OUA Project Manager; Limited-Term

Overview

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Posting Number: S14512P

Working Title: OUA Project Manager (Limited-Term)

Department: F&A-University Architects

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Employee

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Salary: $72,000+ Commensurate with experience

Posting Date: 12/16/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 02/01/2026

Location of Vacancy (repeated): Athens Area

Individual performs project oversight leading to project success. This oversight includes comprehensive responsibility for all stages of the project from project programming to project close out. Projects may include alteration and repair projects to existing university buildings or new building construction projects. Projects could be located on any University of Georgia (UGA) campus and could involve a wide range of facilities such as laboratories, athletic facilities, concert halls, classrooms, etc.

This position has a limited two-year appointment term which is expected to end two years after start date. This appointment may be extended if the volume & complexity of projects continues to be high.

• The individual oversees projects, contributing to their successful completion. Projects typically include studies, design and/or construction phases. This oversight incorporates comprehensive responsibility for all stages of projects including, but not limited, to initial studies, pricing, concept preparation, programming, design, construction, and closeout/warranty. The employee oversees planning, budgeting, scheduling, designing, and constructing of assigned projects. Project may involve alteration and repair to existing university and/or athletic buildings or new building construction projects.
• Conduct on-site visits for meetings with the Owner, Architect, and Contractor, as well as overseeing general project management.
• Professional communication with USG Board of Regents staff, university and/or athletic department leadership and personnel, design professionals, consultants, contractors, subcontractors and material and equipment vendors needed. This communication may include direct interaction, oral and written communication, and the assembly and deliverance of presentation material related to and in support of UGA projects and strategic plan.
• The position provides direction to the design professional and the contractor related to all facets of the project. In addition, the employee will evaluate vendor and consultant proposals and negotiate services & costs. The employee will gather/prepare other information regarding program, design, final construction documents, equipment lists and construction administration for a number of projects which are at various stages of development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications: Baccalaureate degree in architecture or related field. Experience in working on planning, design, construction and/or project management of renovation and construction projects in a college/university or similar setting.

• Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulatory agency guidelines as well as construction methods and construction administration.
• Communicate and effectively establish and maintain working relationships with university faculty and administrative personnel.
• Project Management including management of design professionals and contractors.
• Basic understanding and fluency in Microsoft Windows based operating system and Microsoft Office Suite of software.
• Foundational comprehension and proficiency to work within and between graphics and presentation-oriented software platforms that are common in the design, architecture and engineering industries, including, but not limited to Adobe Acrobat, Auto CAD, Sketchup, and similar products.

• Sedentary desk work for computer related and administrative tasks.
• Regular on-site inspections involving walking through active construction sites.
• Travel to active construction sites which may involve some overnight stays.
• Lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Driving to perform job related duties.

• Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
  Yes
• Is this a Position of Trust?:
  No
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
  No
• Does this position require a P-Card?:
  No
• Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?:
  No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
  No
• Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications):
  No

• Credit And P-Card Policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit…