The University of Iowa Design & Construction team is seeking a Quality Project Manager to be hired at either the Intermediate or Senior level. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered for or indicate all.

This position will be responsible for evaluating data, improving work processes, and procedures and recommending specific changes to improve the overall quality of service that Facilities Management Design & Construction is delivering for construction projects at the University of Iowa. Responsible for administering a continuous improvement process for the Design & Construction unit. Supports the consistent delivery of projects and services to meet and exceed client expectations. Ensures efficiency, effectiveness, and continuous improvement for both project delivery and departmental stewardship.

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the and .

Duties to include:

Quality Project Manager

• Facilitate review and approval process for UI Design Standards and Procedures
• Maintain FM Design & Construction workflow documents
• Review design documents for compliance with UI Design Standards and Procedures
• Review construction jobsites for compliance with current campus standards and industry best practices
• Support project and department lessons learned processes

Sr Quality Project Manager

• Facilitate review and approval process for UI Design Standards and Procedures
• Review project Owner Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BOD)
• Communicate common occurrences and issues from lessons learned and other project design reviews
• Perform jobsite observations to confirm adherence to quality assurance processes
• Provide leadership to department in commissioning processes

Location: Campus – University Services Building (USB)

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.

About Facilities Management Design & Construction:

Design & Construction leads a comprehensive and cooperative approach to design and construction excellence in creating a campus that is consistent with the University of Iowa’s status as one of the nation’s leading academic/research institutions. We support the University’s mission to educate, provide community service and encourage environmental sustainability. Design & Construction takes an integrated and sustainable approach to the long-term planning and management of the University of Iowa’s land, buildings, and historic resources.

About Iowa City

The university is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000+ in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live. Iowa City is less than four hours from Chicago and within five hours of Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City, readily accessible via interstate highways and a regional airport 30 minutes away.

Quality Project Manager

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Professional experience (typically 3-5 years) in project management or in process improvement implementation.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in computer software applications.
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

Desired Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in a client-focused, team-oriented environment.
• Professional experience (typically 3-5 years) in project management of projects during design and/or construction or experience in process improvement implementation on a university campus.
• Extensive experience with project management software such as Bluebeam, BIM, Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, and SharePoint, etc.
• Experience in sustainable design processes, laboratory and/or MEPT capital improvement projects and/or state building inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, ASTM and/or Joint Commission standards and Building Codes including NFPA 99.
• Knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Technology (MEPT) commissioning practices and Building Enclosure (BE) commissioning practices.
• Experience with healthcare, laboratory, MEPT or building envelope capital improvement projects and/or state building inspection procedures.

Sr. Quality Project Manager

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Professional experience (typically 5-7 years) in project management or in process improvement implementation.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in computer software applications.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, ASTM and/or Joint Commission standards and Building Codes including NFPA 99.
• Knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Technology (MEPT) commissioning practices and Building Enclosure (BE) commissioning practices.
• Experience with healthcare, laboratory, MEPT or building envelope capital improvement projects and/or state building inspection procedures.
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

Desired Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in a client-focused, team-oriented environment.
• Formal continuing education in process improvement techniques such as TQM or similar nationally recognized techniques (Six Sigma, LEAN, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, ProSci)
• Qualified Commissioning Provider certification or formal continuing education in commissioning processes by a nationally recognized organization.
• Extensive experience with project management software such as Bluebeam, BIM, Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, and SharePoint.

Experience in sustainable design processes, laboratory and/or MEPT capital improvement projects and/or state building inspection procedures.

 

For additional questions, please contact Andy Brus at or 319-467-1454.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.