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Job Description

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years experience in project management.  This position is responsible for managing the design and construction of a wide variety of projects that address deferred maintenance, space renewal, and modernization.  Projects are typically smaller in size, and range from $10,000 - $5 Million, with opportunities to serve as a team member for larger projects.  Working with a diverse group of stakeholders, this position will execute projects from conception to completion, managing several projects simultaneously.  Some planning-level design of furniture layouts will be required by this position, and knowledge of AutoCAD is preferred.  The position will develop and manage project finances, including the creation of budget estimates.  This position is critical to the core mission of Wellesley College by providing updated living and learning environments for our students.  The role is part of a collaborative and high-performing team that values diversity and an enjoyable work environment.  

Primary Position Responsibilities

• Stakeholder coordination with high level of customer service
• Budget Development and oversight
• Schedule coordination
• Planning-level Design for small projects, including interior furniture projects
• Designer and Contractor selection and management
• Bidding process management
• Attention to detail and resourceful
• On call duty will be required 3 to 4 times per year

Performance Profile 

• Ability to interact and communicate with clients / end-users / stakeholders
• Performance of on-time and on-budget projects
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and consultants
• Flexible in task organization to respond to changing needs
• Strong Communication skills
• Team-oriented, ability to collaborate

Education Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, interior design, construction or related field.

Experience Required

• Minimum 3-5 years design or construction-related experience, particularly in an institutional setting.  

Skills and Abilities Required

• High level of customer service experience, particularly in an institutional setting
• Project management skills including developing schedules, budgets, project controls, managing contracts, negotiations, and client relations
• Demonstrated record of on-time and on-budget projects
• Organization and attention to details
• Experience coordinating multiple projects and consultants
• Excellent interpersonal, team, and collaboration skills
• High quality of work that meets the needs of the department
• Knowledge of furniture products and interior architectural systems
• Ability to work in AutoCAD and produce schematic level design documents is a bonus 
• Other duties, as assigned 

Other

• All employees hired after August 2, 2021 are required to upload proof of vaccination against COVID?19, subject to approved medical or religious exemptions or disability accommodations.