Job Details

Facilities Project Manager

Requisition Number: 69214
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 05-Jan-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Housing and Dining Facilities group with the University of Colorado, Boulder is accepting applications for a Facilities Project Manager! This position is responsible for acting as a Project Manager for capital construction, renovation, and maintenance projects while providing clean, safe, comfortable, well-maintained living, working, and studying facilities for students, faculty, and staff in support of CU-Boulder's educational mission. The role manages the full project lifecycle [initiation, planning, design, construction, and close-out] while ensuring compliance with University and State standards. This position also contributes to HFS-wide process improvement initiatives, implements sustainable design practices, and supports strategic decisions through project execution.
The Facilities Project Manager position plans, assigns, coordinates and is responsible for contractor's and subcontractor's work on various repair, remodel, and capital improvement projects; prepares written documents, specifications, and drawings for these various projects, as well as, supervises this type of work as performed by professional architects, engineers, and contractors; and oversees between 10 - 20 ongoing capital and maintenance projects within the Housing Facilities Services (HFS) portfolio of 24 residence halls, 6 family housing complexes, 7 dining/retail venues and auxiliary buildings. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Division of Student Life consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.
The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like center for assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing and technology solutions.
With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.
Housing Facilities Services (HFS) is a comprehensive facility management operation that provides around-the-clock support to over 10,000 residents and 20,000 conference guests annually. Services include maintenance, repair, renovation, project management, capital construction, housekeeping and grounds-keeping operations. HFS has approximately 190 full-time employees and approximately 80 part-time and student staff, who all strive to give residents the best living experience possible.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Project Management

• Assess customer needs for facility modifications, upgrades, and improvements, and develop action plans with defined scope, schedule, and budget.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the HFS Design & Project Management team and campus partners (e.g., Student Life, Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities Management, OIT, Parking Services, etc) to ensure compliance with university standards and requirements.
• Evaluate alternatives, make recommendations, and gather data for proposed remodels, repairs, and capital improvements. Communicate approved changes to consultants and contractors for implementation.
• Prepare State of Colorado contractual documents, process change orders, and review invoices and payment applications.
• Coordinate with campus partners to achieve programmatic goals and successful project outcomes.
• Interview and assist in selecting consultants and contractors for assigned projects.
• Develop scope documents for smaller projects, identify funding sources, and lead design reviews with campus partners to ensure compliance with programmatic and material requirements. Incorporate feedback into construction documents.
• Manage risk by identifying and mitigating operational, financial, and compliance risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Administer design by organizing and leading design workshops, page-turn sessions, and review meetings with multi-disciplinary teams, to refine plans and maintain alignment with objectives and quality standards.
• Resolve disputes through mediation, coordinate with leadership on raised issues, and negotiate change requests from consultants, clients, and contractors to ensure compliance with codes and policies while achieving consensus with campus partners.

Student Life Liaison

• Serve as the Owner's Representative for Student Life, ensuring inclusion and implementation of State, Departmental, and University standards and criteria across all project phases.
• Coordinate requirements from the State of Colorado and University regulatory entities with contractors and subcontractors. Analyze scope changes driven by regulatory compliance for programmatic and budgetary impact, and clearly communicate those impacts to senior leadership.
• Chair bid openings, lead site walks, and manage meetings with design consultants and contractors. Propose and implement contract addenda and schedule adjustments as needed.
• Maintain strong working relationships with HFS Zone Operations Managers to ensure proper coordination of work with operational requirements.
• Act as construction manager on smaller projects by coordinating and scheduling trades, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, and ensuring timely execution.
• Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills by providing clear, timely feedback, listening actively, and fostering a team-oriented environment.

Leadership and Strategy

• Contribute to HFS-wide process improvement initiatives and support strategic decision-making through project delivery and performance insights.
• Provide informal mentoring and onboarding support for new team members to strengthen internal talent development.
• Promote sustainable design practices and innovative solutions aligned with CU Boulder's climate action and decarbonization goals.

Budget, Finance, and Analysis

• Maintain accurate electronic and hard-copy project records, including schedules, manuals, warranty documents, contracts, and drawings.
• Develop preliminary cost estimates, budgets, and schedules; update regularly and identify additional funding needs or alternative sources in coordination with Student Affairs Finance.
• Review consultant and contractor compliance with approved budgets and schedules.
• Manage project budget development with customers, review change order requests, finalize budgets, and recommend alternatives to address budget constraints. Ensure alignment on Owner-generated or required changes with campus partners.
• Analyze scope revisions for programmatic success, budget compliance, and proper implementation by consultants and contractors.
• Use software tools (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project) to prepare and distribute information on scopes, schedules, budgets, and work plans to campus partners.
• The use of a University vehicle is required for the performance of some of these duties.

What You Should Know

• The anticipated shift for this position is from Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (in office/on campus).
• This position operates University vehicles and requires a Driver's License in good standing.

What We Can Offer

• The salary range is $70,900 to $86,700 annually.
• Onboarding assistance is available within Student Life division guidelines.

Benefits


At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.


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What We Require

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least three years of experience in project management and/or construction management.

What You Will Need

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project) and other tools for project tracking and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer service and maintain high levels of client satisfaction.
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by January 5, 2026, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.


To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Facilities-Project-Manager/69214







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