Senior Project Manager

Wellesley College - Wellesley, MA

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Wellesley, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Project Manager at Wellesley College is responsible for overseeing large capital construction projects, particularly in a higher education setting. This role requires extensive experience in project management, including managing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder coordination. The ideal candidate will lead projects focused on renovation and construction, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while providing guidance to junior staff members.

Responsibilities

• Customer/Stakeholder coordination
• Meeting preparation and facilitation
• Budget Tracking and Management
• Project Schedule Coordination
• Designer and Contractor selection and management
• Submittal and RFI Review/Processing
• Bidding process management
• Occupant move-in and/or relocation
• Guidance and support of junior staff

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management
• 15-20 years of experience in construction, architecture, and/or engineering
• High level of customer service experience, particularly in an institutional setting
• Sophisticated project management skills including developing schedules, budgets, project controls, managing contracts, negotiations, and client relations
• Demonstrated record of on-time and on-budget projects
• Organized and pays attention to details
• Ability to coordinate multiple complex tasks
• Ability to work in Procore (or similar project management software), AutoCAD, MS Project, and Excel
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, team, and collaboration skills

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with project management software systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact well with others
• Experience in a fast-paced workplace
• Adept at multi-tasking

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage
• Free parking on campus
• Paid vacations, personal days, sick time, and holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Hybrid work environment for select positions
• Caregiving support through Wellthy
• Legal plan insurance
• Pet insurance discount
• Continuing training and pathways for growth
• Tuition benefits and resources for student loan forgiveness
• Free use of athletic and fitness facilities
• Access to cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston