Owner's Representative/Project Manager

Owner's Representative/Project Manager

Position Summary: The Owner’s Representative/ Project Manager (PM) is the University’s representative to oversee and advise University clients/ user groups throughout the design and construction process. This role provides comprehensive oversight and facilitates the delivery of new and modified University facilities and buildings for use and occupation to include planning, design, construction, occupancy, and warranty for new and modified University facilities. The owner’s representative acts as the owner’s trusted advisor, representing University interests throughout construction projects. The PM will effectively deliver completed projects within the specified project requirements, schedule, budget, and programmatic purpose. Successful projects are achieved through active PM leadership and stakeholder partnering. Assigned projects will vary in scope and include complexities requiring initiative, communication, risk management thinking, and problem solving as well as knowledge of multifaceted design and construction issues and specialties. The PM works as part of a creative team to deliver the vision of clients and campus stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For: In lieu of meeting educational degree requirements an applicant may be considered if they have an equivalent combination of education and experience that furnishes an understanding of construction procedures, design tools, and project management principles. • Bachelor’s degree • Three (3) years of experience performing owner’s representative project management functions within the construction industry.

Work Experience that includes: • Demonstrated experience developing budgets and/or cost estimating to support facility construction upgrades or renovations • Project management experience integrating and providing oversight to planning, design and construction activities • Managing multiple upgrade or renovation projects simultaneously • Experience using project management systems • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of software programs (MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) • Demonstrated knowledge and basic skills with 2D and 3D design with an eye for attention to detail

What is helpful (Preferred): • College coursework in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Interior Design • Demonstrated proficiency in REVIT, 3D design, AutoCAD, Sketchup and/or GIS. • Prior work experience as an Owner’s Representative • Experience with an architecture/ engineering consulting firm OR Experience working with non-profit, state or government organizations

Salary: $79,800/year minimum

Location: This position is located in Kearney, NE.

Please note: H-1B Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

The University of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.