Senior Project Manager, Housing

Position range in Grafton County $59k - $99k Per Year Senior Project Manager, Housing Dartmouth College

Occupation:

Project Management Specialists

Location:

Hanover, NH - 03755 Positions available: 1 Job #: 47310333

Source:

Recruit Military | Dartmouth College | Inside Higher Ed

Posted:

12/16/2025

Web Site:

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Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Partial Job Description. Position Information Posting date 02/28/2025 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1129237 Position Title Senior Project Manager, Housing Hiring Range Minimum $127,700 Hiring Range Maximum $150,000 Union Type Not a Union Position SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position FLSA Status Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule Location of Position Hanover, NH Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. n/a Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose The position of Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of major capital projects in a manner that promotes responsible and innovative stewardship of the Dartmouth campus. The projects will be the delivery of undergraduate housing in the form of new construction and renewal. Senior PM oversight responsibilities include planning, design, cost estimating, budget and schedule control, permitting, construction and close-out/ turnover of completed projects. Project Management Services is part of Campus Services with a focus on space management, campus and project planning, and the design and construction of campus buildings and landscapes. 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. Description Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Bachelor's degree in a related field (architecture, engineering or construction/project management) or the equivalent. Ten years in planning, design and administering major capital construction projects. Experience managing the full life cycle of project delivery including the planning and design process. Field experience on construction sites. Knowledge of LEED Certification process and/or experience with Design and construction of LEED certified buildings. Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population. Excellent communication skills. Ability to develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow projections and schedules. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Ability to work with diverse and at times opposing constituencies. Familiarity with Town, State, and Federal codes and ordinances. Familiar with property rights, easements, surveys, and other entitlements. Skills in interpreting architectural and construction contracts. Knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and regulations Familiarity with high performance building and landscape design and construction standards. Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Campus Services HR Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3323 Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Lindsay Walkinshaw, Director Undergraduate Housing Projects Department Contact's Phone Number Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. 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 are welcome from all. Background Check 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. Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Preferred, but not required Special Instructions to Applicants 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.

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//policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy Additional Instructions Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/77873 Key Accountabilities Description Management Responsibilities Coordinate the capital project delivery process from initial planning and programming through design management, construction administration, start-up, commissioning, and close-out of new construction and/or renovation projects. Facilitate effective communication throughout the project, particularly during transition of project phases. Account for the development, management, reporting and maintenance of the project budget and schedule from planning through project closeout. Inform stakeholders of project status and present capital project reports at regularly scheduled team meetings. Communicate issues affecting project program, budget, scope, timeline, or delivery. Take leadership role to resolve areas of disagreement between project stakeholders. Create and sustain an environment that fosters teamwork, excellence, respect, accountability, and diversity. Excellent communication and presentation skills including ability to represent the College independently through the project entitlement process (planning, zoning, building permit). Experience negotiating with various constituents both internally and externally. Act as a role model and mentor for other members of the project management services team, including career growth and development. Oversee field staff. Proactively recommend capital project delivery strategies and seeks to streamline process and delivery after each project. Provide support to Campus Services partners, as it relates to collaboration with the Office of Advancement and relevant donor(s) as required by project (presentation materials, donor signage, etc.) Engage with continuing education and career development to assist the department to stay aware of best practices in the industry. Percentage Of Time 25 Description Planning/ Programming/ Design Management Manage and direct all design-phase activities including strong design management through the conceptual design, schematic design, and design development phases of work. Manage the project design team and College stakeholders to support development of construction documents consistent with the approved project scope and budget. Coordinate the development and review of design documents at each phase of planning and design. Support design team activities and facilitates timely decision making. Participate as a senior member of a team of professionals in early project planning and programming. Is able to negotiate and resolve confrontational issues as they arise. Identify, scope, and manage relevant enabling work/projects and swing space requirements. Percentage Of Time 25 Description Construction/ Close-Out/ Operations Turnover Management Oversee the College's project field staff and oversees consistent project management pract...