Project Manager Architect

The University of Kansas seeks an Architectural Project Manager to provide project management/architectural support on a wide range of capital facility projects including both new and renovation construction. This position will manage and oversee a highly diverse and complex design options, construction documents, etc. The successful candidate will have experience in managing multiple projects, have excellent communication skills to work with a variety of stakeholders and contractors and have a background in architectural design, building codes, safety and construction administration.

Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8 am - 5pm

Facilities Planning & Development within KU Operations provide design, construction and safety services for campus buildings and outdoor areas. KU Operations supports KU's mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university's academic and research missions.

KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options, and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities.

Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities! Details available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance

KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

30% - Project Management for Evaluation and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM).

• Serve as Project Manager (PM) on assigned projects or as architectural support.
• Coordinate with other KU departments including but not limited to Facilities Services, Space Management, Information Technology, and Environment, Health & Safety during the project Evaluation phase. Review and make decisions regarding complex design concepts.
• Prepares ROM cost estimates for various phases of the project that include all project costs, or assists the Project Manager in estimate preparation.
• Takes a lead role in preparing architectural needs/programs for projects over $1,500,000.

45% - Project Management or Architectural Support for Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction, Actuals, and Resolution.

• Prepare and manage highly varied and complex design development options and construction documents within the approved funding limits from the project need analysis phase through project construction, with a focus on the design and construction. Review and make decisions regarding complex designs. Prepare or manage the preparation of the code footprints as needed to comply with the State of Kansas, Office of Facilities Planning and Management (OFPM) policies. Prepare or oversee the preparation of construction documents. Prepare or manage the preparation of the detailed specifications using Master Spec. Work with KU Facilities Services delegated representative(s) during project development and construction.
• Provide construction administration services as either PM or in a support role. If serving as Construction Manager, coordinate with and manage the project under guidance and direction from the PM. Initiate and conduct project pre-construction conferences which include all involved parties. File and distribute project communications and approved shop drawings. Make periodic site visits at appropriate intervals to review and observe progress and details of construction work, reporting questionable items to A/E for appropriate follow up action/directions to the Contractor. Identify field problems and work with the project team to develop solutions. Receive departmental requests for changes to the work, prepare technical description of changes and forward to PM and A/E to request pricing proposals. Review proposed design changes and change order proposals, and forward written recommendations to the FPD PM, A/E and Contractor. Schedule substantial completion, final and warranty inspections and assist the A/E in developing a punch list of incomplete or unsatisfactory work for the Contractor to complete. Ensure punch list and warranty items are completed in a timely manner.
• Assist Facilities Services in solving unforeseen design problems, interpreting the design intent, preparing documents for contractual changes, and participating in final inspections. Serve as a representative of the University's interests.
• All work shall be performed in accordance with the By-Laws of the State Board of Technical Profession, Policies and Procedures of OFPM and the University's design standards and applicable codes.

15% - Ensures Project Success

• Ensures the success of architectural capital projects and physical improvements by coordinating with the University Architect and Engineer, Facilities Services (FS) and Center for Sustainability from installation & commissioning of life safety systems and preparation for occupancy, continuing throughout life of the facilities; and works with Campus Operations to develop solutions to facility-related architectural problems.
• Advises the University Architect/Director of Facilities Planning and Development (FPD), University Engineer & senior members of administration as requested in regard to planning, design, & construction issues requiring architectural expertise.
• Leads in ensuring that architectural aspects of construction projects are in compliance with state and federal regulations by assisting in development & enforcement of University policies & procedures for all facets of planning, design, & construction, including consultant selection & award of contracts for consultant services, advertising, bidding, & award of contracts, bonding & insurance requirements, & project close-out.
• Protects the University from unqualified consultants/contractors by maintaining records of performance of contractors/consultants, rendering an evaluation, and using the documentation to support selection of best qualified firm for the project.
• Assists in facilitating compliance of the University with accessibility requirements mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by understanding the requirements of ADA, reviewing physical accessibility of University structures, advising of deficiencies not meeting ADA requirements, & making recommendations for compliance including costs & scope of compliance modifications.
• Promotes and supports the University's statement on sustainability by planning, designing, & constructing capital projects & physical improvements to meet standards.
• Advises the University Architect/Director of FPD, University Engineer and senior administration as requested regarding condition of existing University buildings & facilities, including compliance with building codes & life safety requirements as well as physical condition.

10% - FPD Policy Guidelines

• Assists in developing & maintaining departmental policies, guidelines, & standards applicable to the University & assists with dissemination of information by various means, including face-to-face interactions, published guidelines, and web pages.
• Assists in developing & maintaining architectural design standards & quality expectations for campus construction projects, especially standards that apply to building envelope systems, project services and construction.
• Facilitates a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, professional development, maintaining required & appropriate professional designations, & attending training and/or courses as directed by supervisor.
• Contributes to the overall success of FPD by performing all other duties & responsibilities as assigned.

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

1. Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
2. Resume
3. List of three (3) professional references

Only complete applications will be considered.

Application review will begin Monday, June 30th, 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Mark Reiske
dcmmlr@ku.edu
785-766-7589

Starting at $85,000

Monday June 30, 2025

Monday August 4, 2025