Project Manager

The Facilities Assistant Mechanical Engineer will work under the guidance of experienced mechanical engineering staff, collaborating with project managers and design professionals to troubleshoot, research, and engineer/ design facilities systems and controls for both the Fairbanks and remote campuses. Employees benefit from professional development and training support, enjoy a fun and friendly atmosphere with a predictable schedule, and engage in a variety of ongoing building and facilities projects that keep the work interesting. No two projects are ever the same!

The Mission of Design and Construction is to define, plan, and develop the infrastructure, land, and facilities to meet the needs of the university and the community, and to provide engineering support for the maintenance, operations, design, and construction divisions of Facilities Services. The functional units within Design and Construction are Project Management, Facilities Engineering and AutoCad Support.

The DDC team is responsible for planning and developing all UAF infrastructure and facilities to meet the educational and research needs of our vibrant university and community. The Facilities Assistant Mechanical Engineer will work under the guidance of experienced mechanical engineering staff, collaborating with project managers and design professionals to troubleshoot, research, and engineer/ design facilities systems and controls for both the Fairbanks and remote campuses. Employees benefit from professional development and training support, enjoy a fun and friendly atmosphere with a predictable schedule, and engage in a variety of ongoing building and facilities projects that keep the work interesting. No two projects are ever the same!

To succeed in this role, the candidate must have experience in managing capital construction projects. This includes program development, project planning, design, bidding, construction, and administration during the warranty period. Project Managers at UAF should possess a blend of knowledge and experience in budget management, procurement laws, modern construction techniques, and engineering judgment, all within a post-secondary education setting. Candidates should have experience managing multiple concurrent projects ranging in value from several thousand to several million dollars. Strong interpersonal and computer skills are also preferred.

The knowledge of a project manager encompasses a broad range of topics, including project programming, scheduling, the design of educational and research facilities, engineering and architectural principles, building and life safety codes, regulations, and statutes. They also need a comprehensive understanding of contract law, construction specifications, and technology, along with a strong grasp of project administration and budgeting. Additionally, extensive knowledge of architecture and engineering contracting procedures for public entities is essential.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor of Science degree in any engineering discipline or architecture, with professional registration in the State of Alaska is preferred, or the ability to obtain registration within 12 months of employment. A combination of advanced education and extensive experience in a design and construction management role is also acceptable, with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience as a construction contract manager in a department with functions similar to UAF Facilities Services Design and Construction.

A valid driver's license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.

Position Details:

This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 82, based on education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. 

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Facilities Services HR Coordinator, at UAF-FSHR@alaska.edu or (907) 474-2651.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.