Job Description

Build the future of a campus that serves and inspires.

At Indian River State College this role offers the opportunity to shape the physical spaces where students learn grow and succeed. As Project Manager for Facilities Operations youll lead impactful construction and capital improvement projectsfrom early planning through completionensuring they are delivered on time on budget and with lasting value to the College community.

This is a highly visible role where youll collaborate with leadership consultants and public stakeholders while helping guide the Colleges long-term facilities strategy.

About Us

Indian River State College is a leading public institution located on Floridas Treasure Coast serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are dedicated to academic excellence innovation and community engagement offering associate and bachelors degrees workforce training and continuing education programs.

At The River we believe every students and employees story matters. We value the different perspectives experiences and talents that come together on our campuses creating a learning environment and workplace thats supportive inclusive and inspiring. With flexible options online on campus and hybrid we design learning experiences that meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program open doors by providing eligible students with tuition-free access ensuring every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join the River

When you join Indian River State College you become part of a forward-thinking and supportive community where your work truly matters. Your role is more than a job; its an opportunity to shape the future uplift students and be part of a mission-driven college that is changing lives every day.

What We Offer
At Indian River State College we value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical dental vision flexible spending accounts life insurance supplemental plans and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Affordable Coverage: PPO/HMO options starting at just $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage.
• Retirement Security: Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) plus tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) options.
• Time for You: Generous paid vacation personal and sick leave to support work-life balance.
• Perks & Discounts: Reduced rates on services and tickets to local attractions.
• Growth & Development: Professional development programs leadership training and opportunities to advance your career.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under minimal guidance this position manages construction permitting compliance and facility planning for College projects. Responsibilities include coordinating engineering and architectural professionals consultants and contractors to ensure projects are completed on time within budget and in compliance with the Florida Building Code and other regulations. Oversees projects from initiation to completion including progress reports and analyses to track schedules and budgets. Conducts on-site facility audits to assess conditions and recommend improvements. Adjusts projects as needed to address unexpected challenges or changes orders. Presents design proposals and project updates to leadership donors and stakeholders.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as the primary administrative contact for Facilities and funding related topics Facilities State Reporting;
• Develops and maintains Capital Improvement Plan for annual submissions to Educational Plant Survey and FDOE;
• Assist with permitting inspections and enforcement of construction alterations repairs and demolitions to ensure compliance with the Florida Building Code and other regulations;
• Provide technical expertise in engineering architecture and construction identifying and resolving complex issues with safe efficient and cost-effective solutions;
• Develops and delivers research-based analysis reports and presentations to support key initiatives and facitate stakeholder buy-in;
• Works as college point of contact with Florida College System Risk Management Consortium (FCSRMC);
• Support the Associate Vice President in managing consultants reviewing project plans and specifications and ensuring engineering and architectural standards are met;
• Manages complex external funding reporting and expense management;
• Schedule and attend design reviews pre-bid conferences bidding processes pre-construction meetings and construction scheduling meetings;
• Participate in selecting architectural engineering and construction consultants evaluating bids and proposals and making recommendations;
• Serves as the primary internal and external point of contact coordinating communication and updates across all projects;
• Identifies new opportunities develops business cases conducts due diligence/analysis synthesizes conclusions and drives project management tactegic through implementation;
• Assist in incorporating construction-related functions into the Colleges emergency management plan including hurricane preparedness flood response and infrastructure security;
• Analyzes and synthesizes situations and data; identifies problems; and provides meaningful decision-making solutions;
• Oversees the continuous improvement and effectiveness of the Departments project management methodology related to deferred maintenance;
• Maintain and update GIS databases stormwater/utility maps and CAD archives of College buildings and facilities;
• Compiles and maintains regular status reports for ongoing and upcoming projects;
• Excellent technical communication skills - both oral and written - to support interaction with varying levels of IRSC employees consultants contractors local and State officials and external agencies from diverse socio-economic backgrounds;
• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree; three (3) years of related work experience in organization project management construction management financial or performance analysis; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job;
• Project management certification preferred;
• Valid Florida drivers license;
• Knowledge of project management and project management tools;
• Skill in working with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications including ERP systems;
• Ability to utilize current computer technology and industry-standard software (e.g. Autodesk software suite Bluebeam Procore) to access data maintain records generate and present reports and competently develop and review advanced computer modeling results and CADD generated information;
• Experience in supervising subordinates consultants contractors and other staff in the planning design and construction of capital improvement projects including preparation of preliminary and final engineering designs and construction plans cost estimates bid specifications and engineering reports;
• Thorough knowledge of construction processes procedures materials methods and equipment;
• Thorough knowledge of construction inspection methods change orders review and processing of pay requests;
• Ability to identify or make changes to projects as needed in response to unanticipated events that may affect the success of the project;
• Ability to conduct planning and design meetings pre-bid meetings pre-construction meetings construction progress meetings and inspections;
• Ability to understand planning studies and to analyze information and formulate substantive recommendations based upon such studies;
• Monitor construction schedules for expenditures and timeliness as well as compliance with capital projects budget;

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as sedentary work involving lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Additionally all employees of the College are expected to maintain professional standards of communication able to learn and apply new technology and abide by all policies and procedures. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.

Classification

Supervisory

FLSA Exempt

Employment Type

Compensation and Application Deadline