Job Information
Auburn University Facilities Management Design and Construction Project Manager I-IV in Auburn University, Alabama
Position Information
Requisition Number
S5072P
Home Org Name
Project Mgmt Recovery
Division Name
VP, Facilities Management
Position Title
Design and Construction Project Manager I-IV
Job Class Code
NC56A-D
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
*Ready to make a lasting impact on the future of our University? *
Were looking for an experienced and highly motivated Design and Construction Project Manager with a specialty in Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FFandE) to help bring our campus spaces to life.
In this dynamic role, youll take the lead on FFandE projects from concept through installation, shaping environments where students learn, faculty innovate, and our community thrives. Youll manage sourcing and procurement, coordinate seamless installations, support construction teams, and ensure warranty issues are handled smoothly and efficiently.
Youll work closely with a wide range of partners across campus, including university leadership, faculty and staff, students, Facilities Management teams, Capital Project Managers, consultants, contractors, and vendors. Your ability to build strong relationships, problemsolve creatively, and keep projects moving will be key to your success.
If youre energized by meaningful work, enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and love turning great ideas into welldesigned spaces, wed love to hear from you!
Essential Functions
- Leads multiple University Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FFandE) projects and supports construction initiatives. Directs design, sourcing, procurement, and installation activities.
- Manages warranty claims and resolves issues efficiently. Coordinates with university leadership, faculty, staff, students, Facilities Management personnel, Capital Project Managers, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
- Manages all phases of construction, from planning to completion, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery with support from others.
- Create, develop, and manage budget and financial reporting for assigned projects in coordination with administrative teams and client funding availability with oversight from management.
- Create and manage project schedules and monitor progress.
- Regularly communicates with stakeholders, coordinates with cross-functional project teams, ensures clear communication across all team members, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project success.
- Coordinates with contractors, consultants, and campus stakeholders to meet institutional goals, building code compliance and safety best practices, master plan guidelines, and campus design and construction standards to include design reviews and inspections.
- Coordinates project teams, including consultants, contractors, and constituent groups, through project planning and execution providing guidance and resolving issues to ensure team efficiency and project success.
Why Work at Auburn?
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- Were Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Based on experience and education, candidates will be considered for the following levels of Design and Construction Project Manager.
Level I:
- Bachelors Degree in Architecture, Building Science, Interior Design, Engineering or related fieldAND0 years of experience,OR
- Associates DegreeAND4 years of experience in project management, program management, construction, interior design, architecture, or engineering practices and principles
Level II:
Bachelors Deg