Quality Project Manager
The University of Iowa Design & Construction Department is seeking a Quality Project Manager. This position is responsible for the delivery of effective project management services with an emphasis on quality management. The projects have a high level of complexity and can be high profile and have a greater impact on the operations of the institution.
This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Duties to Include:
- Facilitate review and approval process for UI Design Standards and Procedures.
- Maintain FM Design & Construction workflow documents.
- Review design documents for compliance with UI Design Standards and Procedures.
- Review construction jobsites for compliance with current campus standards and industry best practices.
- Support project and department lessons learned processes.
Location: University Services Building
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
About Facilities Management Design & Construction:
Design & Construction leads a comprehensive and cooperative approach to design and construction excellence in creating a campus that is consistent with the University of Iowa’s status as one of the nation’s leading academic/research institutions. We support the University’s mission to educate, provide community service and encourage environmental sustainability. Design & Construction takes an integrated and sustainable approach to the long-term planning and management of the University of Iowa’s land, buildings, and historic resources.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
- Professional experience (typically 3-5 years) in project management of projects during design and/or construction or experience in process improvement implementation.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in computer software applications.
- Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
- Extensive experience in a customer focused, team-oriented environment.
- Professional experience (typically 3-5 years) in project management of projects during design and/or construction or experience in process improvement implementation on a university campus.
- Extensive experience with project management software such as Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, BIM, etc.
- Experience in sustainable design processes, laboratory and/or MEPT capital improvement projects and/or state building inspection procedures.
- Knowledge of ASHRAE, ASTM and/or Joint Commission standards and Building Codes including NFPA 99.
- Knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Technology (MEPT) commissioning practices and Building Enclosure (BE) commissioning practices.
- Experience with healthcare, laboratory, MEPT or building envelope capital improvement projects and/or state building inspection procedures.
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Andy Brus at andrew-brus@uiowa.edu or 319-467-1454.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
