Project Manager II Facilities Planning and Management

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The Department of Facilities Planning and Management at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Project Manager II (AD016).

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The Facilities Project Manager II manages multiple projects simultaneously from start to finish impacting the institution at large. This position manages projects that exceed the in-house threshold for the Department of Facilities Planning and Management and will contribute to the coordination and development of the 6-Year Capital Development Plan. The Project Manager II position reports to the Director of Capital Planning and Budget and collaborates with campus leadership contracted architectural and engineering service providers and various department and university staff.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Contribute to the development of the Universitys Long Range Physical Development Plan and Capital Budget Planning Submissions to UWSA

• Contribute to a plan for the coordination of elements groups and activities included in long-range facility planning including but not limited to mission statements facilities profiles and conditions programmatic impacts to facility needs and other elements as required as a part of the 6-year planning process required by UW-System administration

• Collect and integrate information about student demographics programs and staff. Analyze data and trends to incorporate into Physical Development project recommendations as appropriate

• Facilitate the information gathering from campus constituents to ensure detailed project requests and project budget worksheets are prepared to meet the required submissions and timelines for each phase of the biennial Capital Budget process that coincides with the timelines established by UW System and Department of Administration/Department of Facilities (DOA/DSF). Communicate with the campus on the various state project types budget limits and the appropriate processes and timelines for each

• Facilitate communication with applicable units and divisions to assist in establishing priorities for Capital All-Agency and Small State Projects to support university programs and activities

• Coordinate the maintenance of campus inventory data along with updating and reporting of Central Data Request (CDR) on an annual basis in accordance with UW System requirements and campus needs

Serve as a Campus Project Manager for DOA State projects (projects which exceed the in-house facility project limits) including Major Instructional All-Agency and Small Projects

• Serve as a facilities contact for assigned State Projects including Major Projects Instructional Space Projects All Agency Small Projects as well as UW Managed Gift Funded projects. Monitors progress of projects; identifies and resolves issues as they arise

• Work with end users/project design /construction team to establish project priorities tasks and ensure projects meet their milestones and objectives

• Facilitate and participate in the preparation of plans budgets specifications and schedules for State and UW Managed projects to ensure project goals are met. Communicate anticipated timelines from project inception to completion to applicable campus departments

• Serve as a liaison and facilitator between campus constituents outside contractors and DOA staff throughout the planning/design phase through the construction process to completion

• Facilitate the coordination of signage staff relocations equipment and furnishing purchases as applicable for State Projects. Manage the activities of outside contractors to ensure they are integrated into the facilities project and that the campus receives satisfactory standards of service

• Manage outside contractors to ensure they are integrated into the project and that the university receives satisfactory standards of service

Serve as a Campus Liaison for State Projects that exceed the in-house threshold

• Work to maintain a project spreadsheet of State Facilities Projects as required by UW-System and utilize it for internal and external communication throughout campus

• Contribute to the development of communications surrounding summer projects (peak construction season) to the larger campus community via the facilities website and campus-wide communication

• Key member of the Campus Space Planning Committee; providing regular feedback and reporting on the status of facilities projects and Capital Planning 6-Year Plan submissions

Website Coordinator

• Contribute to the management of the FPM and Campus Planning Web pages

• Utilize and update the campus planning website to communicate capital project updates to the campus community

Facilities Management General Operations

• Work with the Chief Facility Officer on special projects that serve the campus community as assigned

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Facilities Planning and Management

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $76000 $84000.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW Systems comprehensive benefit package review the UW SystemEmployee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of Project Management Experience

• Bachelors degree in architecture engineering facilities management business administration or related field

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic cultural and ethnic backgrounds

• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

How to Apply:

Applications received byFebruary 2 2026are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Onlycompleteapplication packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Name and contact information for three professional references

Contact Information:

For questions regarding this position please contact:
Stephanie Lederman
Administrative Assistant II

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem please contact us at or.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the universitys 11500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs online and in person from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability inclusion and career development UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit supporting the universitys arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewaters campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee Madison and Chicago offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville a town of 60000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsins Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ().

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept response to a public records request the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19 University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked prior to hire whether they have been found to have engaged in are currently under investigation for or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at .

UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.