals who are responsible for the planning, design and management of all capital improvement projects across the Chapel Hill campus, and master planning and the collection and organization of space data and mapping for the greater University.
