The Facility Project Manager leads the implementation and execution of various assigned construction and administrative projects on the OPC Headquarters campus. This role will oversee the planning, implementation, and completion of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget as well as adhering to appropriate safety, environmental, and fiscal policies, rules, and regulations.
- Manage and execute remodeling improvements, large-scale maintenance, and renovation projects for OPC Headquarters facilities and campus.
- Oversee the construction of new facilities, including move management, furniture allocation, and campus maintenance activities.
- Direct all project phases, including programming, engineering/design, procurement, construction administration, and budget management.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, budgetary, and scheduling goals.
- Prepare progress reports and special studies, providing research assistance as needed.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support daily departmental activities as directed by the manager.
- Ensure coordination with other active campus projects to avoid work/schedule conflicts, optimize resource allocation/usage, and minimize disruption to campus day-to-day operations.
- Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring effective prioritization and resource allocation.
Job Duties:
- Manage assigned projects, overseeing all aspects including programming, permitting, engineering, design, procurement, environmental and regulatory compliance, construction administration, quality assurance, and record management.
- Participate in engineering reviews of project designs and assist in planning for project completion.
- Solve technical and non-technical problems throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support the development and negotiation of contracts for procurement, construction, and consulting as required.
- Develop preliminary working budgets, scopes of work, and schedules for projects.
- Coordinate day-to-day activities with contractors to ensure compliance with Oglethorpe Power's safety and environmental requirements.
- Serve as the primary interface between contractors, project teams, construction sites, and upper management.
- Develop assignments, timelines, and responsibilities for team members throughout the project duration.
- Monitor project performance and recommend schedule changes, cost adjustments, or resource additions, as necessary.
- Ensure that plans for buildings, roads, and grounds (civil, architectural, mechanical, and electrical) are updated and aligned with the master plan of record.
- Coordinate work performed by outside contractors and manage their compliance with site rules, security, and safety requirements.
- Provide timely and accurate information and status updates to project sponsors, end users, and management.
- Enforce all applicable campus standards including, but not limited to, Vendor Rules for Working on Campus, OPC HQ Campus Safety & Security Standards, and OPC Electrical Installation Standards.
- Monitor team members' performance on various projects and provide feedback to the Operations & Maintenance Manager.
- Maintain inventories of facilities furnishings, finish materials, and equipment, coordinating storage and removal of items as needed.
- Approve requests for furnishings from inventory or orders as appropriate and coordinate maintenance, repair, or replacement of furnishings and building appurtenances.
- Serve as a mentor, providing guidance to Operations & Maintenance Specialists in developing project scope, schedules, and budgets.
- Participate on IERP Emergency Response Team and campus Disaster Response Team.
- Function as the Facility Spill Coordinator, ensuring appropriate responses and compliance with safety regulations.
Required Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Interior design, Business Administration, or related field.Experience: Five (5) years of experience in three or more of the following areas: Construction Management, Facilities Management, Project Management.Equivalent Experience: Ten (10) years' experience in the construction management industry with experience in the following areas: scope development, estimating, project management, contract administration, facilities maintenance, construction, and architectural design.Specialized Skills:
- Proven experience in project management, preferably in construction or facilities management.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in budget management and reporting.
Travel: Less than 5% as required by manager.