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Senior Project Manager

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Apr 29, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S15069P
Working Title	Senior Project Manager
Department	FMD-Project Management
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	The University of Georgia Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven (7) divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 900 personnel within the division manage, operate and maintain campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University.
College/Unit/Department website	fmd.uga.edu
Posting Type	Internal (PEP)
Retirement Plan	TRS
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:30 PM Some night, weekend, and/or holiday work may be required to meet the needs of the organization.
Advertised Salary	$95,000 - $115,000 or Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	04/29/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	06/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title	Project Manager-Construction
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications	Five (5) or more years of supervisory experience, including direct supervision being provided to multiple reports. Seven (7) or more years of project management experience within a facilities management organization or similar type environments. Ten (10) or more years of experience managing construction and renovation projects, including planning, execution, and closeout. Masters degree Professional licensure-architect. landscaping, engineering, or related field
Position Summary	This position will provide high-level oversight of approximately 150 FMD maintenance, construction, and renovation projects. Additionally, the Senior Project Manager is expected to retain direct responsibility for select highly complex projects to model best practices, provide real-time coaching, and effectively mentor Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers through hands-on leadership. This position will supervise a team of 5 project managers and will perform pre-construction coordination. This position will also review, track, and report on project schedules. This position requires staying abreast of the team's project status and keeping the supervisor informed of project status, schedule, and budget. This position will be out in the field as required for monitoring construction progress and making recommendations to the project managers. This position will be responsible for cost and quality control reviews on contracts and overall project execution. This position will provide oversight to the project manager's work, including but not limited to assisting, reviewing, and meeting with them. This position will attend and host meetings related to safety and serve as a member on other interdepartmental committees. The Senior Project Manager reports to the Director of Maintenance Project Management.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Thorough knowledge and understanding of construction projects from inception through completion. Knowledge of current construction methods, the Americans with Disabilities Act, building and life safety codes, and how they are applied to each project. Experienced in pre-construction services, construction, materials testing, and commissioning of renovation and new construction projects within established budgets and timeframes. Ability to review/interpret construction documents, submittals, and code-related issues. Knowledge of industry safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed. Knowledge of software used in the construction industry, such as Bluebeam, eBuilder, Procore, and PlanGrid. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to use professional discretion and confidentiality. Ability to lead, manage, and supervise staff as well as delegate. Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Exceptional customer service skills.
Physical Demands	Regular and frequent visits to project sites, subject to outside conditions and uneven terrain, as well as potentially having to sit in front of a computer for extended periods of time. Walking and maneuvering around sites in varying stages of completion. Driving as needed to perform job duties. Lifting items up to 50 pounds and accessing work areas that may be in confined spaces or elevated heights. Ability to traverse a standard, and/or extended ladder, scaffolding, and/or heights.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide high-level oversight on approximately 150 FMD maintenance, construction, and renovation projects.
Review contract documents to be familiar with the projects and their details.
Communicate potential campus impacts with the director to develop methods to minimize disruptions to campus operations.
Perform design and construction quality control reviews.
Supervise a team of five PMs.
Provide oversight for the PMs, including timely response to questions, onsite meetings to review/resolve issues, and assist with contractor/stakeholder interface as appropriate.
Provide oversight for each project to ensure adequate resources are available to accommodate the project schedule.
Provide support for utility infrastructure upgrades. Advise PMs on what inspections will be required on individual projects.
Assist in reviewing pay requests and change orders as needed by the FMD project managers.
Attend all Pre-Construction Meetings for team projects, in addition to Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings and/or pre-installation meetings as required and/or as requested by the PMs.
Facilitate FMD stakeholder site visits/inspections of projects at least twice during construction.
Keep the FMD Director of Maintenance Project Management apprised of all pertinent information and provide timely notifications of any threats to project schedule or budget.
Develop and/or maintain a project management handbook to document project Sop's for departmental use.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Perform pre-construction scope development and pricing reviews.
Review Component Change Orders and GMP to evaluate awards to contractors and subcontractors.
Evaluate and assess the accuracy of pricing proposals so they are deemed fair and reasonable.
Review and track project schedules provided by the contractors.
Verify compliance with project needs and contract documents.
Perform project design standards compliance and constructability reviews leveraging Bluebeam Revu.
Perform site logistics review and assist Project Managers (PM) with campus coordination as needed.
Assist in the creation of accurate and useful cost histories and unit cost analyses to be used for pre-construction and budget pricing for future projects.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Host a recurring meeting with UGA's Environmental Safety Division's Fire & Life Safety Inspectors to review process improvement opportunities and discuss project-specific issues.
Chair the Lessons Learned committee and perform all duties associated with this effort to garner participation in the creation, documentation, and presentation of lessons learned.
Review projects in AiM software to verify all project data and PM inputs are up to date.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Other duties as assigned.
Percentage of time	5