The PD&C department consists of three teams (Planning, Engineering, and Design & Construction) responsible for the planning, design, and construction of buildings on campus, in support of CU Boulder's academic mission. The Design & Construction team consists of approximately 40 high performing project delivery professionals leading over 400 projects across campus annually with a combined budget of over $500 million. The Design & Construction team strives to guide campus development in a way that gives physical form to the university's mission, vision, and programs through the effective use of human, environmental, and financial resources.

Project Development

• Meet with campus clients to review proposed improvements and define project scope.
• Communicate regularly with clients to ensure satisfaction and alignment with expectations.
• Coordinate with Facilities Management, building occupants, and auxiliary services (EH&S, OIT, Parking).
• Review the department’s Project Delivery Guide to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with Team Leads to review scopes of work and update monthly reports.

Contractual Agreements

• Solicit proposals or qualifications and negotiate contract terms.
• Prepare and amend consultant and contractor contracts as needed.
• Ensure compliance with State rules and regulations in consultant selection.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to terms.
• Complete contract close-out procedures.

Design Administration

• Lead design meetings with clients and consultants to finalize project documents.
• Review and circulate design documents for campus feedback.
• Track design progress and identify variances from project objectives.
• Implement corrective actions and ensure quality assurance.
• Communicate project updates to team members.

Schedule and Budget Management

• Create and maintain master project timelines using data from multiple sources.
• Monitor progress and adjust schedules to ensure timely project delivery.
• Prepare budget estimates and manage fiscal aspects of the project.
• Negotiate costs with contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Maintain and update budget tracking tools, including the Unifier Project Management module.
• Engage with leadership and Team Leads to review and report on schedules and budgets.

Bidding and Construction Administration

• Supervise preparation of bidding documents and manage the construction phase.
• Advertise bids, conduct pre-bid meetings and site visits, and chair bid openings.
• Evaluate bids and award contracts in compliance with university procedures.
• Coordinate construction activities with contractors and university collaborators.
• Lead weekly construction meetings to review progress and resolve issues.
• Ensure quality control and communicate disruptions to the university community.
• Coordinate space activation activities with internal project partners, external project vendors and consultants, and client representatives to ensure a smooth Go-Live transition.

Dispute Resolution

• Mediate disputes and evaluate complex issues from multiple perspectives.
• Coordinate with supervisors on issues requiring higher-level approval.
• Review and negotiate change requests from consultants, clients, and contractors.
• Seek consensus among team members while ensuring compliance with codes and policies.

This position will work in a hybrid work modality, though the training period will require at least 3 days a week to be in person. The position has a work schedule of Monday - Friday during regular business hours.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $111,000 annually.

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Construction Management, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.
• 5 years of experience managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar institutional or commercial construction projects. This must include at least 1 year of experience in planning and cost estimating.

• Client‑focused relationship building; ability to serve as a trusted advisor to campus partners.
• Inclusive, collaborative leadership across cross‑functional teams of consultants, internal partners, and contractors.
• Clear, concise communication tailored to diverse audiences; strong meeting facilitation skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with a focus on customer service and collaborator engagement.
• Analytical problem‑solving, cost and schedule control, and thorough attention to quality and safety.
• Negotiation, consensus building, and proactive risk management.
• Adaptability and continuous improvement mentality.

• Proven experience with a variety of project delivery methods, including: Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC)
• Proven success in construction administration for new construction and renovation projects within institutional, higher education, or similar environments.
• Experience delivering projects designed and built to sustainability standards (LEED, energy‑efficient design).
• Proficiency in, or able to learn quickly, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Working experience with project management information systems (e.g., Unifier, e-Builder, Kahua, Procore, or similar).
• Familiarity with, or the ability to quickly learn, State of Colorado Office of the Architect and State Buildings Program contractual agreements, or comparable frameworks.
• Active participation in professional construction or project management organizations (e.g., Lean Construction Institute, Construction Owners Association of America, CMAA), and demonstrating commitment to industry standard processes and continuous professional development.
• Active professional industry certification(s) such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), DBIA (Design‑Build Institute of America), or Lean Construction credentials (LCI), thereby demonstrating advanced expertise and commitment to industry standards.
• Work experience with, or a credential in, a High Performance Certification Program (like LEED, Green Building Initiative, or Green Globes).
• Experience managing complex laboratory projects, including: Lab equipment and fume hood installations, HVAC systems integration, Lab layout planning and design compliance.