University of California, Berkeley
Facilities Project Management Specialist 4 (0364U) - #81282
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Facilities Project Management Specialist 4 (0364U) - #81282
Base pay range: $101,600.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr
Overview About UC Berkeley: The University of California, Berkeley is dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture emphasizes openness, freedom and belonging. We are a world-leading institution known for academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice.
We are looking for applicants who reflect California’s diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan guide our work. UC Berkeley supports professional growth through programs such as paid time off for professional development and employee resource groups.
Departmental Overview Capital Projects manages the design, construction, retrofitting, and restoration of campus buildings and their surroundings. Project Managers come from backgrounds in architecture, landscape architecture, planning, engineering, construction and administration, all serving the campus community.
Position Summary Involves managing the design and construction of capital projects, including renovations, expansions and new facilities and infrastructure, as well as landscape projects. Collect, develop, and analyze technical data to determine project requirements and prepare information regarding specifications, materials, equipment, estimated costs, and completion times.
Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: 10/13/2025.
Responsibilities
Manages the project program, including meeting with clients to help define both project scope and program.
Responsible for keeping the project scope and budget aligned with the program during the life of the project.
Formally establishes project plan, including working with other units, departments, and the Office of the President to facilitate this effort and ensure funding transfers. Establishes project budget and submits for approval.
Hires architectural, engineering and consultant firms to develop project requirement definitions, design criteria, and preparing layouts and detail drawings; provides leadership, direction and management of the engineers, architects and other consultants.
Responsible for preparing the Request for Qualifications required for contracting with architects.
Prepares and approves cost estimates, functional studies and establishes project schedule and budget and reviews with clients.
Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans, budgets and schedules.
Develops criteria and performance specifications required to meet operating requirements and building and safety codes; ensures plans and specifications conform to all codes and regulations.
Determines delivery method and bids or negotiates construction contracts. Generates bidding documents for construction contracts.
Selects contractor delivery method between design-bid-build, design-build, or CM@Risk.
Reviews, manages and oversees construction activities, including contractor's schedule, RFIs, Submittals, Change Order Requests, and Punch List; monitors construction milestones.
Responsible for review and approval of all contractor change orders.
Acts as liaison among project participants: client, contractor, consultants, and the architect.
Resolves problems or conflicts, including recommending range of solutions to disputed issues or contractor claims.
Ensures project is properly closed out, obtains as-built drawings, record drawings, and Operations & Maintenance Manuals for turnover to Facilities Services.
Creates project in project management software application including updating and reporting of project status as required by organization, regulatory agencies and Capital Projects Management, including budget and schedule; may include monthly written analysis of project.
Performs organizational, departmental and administrative activities not directly relating to projects, including serving on committees representing department or unit and professional development.
May oversee, manage, and/or direct other Project Managers and Analysts.
Required Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including advanced understanding of industry practices, or deep expertise in a highly specialized and critical discipline.
Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex projects, or highly specialized and critical project component.
Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short- and long-range strategic building plans.
Advanced analytical, organizational and problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills.
Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including highly effective negotiation skills and highly developed political acumen.
Advanced ability to manage contractors and maintain compliance to the agreed-upon scope of work and budget.
Advanced technical knowledge of one or many building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm, fire suppression, elevator/conveying, telecommunications.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Salary & Benefits The budgeted annual salary range is $101,600.00 - $170,000.00. This position is full-time (40 hours/week), exempt, and eligible for UC Benefits. For additional information on the benefits package, please visit the UC Compensation & Benefits website. The final offer will reflect candidate qualifications and experience.
How To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
This position is eligible for up to 40% hybrid work. Arrangements are determined with the supervisor and may change.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Job Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Higher Education
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Overview About UC Berkeley: The University of California, Berkeley is dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture emphasizes openness, freedom and belonging. We are a world-leading institution known for academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice.
We are looking for applicants who reflect California’s diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan guide our work. UC Berkeley supports professional growth through programs such as paid time off for professional development and employee resource groups.
Departmental Overview Capital Projects manages the design, construction, retrofitting, and restoration of campus buildings and their surroundings. Project Managers come from backgrounds in architecture, landscape architecture, planning, engineering, construction and administration, all serving the campus community.
Position Summary Involves managing the design and construction of capital projects, including renovations, expansions and new facilities and infrastructure, as well as landscape projects. Collect, develop, and analyze technical data to determine project requirements and prepare information regarding specifications, materials, equipment, estimated costs, and completion times.
Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: 10/13/2025.
Responsibilities
Manages the project program, including meeting with clients to help define both project scope and program.
Responsible for keeping the project scope and budget aligned with the program during the life of the project.
Formally establishes project plan, including working with other units, departments, and the Office of the President to facilitate this effort and ensure funding transfers. Establishes project budget and submits for approval.
Hires architectural, engineering and consultant firms to develop project requirement definitions, design criteria, and preparing layouts and detail drawings; provides leadership, direction and management of the engineers, architects and other consultants.
Responsible for preparing the Request for Qualifications required for contracting with architects.
Prepares and approves cost estimates, functional studies and establishes project schedule and budget and reviews with clients.
Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans, budgets and schedules.
Develops criteria and performance specifications required to meet operating requirements and building and safety codes; ensures plans and specifications conform to all codes and regulations.
Determines delivery method and bids or negotiates construction contracts. Generates bidding documents for construction contracts.
Selects contractor delivery method between design-bid-build, design-build, or CM@Risk.
Reviews, manages and oversees construction activities, including contractor's schedule, RFIs, Submittals, Change Order Requests, and Punch List; monitors construction milestones.
Responsible for review and approval of all contractor change orders.
Acts as liaison among project participants: client, contractor, consultants, and the architect.
Resolves problems or conflicts, including recommending range of solutions to disputed issues or contractor claims.
Ensures project is properly closed out, obtains as-built drawings, record drawings, and Operations & Maintenance Manuals for turnover to Facilities Services.
Creates project in project management software application including updating and reporting of project status as required by organization, regulatory agencies and Capital Projects Management, including budget and schedule; may include monthly written analysis of project.
Performs organizational, departmental and administrative activities not directly relating to projects, including serving on committees representing department or unit and professional development.
May oversee, manage, and/or direct other Project Managers and Analysts.
Required Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including advanced understanding of industry practices, or deep expertise in a highly specialized and critical discipline.
Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex projects, or highly specialized and critical project component.
Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short- and long-range strategic building plans.
Advanced analytical, organizational and problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills.
Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including highly effective negotiation skills and highly developed political acumen.
Advanced ability to manage contractors and maintain compliance to the agreed-upon scope of work and budget.
Advanced technical knowledge of one or many building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm, fire suppression, elevator/conveying, telecommunications.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Salary & Benefits The budgeted annual salary range is $101,600.00 - $170,000.00. This position is full-time (40 hours/week), exempt, and eligible for UC Benefits. For additional information on the benefits package, please visit the UC Compensation & Benefits website. The final offer will reflect candidate qualifications and experience.
How To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
This position is eligible for up to 40% hybrid work. Arrangements are determined with the supervisor and may change.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Job Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Higher Education
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