Project Manager / Architect/Engineer I (R0037)
Longwood University
Farmville, VA
Full-time
Engineering
Posted on April 16, 2024
About Longwood University:
A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.
Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,300 undergraduate and graduate students and 39,000 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.
Job Description:
Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Project Manager / Architect/Engineer I (R0037) in the Capital Design and Construction Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration of all aspects of a construction project from conception until final completion. This includes the selection of a design firm and overseeing the design process to ensure the project design meets end user's and other University department requirements, budget and schedule constraints, and code requirements; coordinating the project design and construction with multiple Commonwealth agencies and local utility providers; assist the Material Management Department with solicitation of construction bids; overseeing the construction process to ensure construction meets the requirements of construction documents and projects are completed on schedule.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Requirements:
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, restricted-classified, exempt position in a pay band 5. This is a restricted-classified position, which means the position will be available only as long as funding is available. A successful fingerprinted based criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:
Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.
A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will be posted a minimum of five business days, position posted 11/16/23. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online application and attach a resume, cover letter, and/or other documents to be included with your application materials.
A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.
Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,300 undergraduate and graduate students and 39,000 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.
Job Description:
Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Project Manager / Architect/Engineer I (R0037) in the Capital Design and Construction Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration of all aspects of a construction project from conception until final completion. This includes the selection of a design firm and overseeing the design process to ensure the project design meets end user's and other University department requirements, budget and schedule constraints, and code requirements; coordinating the project design and construction with multiple Commonwealth agencies and local utility providers; assist the Material Management Department with solicitation of construction bids; overseeing the construction process to ensure construction meets the requirements of construction documents and projects are completed on schedule.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with the contractors, architects, and inspectors to insure design documents and construction comply with building codes, maintain University design standards, comply to program, and comply to budget
- Work with Facilities Management department to coordinate mechanical and electrical systems
- Provide review of the design and contract documents for compliance with good construction techniques
- Manage the project budget through all phases to ensure expenditures and encumbrances do not exceed available funds. The successful candidate will also supervise support staff such as a project inspector and potentially an assistant project manager.
- Monitor project schedule and budget
- Document meetings with user groups
- Work with appropriate state agencies, public utility companies, and local municipality to provide appropriate approvals throughout the design and construction phases of a project
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Bachelors Degree in Architecture or Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Professional Engineering or Architecture license preferred
- Broad and thorough knowledge of architectural or engineering principles, mathematics, physical and applied science, property of materials, and fundamentals of design
- Fundamental knowledge of budgetary creation and tracking requirements
- Significant knowledge of planning and construction techniques
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and other software
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and perform detailed work
- Knowledge of CADD or Rivet preferred
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience with the Commonwealth's Construction and Professional Services Manual preferred
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, restricted-classified, exempt position in a pay band 5. This is a restricted-classified position, which means the position will be available only as long as funding is available. A successful fingerprinted based criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:
- State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
- Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
- Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS)
- Life & Long-Term care insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
- Educational benefits for most employees
- Fitness Center membership less expensive than most
Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.
A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will be posted a minimum of five business days, position posted 11/16/23. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online application and attach a resume, cover letter, and/or other documents to be included with your application materials.
