Phase2 Technology
Facilities Project Manager, College of Natural Sciences
Phase2 Technology, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Posting Title
Facilities Project Manager, College of Natural Sciences
Hiring Department College of Natural Sciences
Position Open To All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Earliest Start Date Jan 01, 2026
Position Duration Expected to Continue
Location UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details Overview The College of Natural Sciences (CNS) at the University of Texas at Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. Within the Dean's Office, the Research and Facilities unit serves as the central hub for all matters related to research activities and facilities projects across the college. This team manages all CNS space and oversees the planning, approval and execution of renovations and building projects, including faculty recruitment space needs, teaching and research labs, and shared facilities.
This position is currently funded through 2027, with the possibility of extension.
Purpose The role provides professional leadership and management for multiple complex planning and capital facilities projects on all CNS facilities at the University of Texas at Austin. This position plays a critical part in delivering facilities solutions that support the college's teaching, research, and public service mission.
Responsibilities
Lead complex natural sciences facilities projects during planning, design and construction phases. Provide project leadership, support effective communication, coordinate project activities, and resolve conflicts as needed to ensure project goals are met. Oversee and manage project budget, scope of work, and schedule. Drive progress of project teams to achieve expected owner's project requirements.
Coordinate with UT Austin Campus Operations staff to procure and manage design and construction teams in support of natural sciences planning and capital facilities projects.
Other related functions as assigned. Collaborate with UT Austin colleagues to initiate and develop process improvements.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, construction science, or related discipline. A minimum of 5 years of experience providing project management of design and construction activities for renovations and new construction, including institutional or commercial facilities. Excellent communication, collaboration and organizational skills, with an ability to manage multiple simultaneous activities in a varied and complex environment. Strong organizational skills and attentiveness to detail.
Preferred Qualifications 10 years of experience working on a university campus in a facilities-related role. Experience with planning, design, construction, commissioning, and/or operation of higher education and/or scientific facilities as the owner's representative. Licensed Architect or Engineer in the State of Texas, or licensure in another state and eligible for reciprocity with the State of Texas, or ability to obtain professional licensure in the State of Texas within two years. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or other similar demonstration of formal project management training. Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Suite, and Computer Aided Design software (AutoCAD, Solidworks, ProE).
Driving Required This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant must provide a three-year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.
Salary Range $100,000
Working Conditions Environmental Demands
May work in all weather conditions
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards and chemicals
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
May be exposed to loud noise, high dust and allergen levels.
Physical Tasks
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Climbing of stairs and/or ladders
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E-Verify The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Hiring Department College of Natural Sciences
Position Open To All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Earliest Start Date Jan 01, 2026
Position Duration Expected to Continue
Location UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details Overview The College of Natural Sciences (CNS) at the University of Texas at Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. Within the Dean's Office, the Research and Facilities unit serves as the central hub for all matters related to research activities and facilities projects across the college. This team manages all CNS space and oversees the planning, approval and execution of renovations and building projects, including faculty recruitment space needs, teaching and research labs, and shared facilities.
This position is currently funded through 2027, with the possibility of extension.
Purpose The role provides professional leadership and management for multiple complex planning and capital facilities projects on all CNS facilities at the University of Texas at Austin. This position plays a critical part in delivering facilities solutions that support the college's teaching, research, and public service mission.
Responsibilities
Lead complex natural sciences facilities projects during planning, design and construction phases. Provide project leadership, support effective communication, coordinate project activities, and resolve conflicts as needed to ensure project goals are met. Oversee and manage project budget, scope of work, and schedule. Drive progress of project teams to achieve expected owner's project requirements.
Coordinate with UT Austin Campus Operations staff to procure and manage design and construction teams in support of natural sciences planning and capital facilities projects.
Other related functions as assigned. Collaborate with UT Austin colleagues to initiate and develop process improvements.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, construction science, or related discipline. A minimum of 5 years of experience providing project management of design and construction activities for renovations and new construction, including institutional or commercial facilities. Excellent communication, collaboration and organizational skills, with an ability to manage multiple simultaneous activities in a varied and complex environment. Strong organizational skills and attentiveness to detail.
Preferred Qualifications 10 years of experience working on a university campus in a facilities-related role. Experience with planning, design, construction, commissioning, and/or operation of higher education and/or scientific facilities as the owner's representative. Licensed Architect or Engineer in the State of Texas, or licensure in another state and eligible for reciprocity with the State of Texas, or ability to obtain professional licensure in the State of Texas within two years. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or other similar demonstration of formal project management training. Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Suite, and Computer Aided Design software (AutoCAD, Solidworks, ProE).
Driving Required This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant must provide a three-year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.
Salary Range $100,000
Working Conditions Environmental Demands
May work in all weather conditions
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards and chemicals
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
May be exposed to loud noise, high dust and allergen levels.
Physical Tasks
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Climbing of stairs and/or ladders
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E-Verify The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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