Sr. Project Manager

Real Estate

Full Time

77376BR

Job Summary

Responsible for managing large and / or complex clinical, research, academic, infrastructure, and administrative enterprise design and construction projects, or specialized, critical components of these projects. Exercises independent judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Project Delivery, Campus Design and Construction the incumbent is accountable for project management services to ensure capital projects are on schedule, within budget, high-quality, cost-effective, and appropriate to client program needs.  Services include all elements of project management from concept through project closeout including initial scoping, budgeting, funding, procurement, construction management and closeout of large and small projects.
The incumbent organizes, plans, and controls the design and construction efforts on capital construction projects.  This involves selecting professional design staff (architects and engineers), general contractors and subcontractors, coordinating the activities of clients, construction plan reviewers inspectors, representatives of the Designated Campus Fire Marshal (DCFM), and others associated with the projects; managing project progress to achieve overall project objectives consistent with department standards and in alignment with customer expectations including, budget, cost and quality; resolving problems that arise in the projects; working with state agency officials to ensure compliance and safety. 

The incumbent has a first line responsibility to communicate effectively with project stakeholders regarding program, budget, schedule, and construction impact.
Sr. Project Managers may be responsible for coordinating the activities of multiple Real Estate Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers as directed.   

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The organization of UCSF Real Estate is focused on the development, planning, delivery, and management of physical space for UCSF.  Key responsibilities include a unified approach to oversee the active UCSF growth planned on a multi-site campus and to manage the complex metropolitan environments affecting capital assets and projects and efforts to align municipal challenges with maximum effectiveness in support of the UCSF mission.
UCSF Real Estate is an integrated unit that enables the alignment of development, planning, design, construction, and management of facilities and a lease portfolio of 1M square feet across UCSF. Services are provided through the following departments:  Building Permit Services, Campus Design and Construction, Campus Planning, Construction Contract Administration, Health Design and Construction, Health Major Capital Projects, Real Estate Services, Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland Capital Program Management and support through Business Intelligence, and Finance, Administration and Operations.

The UCSF Campus Design & Construction department is responsible for providing comprehensive capital project delivery services to the research, academic, administrative, campus life services units on the Parnassus, Mt Zion, ZSFG (Zuckerberg San Francisco General), Mission Center, Mission Bay, campuses including leased properties and satellite locations in San Francisco and throughout the greater Bay Area and Fresno. Project types include new “ground up” buildings, seismic upgrades of existing buildings, major infrastructure & technology upgrades, major facilities investment and deferred maintenance programs, renovations and upgrades of existing labs, offices, education space, student and faculty housing facilities, and full floor renovations.

The team is responsible and accountable to assure projects are delivered in accordance with all project objectives including cost, scope, and schedule, remain compliant with all public contract code, UCOP, and UCSF policies, and satisfy the customer requirements. The team serves as the focal point of Campus capital project delivery and relies deeply on close partnerships within real estate and a wide variety of additional stakeholders across UCSF to provide a comprehensive solution for capital project and program delivery services. The current program is $2.8B and consists of more than 200 projects.

The combined UCSF Campus and Health organizations include approximately 198 UCSF and 38 contract personnel; operating/recharge budgets of more than $52.2M per year; current year capital project expenditures of $900M; and oversight and responsibility for > $13.3B long-range capital development. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Eight (8) years of experience in managing all phases of capital projects; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state and local laws, and regulations governing planning, building design and construction, including but not limited to, JCAHO, OSHPD, NFPA, Title 24, American with disabilities Act, and CDPH requirements.
• Advanced understanding and knowledge of architectural and construction industry theory and practice.  Ability to assess technical design documents, construction contracts, and related records.
• Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex, multiphase projects or specialized critical project components within an occupied academic medical center.
• Advanced financial skills to prepare, monitor and manage detailed project budgets, evaluate cost estimates, and review payment requests.
• Advanced skill in advising and consulting with senior leaders, interdisciplinary stakeholders, design professionals and construction contractors.
• Advanced skill managing contractors ensuring compliance with work scope and budget.
• Advanced skill in building, maintaining and nurturing strong professional relationships.
• Advanced Microsoft Office and project manager software skills. Working knowledge of CAD drawing programs and architectural design application programs.
• Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex projects, or highly specialized and critical project component
• Advanced communication skills on a one-to-one basis or in a group setting with project team, leaders, stakeholders, contractors and consultants.  Demonstrated ability to present executive summaries to diverse Leadership groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years in specialized training such as mechanical, electrical and/or construction management.
• Professional License in Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering
• Construction or project management certification from a relevant organization preferred.
• LEED Accreditation
• Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short and long range strategic building plans.
• Advanced knowledge of research laboratory or healthcare building construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including full understanding of industry practices.
• Advanced skills and technological knowledge in areas of architecture, construction, MEPF, Lean Construction and/or Project Delivery.
• Demonstrated skills in problem recognition / avoidance / resolution.
• University, Research Laboratory /or Medical Center experience
• Experience leading multi-discipline project groups on small and medium complex research laboratory or healthcare projects or programs
• Experience in lean business process improvement
• Experience Using Primavera Unifier and P6 Scheduling Software

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

005642 FAC PROJECT MGT SPEC 4 HC

Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical), Professional and Managerial, Project Management, Real Estate Services

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Minnesota Street (SF)

Additional Shift Details

M-F, 8am - 5pm PST