Facilities Project Manager

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

8am-5pm, Monday-Friday with occasional nights and weekends as assigned by supervisor

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Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

CAES is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of Facilities Project Manager.

Reporting directly to the Director of Facilities Planning & Real Property, the Facilities Project Manager will be responsible for the active management of building facilities, infrastructure, equipment for the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences for their Research, Instruction, and Extension missions. The Facilities Project Manager will take a proactive and planned approach to managing new construction, renovations, maintenance, and repairs in order to minimize disruptions. Key responsibilities include managing renovation/construction projects and research equipment maintenance and installation.

This position involves regular interface with CAES end-users, OUA, FMD, ESD, and URAR (University Research Animal Resources). The individual in this role will be well-versed in building systems (particularly mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) and will establish and maintain a close working relationship with Finance & Administration (particularly FMD and OUA), as well as partnering with contractors and vendors to maintain and renovate CAES facilities. Additionally, the Facilities Project Manager will be engaged in CAES projects both within the Athens Clarke County area and at the various CAES properties across the state (satellite campuses in Tifton and Griffin, 4-H Centers, as well as Research Education Centers across the state). Travel to these various locations will occur on a regular basis.

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 Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.