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Project Management Institute

OUA Project Manager (Limited-Term)

Project Management Institute, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604

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External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Advertised Salary: $72,000+ (Commensurate with experience)

Posting Date: 01/05/2026 – Open until filled

Proposed Starting Date: 03/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants: Successful applicants must ensure they are eligible to work in the United States (citizen or national of the United States, lawful permanent resident, or foreign national authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment and maintain eligibility throughout the appointment.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR: hrweb@uga.edu.

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Position Information Classification Title: F&A PM Pro-Construct III

FLSA: Exempt FTE: 1

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required and Master’s degree preferred in Landscape Architecture or related Environmental Planning and Design field, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or Architecture with experience focused in planning and design of the outdoor environment.

A minimum of five years of Project Management experience in an urban, campus, and/or institutional environment where balance and hierarchy of space is critical to the successful creation of memorable spaces that function optimally in support of the institutional mission.

Experience working as an Owners Representative where leadership and facilitation of large design teams including multiple design disciplines is necessary to achieve project goals and milestones.

Demonstrated increasingly responsible experience in the design realm with the ability to adapt and manage a wide range of site and facilities construction projects that have routinely involved planning, historic preservation, architecture and interior design, and construction oversight.

Position Summary The individual performs project oversight leading to project success. Oversight includes comprehensive responsibility for all stages of the project from programming to close out. Projects may include alteration and repair to existing university buildings or new building construction projects, located on any UGA campus, involving facilities such as laboratories, athletic facilities, concert halls, classrooms, etc.

This position has a limited appointment term which is expected to end two years after the start date. The appointment may be extended if the volume & complexity of projects continues to be high.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulatory agency guidelines as well as construction methods and construction administration.

Ability to communicate and effectively establish and maintain working relationships with university faculty and administrative personnel.

Project Management including management of design professionals and contractors.

Basic understanding and fluency in Microsoft Windows based operating system and Microsoft Office Suite of software.

Basic understanding and ability to work within and between graphics and presentation oriented software platforms that are common in the design, architecture and engineering industries, including, but not limited to Adobe Acrobat, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and similar products.

Physical Demands

Sedentary desk work for computer related and administrative tasks.

Regular on-site inspections involving walking through active construction sites.

Travel to active construction sites which may involve some overnight stays.

Lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

Driving to perform job related duties.

Duties/Responsibilities

Individual oversees projects, contributing to their successful completion. Projects typically include studies, design and/or construction phases. Oversight incorporates comprehensive responsibility for all stages of projects including, but not limited to, initial studies, pricing, concept preparation, programming, design, construction, and close‑out/warranty.

Employee oversees planning, budgeting, scheduling, designing, and constructing of assigned projects. Projects may involve alteration and repair to existing university and/or athletic buildings or new building construction projects.

Conducts on‑site visits for meetings with the Owner, Architect, and Contractor, and oversees general project management.

Professional communication with USG Board of Regents staff, university and/or athletic department leadership and personnel, design professionals, consultants, contractors, subcontractors and material and equipment vendors. This includes direct interaction, oral and written communication, and the assembly and delivery of presentation material related to and supporting UGA projects and the strategic plan.

Provides direction to the design professional and the contractor related to all facets of the project. Evaluates vendor and consultant proposals and negotiates services & costs.

Gathers/prepares other information regarding program, design, final construction documents, equipment lists and construction administration for a number of projects at various stages of development.

Other duties as assigned.

Contact Information Recruitment Contact

Name: Tom Breedlove Email: trb@uga.edu Phone: (not provided)

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

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