Project Manager, Construction
University Of Miami
Miami, FL · Posted August 26, 2026
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About the job
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The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Full-time Project Manager, Construction to work in Miami, Florida.
The Project Manager, Construction oversees and directs the construction management of assigned project(s). Further, the Project Manager, Construction serves as liaison between the institution and outside contractors and designers to ensure projects are completed in a timely fashion.
Core Responsibilities:
1. Generates project status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to contract specifications. 2. Provides construction budgets for analysis and provides periodic budget updates. 3. Formulates schedules for each phase of construction and inputs into master project schedule. 4. Works with staff engineers to formalize construction documents. 5. Facilitates the bidding process, receives qualified bids, and prepares a bid summary analysis. 6. Prepares contract documentation in forms and amounts acceptable to lenders. 7. Inspects project(s) periodically to ensure compliance and schedules status meetings. 8. Reviews and approves consultant invoices from architects, engineers, and special inspectors. 9. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required Architecture, Engineering, Construction preferred
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Full time
Employee Type: Staff