Senior Construction Project Manager - Research Facilities

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Base: $99,309 - $114,205; bonus/equity: not specif...
Managing research facility construction projects
Specialized research facility systems expertise
Construction project lifecycle management
The Senior Construction Project Manager role advances the University’s excellence in research by delivering state-of-the-art laboratories and specialized research environments that are safe, compliant, reliable, and sustainable

Job Summary

  • The Senior Construction Project Manager role advances the University’s excellence in research by delivering state-of-the-art laboratories and specialized research environments that are safe, compliant, reliable, and sustainable.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with benefits including health insurance contributions, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.
  • This position requires coordination among multiple stakeholders and management of specialized systems such as HVAC, cleanrooms, and biosafety containment to ensure regulatory readiness and operational handoff.

Matching Summary

The Senior Construction Project Manager role advances the University’s excellence in research by delivering state-of-the-art laboratories and specialized research environments that are safe, compliant, reliable, and sustainable.

Salary

Base: $99,309 - $114,205; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Managing research facility construction projects
  • Specialized research facility systems expertise
  • Construction project lifecycle management
  • Multidisciplinary team leadership
  • Phased construction in occupied facilities
  • Construction documentation tools proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Project Management Professional certification
  • Experience with complex building systems commissioning
  • Knowledge of construction codes and standards
  • Strong budget and schedule control skills
  • Familiarity with research facility compliance standards
  • Ability to manage stakeholder expectations

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • At least five years managing research facility projects
  • Expertise in HVAC and biosafety containment systems
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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