Project Manager 2 - Mechanical Engineer

Facilities Planning is seeking to fill a Project Manager 2 position with an experienced Mechanical Engineer with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced university environment.

• Provide management and oversight of design and construction projects, HVAC and mechanical system renovations, end of service life equipment replacements, and minor maintenance and improvement projects.

• Responsible for estimating, budgeting, scheduling, managing, and reporting on all assigned construction projects.

• Select and recommend the appropriate professional firm to best satisfy the needs for architectural and engineering design services.

• Select and recommend the appropriate construction management firm to best satisfy the needs for pre-construction and construction services for major capital construction projects.

• Act as a liaison with both internal and external entities to ensure effective communication in the resolution of administrative and technical issues related to assigned projects.

• Support other project managers, faculty and staff in facility design to meet program requirements within established budget.

• Work with consultants, suppliers, vendors, GVSU technology, and facilities support staff to develop construction documents and implement GVSU standards.

• Represent the interests of Grand Valley State University by maintaining parameters of good practice set forth by the design and construction industry and as legislated by governmental authorities and to convey those interests through written and verbal communications, meetings, negotiations, inspections, interpretations, approvals, and disapprovals.

• Compose and compile contract documents and specifications for issue for bids.

• Review, approve, and process all project pay requests.

• Provide oversight to ensure that the requirements of the contract documents have been satisfied.

• Work with faculty and staff, as assigned, to program new projects, estimate costs, and facilitate the timely completion of projects.

• Work with Facilities Services to assess and prioritize mechanical projects for future funding requests

• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree Mechanical Engineering or related field.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in building design and/or the management of maintenance and construction projects.

• Requires knowledge normally acquired through a combination of completion of education requirements and a strong history of project management and field experience in the construction industry.

• Experience shall include the administration of time sensitive projects, including cost estimating, working with suppliers, consultants and contractors, customer interaction, construction management and project closeout.

• The candidate should have technical skills in retrofitting and updating building systems.

• Recognition of health, life safety, building codes, and ADA compliance

• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and commitments concurrently and effectively.

• Ability to be flexible and adjust to new projects, teams and environments and challenges.

• Strong commitment to customer service with good oral and written communication skills required.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, BIM, Bluebeam programs

• Experience in institutional facilities, in particular, higher education.

SALARY: $85,000-$100,000; commensurate with experience.

Department: Facilities Planning

CAMPUS: Allendale, MI

HOW TO APPLY: Attach your cover letter and resume on the application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2024 and the position will remain open until filled.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.