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Associate Director, Project Management

Baltimore, MD

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Job Description

Associate Director, Project Management (Sign-On Bonus) - (240000I6)

The University of Maryland Baltimore invites applications from dynamic, customer-focused Construction Project Management Leaders to serve as its Associate Director of Project Management. Reporting to the Executive Director of Design and Construction, the successful candidate will lead a Regional Service Center currently managing 12 projects valued at $775 Million for UMB and four other Baltimore area State Universities. UMB enrolls nearly 6,700 students in six nationally ranked professional schools and an interdisciplinary Graduate School.

SIGN-ON BONUS!

The selected candidate for this position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $12,000. Half will be paid following 30 days of satisfactory service at UMB and the remaining half will be paid after successful completion of a probationary period of 12 months. The sign on bonus is eligible only to candidates new or returning to UMB.

BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Create and sustain a cohesive, collaborative, high-performing team. Hire, develop, mentor, and evaluate a staff of customer-focused professionals and paraprofessionals.
Oversee a Regional Service Center providing capital construction services to UMB and four other University System of Maryland campuses located in the Baltimore region.
Collaborate with peers, staff, customers and stakeholders to ensure a positive work environment while upholding the Admin & Finance guiding principles.
Serve as a Senior Member of the Department and represent the Department and Client Universities in dealings with the Design and Construction Community as well as the Board of Public Works, State of Maryland Agencies, and the State Legislature.
Provides leadership to meet sustainability goals of the State, University of Maryland System, University of Maryland Baltimore and client institutions.
Lead negotiations of design, construction, and specialty service contracts, major contract changes, and claims in a manner that maintains the reputation, integrity, and respect of all involved.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field required. Advanced Degree preferred.

Licensure/Certification: A Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect preferred. PMP or CCM Certification preferred.

Experience: Ten (10) years of increasing responsibility in program and project management of institutional projects. Experience in an academic, industrial, and/or medical research environment preferred.

Supervisory Experience: Three (3) years leadership experience, directly responsible for the recruitment, training, development, performance management, and evaluation of managers and staff.

Other: Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission.

Physical Requirements: Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field. Incumbents must be able to work in a construction site environment and have the ability to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces and adverse conditions created as a result of construction. Incumbents must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of Construction Project Management including planning, design, design review, permitting, procurement, inspection, construction, commissioning, and close out.
Ability to review programs and work with clients to establish budgets and schedules for proposed projects.
Exceptional teambuilding, collaboration, and change management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Experience leading the selection of design teams, Design/Build teams and construction teams.
Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Past public procurement experience preferred.
Skilled in the effective use of applicable technology/systems. Knowledge of E-Builder or similar software a plus.
Understand, demonstrate, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Search Consultant:
UMB has hired a Search Consultant to assist with this Search. Submit all applications, including resumes and cover letters, nominations, and referrals, to:
Mike Ellicott
Ellicott.Search@Att.Net
806-789-3255
All information submitted will be held in strict confidence.
Hiring Range: $165,000 - $180,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience)

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E0205J
Employee Class : Exempt Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Financial Disclosure: Yes
Organization: Division of Facilities Maintenance
Job Posting: Mar 15, 2024
Unposting Date: Apr 14, 2024, 9:59:00 PM