Assistant Project Manager
Dartmouth College

Posting date:

09/13/2024

Yes

1129005

Assistant Project Manager

FOM

$65,000

$81,000

Not a Union Position

Not an SEIU Position

Exempt

Regular Full Time

12

40

Hanover, NH

Onsite only

No

n/a

No

The Assistant Project Manager will work in a supporting role while assisting project managers on all aspects of capital project delivery. Major capital projects (larger than $25M) are typically led by a senior project manager and require day-to-day support of an assistant project manager. The position often requires the facilitation and management of project documentation and record keeping as well as on-site observations, milestone tracking, and reporting. This position requires close collaboration and interaction with multiple contacts in the divisions and departments across the College as well as outside vendors, contractors and municipal agencies.

Project Management Services is part of Campus Services with a focus on the design and construction of campus buildings and grounds. Dartmouth facilities include over 5 million square feet of space in 165 buildings, serving over 6,000 students and 4,000 faculty and staff in a variety of academic, research, administrative, athletic, and residential spaces.

Bachelors plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

• BS/BA in planning, architecture, engineering, construction, or other relevant discipline.
• Minimum two years' work experience in project management, construction, design, engineering, or related field working in a client facing role.
• Knowledge of construction administration principles.
• Solutions-oriented, team player who has a "can-do" attitude and who is confident in their ability to reach solutions in a dynamic process.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver excellent client service on multiple assignments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Experience using eBuilder, Procore, Adobe Suite and Bluebeam
• Experience using scheduling software such as Microsoft Project (or similar).

Campus Services Human Resources

603-646-3323

Patrick O'Hern, Senior Director Project Management Services

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Preferred, but not required

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

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Project Manager Support

• Assist Project Managers in all phases of project management including design, construction, permitting, occupancy, quality control, staffing, scheduling and budget management.
• Understand contract terms, conditions and requirements.
• Effectively manage a variety of work to required standards of quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Thoroughly review, interpret, and understand the project specifications and contract drawings; and evaluate project documents for compliance with owner quality expectations and contractual requirements.
• Assist in development of project schedules and milestones.
• Participate in project meetings to document project progress and record minutes.
• Help to manage the day-to-day oversight and operations related to the project, including interfacing with the project team members.
• Interact with team members using effective and respectful communication.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to oversee owner vendors and third-party consultants with the A/E/C team.
• Evaluate change orders from the Contractor, and additional service requests from consultants.
• General expectations:
  • Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
  • Managing Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
  • Judgement - Making good and timely recommendations/decisions that keep the project and organization moving forward.
  • Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Manages conflict - Handles conflict situations effectively.
  • Ensure Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
  • Drive Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
  • Instills trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

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Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division-wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
• Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of cultural, belonging and inclusion across the division. Collaborates, when appropriate, on other DEI-related initiatives within the division and College.

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.