- Pay
- $95–110k
- Where
- University of Baltimore
- Level
- Mid
Job Posting:
JR102246 Capital Project Manager, Facilities Management & Capital Planning (Open) Department:
UBalt Facilities Mgmt Capital Plan, PM Position Type:
Regular Open Date:
10-08-2026 Close Date:
$95,000 - $110,000
Job Description:
The Capital Project Manager serves an integral function for Facilities Management & Capital Planning by overseeing and directing the design and construction of the university’s capital construction program. This role is responsible for managing capital project budgets, tracking the campus deferred maintenance backlog and assisting the Sr Director in the development of a 10-year Capital Improvement Plan. The Capital Project Manager supervises contractors and consultants to ensure that projects are efficiently managed from conception to completion using industry-standard project management methodologies and software tools.
This position will also act as a primary contact for all internal facilities project requests and will support the leadership in identifying and implementing strategies that allow for the effective allocation of space across departments. This position provides strategic guidance on space planning and allocation, utilizing data-driven analysis to optimize space utilization across campus and support institutional growth. The Capital Project Manager promotes the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion through diverse vendor engagement and inclusive design principles, while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and environmental consciousness in the workplace.
If a conditional offer is accepted, applicants must pass a thorough background check, including fingerprinting. Based on the nature of the work, the position is primarily on-campus, with some telework possible on an as-needed basis.
Responsibilities:
Engage stakeholders across campus on facilities and campus needs and then prioritize projects and develop estimates for evaluation that will be incorporated into a 5-year capital budget that is aligned with the campus master plan. Collaborate with leadership within the facilities management office to develop strategies to address deferred maintenance of systems in occupied buildings and incorporate it into a 5-year capital budget. Work with Sr Director of FM&CP to get USM approval for capital projects by managing the submission process and working effectively with USM and other State Agencies during the review process. Facilitate conflict resolution among diverse stakeholder groups and manage projects in occupied facilities with minimal disruption to academic operations.
Work closely with Sr Director of FM&CP to represent the University's interests in long-term Capital Investment Planning strategies. Ensure all proposed endeavors align with the campus master plan and sustainability goals. Create a comprehensive communication plan to ensure stakeholders are fully informed in all aspects of each project as it develops. Implement change management processes to support smooth transitions during construction and renovation projects.
Effectively manage capital projects to meet project scope, schedule and budget requirements using industry-standard project management methodologies and software tools. Supervise contractors and outside consultants to ensure projects are delivered consistent with campus design standards and sustainability goals. Assign projects to internal staff and outside resources as needed and manage overall workload to assure timely and successful completion of projects. Monitor project spending, conduct risk assessments, note any project risks and provide monthly updates with data-driven performance metrics to Sr Director. Ensure high customer satisfaction through proactive communication and quality project delivery.
Maintain campus design standards and update as necessary to establish effective and consistent design requirements for projects that meet objectives for building functionality, sustainability, accessibility, and efficiency of…