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Capital Project Manager- Mechanical at Louisiana State University

Capital Project Manager- Mechanical

Louisiana State University · CA, US

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Capital Project Manager- Mechanical

Louisiana State University · CA, US

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About the Role

This position manages capital projects of moderate to high complexity for Planning, Design and Construction from project initiation through closeout with limited supervisory oversight. The Project Manager - Mechanical performs the full range of project coordination duties, serves as the University's project management representative for assigned LSU-managed projects, and supports Facility Planning and Control project delivery activities.

Responsibilities

  • Manages capital projects of moderate to high complexity from project initiation through closeout and warranty.
  • Establishes and maintains project scope, schedule, budget, funding coordination, procurement strategy, risk management, and overall delivery approach.
  • Leads LSU-managed mechanical projects and supports Facility Planning and Control Project Managers.
  • Coordinates internal and external project teams, manages operational impacts and stakeholder expectations.
  • Represents the University in resolving project issues consistent with University policy and delegated authority.
  • Reviews project progress and proactively identifies and resolves issues affecting scope, cost, schedule, quality, or University operations.
  • Manages consultants, engineers, contractors, vendors, and other external service providers throughout project phases.
  • Serves as the University's representative during construction and coordinates issue resolution.
  • Monitors project progress, schedules, costs, delays, payment requests, change orders, submittals, field conditions, quality, and compliance.
  • Coordinates owner-provided and not-in-contract work, utility interruptions, contractor access, parking, staging, site logistics, and other implementation requirements.
  • Leads stakeholder and end-user coordination, including project programming, scope development, client communication, facility and space planning, occupancy planning, and departmental relocations.
  • Facilitates planning and design discussions, with particular consideration of mechanical system requirements, operational impacts, and utility needs.
  • Develops and monitors project budgets, tracks commitments and expenditures.
  • Coordinates designer contracting, consultant procurement, construction procurement, project-related purchasing, and applicable approvals.
  • Oversees FF&E planning, budgeting, specification development, purchasing coordination, installation, signage, way finding, and other implementation activities.
  • Maintains communication throughout the project lifecycle to align project decisions with institutional goals, operational requirements, approved scope, budget, and schedule.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 3 years mechanical design experience.
  • Mechanical system design experience shall include HVAC fire protection and plumbing.
  • Experience with building construction codes and State Fire Marshall requirements in regard to mechanical design.
  • Experience in Autocad, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment.

Skills

  • Mechanical design
  • HVAC
  • Fire protection
  • Plumbing
  • Building construction codes
  • State Fire Marshall requirements
  • Autocad
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Project management
  • Budget development
  • Procurement
  • Schedule management
  • Contract administration
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • FF&E implementation

Location

  • 0100 Planning, Design and Construction

Work Type

  • Professional / Unclassified

Experience Level

  • 3 year mechanical design experience
  • 5 years experience in the design and project management of mechanical systems for facilities

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Benefits

  • LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

About the Company

  • LSU values skills, experience, and expertise.
  • LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity

  • LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.