Senior Facilities Project Manager
University of Colorado Boulder
Operations
Boulder, CO, USA
USD 86,100-107,650 / year
Posted on Jan 15, 2026
Job Summary
The Housing Facilities Services (HFS) team with the University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Senior Project Manager! This position plays a critical role in delivering clean, safe, comfortable, and well-maintained living, dining, and community spaces that support CU Boulder’s educational mission. This position leads large, complex capital construction and renovation projects across HFS’s portfolio of 24 residence halls, six family housing complexes, seven dining and retail venues, and auxiliary buildings.
The Senior PM plans, assigns, coordinates, and supervises contractor and subcontractor work on major renovations and capital improvements; prepares written documents, specifications, and drawings for these projects; and supervises work performed by professional architects, engineers, and contractors. The role manages multiple concurrent small, medium, and large-scale projects, including multi-year efforts up to $125M, requiring advanced phasing strategies to maintain occupancy and operational continuity.
The Senior PM advises design administration, resolves disputes, enforces contract requirements, and drives risk mitigation and sustainability outcomes in a 24/7 residential environment. This position also mentors project managers and coordinators, strengthens delivery processes, and produces data-driven reporting that informs executive decisions.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The Division of Student Life consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.
The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like center for assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing and technology solutions.
With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.
Housing Facilities Services (HFS) is a comprehensive facility management operation that provides around-the-clock support to over 10,000 residents and 20,000 conference guests annually. Services include maintenance, repair, renovation, project management, capital construction, housekeeping and grounds-keeping operations. HFS has approximately 190 full-time employees and approximately 80 part-time and student staff, who all strive to give residents the best living experience possible.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Project Management
- Lead planning, design, construction, and closeout for multi-year capital projects up to $125M.
- Establish baselines for scope, schedule, and budget; maintain risk registers and change control processes.
- Direct design administration and construction administration activities, including commissioning and punch-list governance.
- Enforce contract requirements; manage addenda, amendments, and change orders.
- Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and compliance risks; advance recovery plans to leadership.
- The use of a University vehicle is required for the performance of some of these duties
Student Life Liaison and Campus Coordination
- Coordinate requirements across Student Life, Facilities Management, and regulatory partners.
- Analyze scope changes related to regulations; present decision paths and tradeoffs to executives.
- Lead procurement activities, site walks, and contractor selection; maintain audit-ready documentation.
- Maintain disciplined communication and campus partner engagement.
Leadership and Strategy
- Mentor PMs and coordinators; support onboarding and performance guidance.
- Drive continuous improvement in delivery standards and sustainability practices.
- Advise executives on critical path recovery and risk mitigation.
Budget, Finance, and Analysis
- Create and maintain budgets and forecasts for projects including those above $100M.
- Review pay applications and change orders; reconcile actuals with Finance.
- Produce dashboards and month-end reports on budget status and risk trendlines.
What You Should Know
- The anticipated shift for this position is from Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm (in office/on campus).
- This position operates University vehicles and requires a Driver's License in good standing.
What We Can Offer
- The annual salary range for this position is $86,100 -$107,650.
- Onboarding assistance is available within Student Life division guidelines.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
- Positions at this level typically require at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
- At least 5 years of professional capital project management experience.
- PMP, CMAA, or equivalent certification required (or obtained within 12 months).
What You Will Need
- Experienced with PC-based information, financial, and word processing systems and software, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
- Demonstrated track record of exemplary customer service and client satisfaction.
- Exemplary communication, organization, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Knowledge of building codes and fire life safety systems.
- Seven or more years of project management experience.
- Demonstrated project management experience on projects exceeding $100M.
- Familiarity with State of Colorado contracting standards and compliance requirements.
- Experience with multiple delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), and Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC).
- Higher education residential and dining facilities experience.
- Experience in renovating and adaptive reuse of buildings 75 years or older.
- Proficiency with Oracle Primavera Unifier or similar enterprise project management systems.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current resume.2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by January 28, 2026, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.