Capital Project Manager- Mechanical

This position manages capital projects of moderate to high complexity for Planning, Design and Construction from project initiation through closeout with limited supervisory oversight. The Project Manager - Mechanical performs the full range of project coordination duties, serves as the University's project management representative for assigned LSU-managed projects, and supports Facility Planning and Control project delivery activities. Responsibilities include project planning and programming; design and consultant coordination; budget development and oversight; funding, procurement, and schedule management; construction and contract administration; stakeholder engagement; occupancy, relocation, and FF&E implementation; regulatory coordination; and project closeout. The Project Manager coordinates with University departments, consultants, contractors, vendors, Purchasing, regulatory agencies, and Planning, Design and Construction leadership to deliver projects consistent with University goals, standards, policies, approved budgets, and schedules; represent the University's interests throughout the project life cycle; and resolve project-related issues within delegated authority. In-state travel, including some overnight stays, may be required for projects at other LSU campus locations.

Bachelor's degree with 3 year mechanical design experience.

Mechanical system design experience shall include HVAC fire protection and plumbing. Applicants shall be experienced with building construction codes and State Fire Marshall requirements in regard to mechanical design. Experience in Autocad, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Valid Driver's License

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

5 years experience in the design and project management of mechanical systems for facilities.

• This position is considered operational essential and may be asked to work during an official closure but is otherwise not required to report to the physical campus during a closure and whose absence does not present a risk to the safety, resources, and well-being of the campus per FASOP HR-01.
  
  

Professional Licensure in Mechanical Engineering

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.