Job Description: The role of Project Manager I will function as an active member of the Design & Construction department, managing multiple construction projects from inception to completion.

We are looking for a creative individual who is passionate about the built environment, someone with good work ethic and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities:

• Work on multiple design and construction projects concurrently
• Ensure that projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule
• Manage client requests, reviews, approvals, schedules and other communications as well as project closures
• Manages all furniture selection, procurement and coordination for all projects
• Manages and maintains all furniture inventory
• Analyze bids and recommend vendors, contractors and consultants to the Executive Director
• Strictly follow Design & Construction rules and regulations
• Review payment requisitions
• Make sure clients' needs are met
• Assist, review and negotiate contracts, liaising with legal counsel as appropriate in conjunction with the Executive Director of Design & Construction
• Develop, recommend and implement project plan
• Monitor and control progress, cost and budget throughout the project
• Review and negotiate change orders with contractors
• Manage project within budget and within schedule
• Conduct field reviews
• Track project cost details and provide periodic updates to management

Qualifications:

• BA/BS required in architectural/interior design or related fields
• Minimum of ten to twelve years of project management experience in the design and construction field
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, priorities, and meet deadlines on time and within budget
• Fully versed at managing entire design team, construction manager, general contractor, AV integrator, expeditor, etc.
• Expert knowledge of all major furniture manufacturers and related components is a must
• Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills, and be customer focused to understand and appropriately respond to client's needs
• Be able to demonstrate solid leadership and presentation skills
• Risk assessment capabilities
• Ability to work with high-level administration and academic staff
• Working knowledge of building codes and standards
• Experience in handling multiple tasks and projects concurrently
• Ability to establish priorities
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong attention to details

St. John's offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John's performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events.

I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John's University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John's University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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