Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. On a rare occasion, working outside of these hours may be needed to meet project deadlines.
Advertised Salary $48,000+ Posting Date 10/20/2025 Open until filled No Closing Date 10/24/2025 Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Proj Coord Asst-Construct I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
Provides assistance & support to other Project Managers in the Office of University Architects (OUA) as needed for successful implementation of design & construction goals for facilities, grounds, and infrastructure at the University of Georgia main campus and peripheral properties. This includes, but is not limited to, gathering and processing information regarding program requirements and program development, site and facility design development, final construction documents creation, review and critique of design and construction documents, generation and review of equipment and materials lists, and providing assistance in construction administration for a number of projects in various stages of development.

While the majority of time in this position will be spent in supporting & assisting other project managers as directed, there may be an opportunity to lead and manage some projects of smaller scope.

This position has a limited appointment which is expected to end two years after the start date. The appointment may be extended if the volume & complexity of projects continues to be high and if so desired by the OUA.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Considerable knowledge of the basic principles of architecture.
• Considerable knowledge of modern building construction methods and materials.
• Considerable knowledge of the terminology, methods, practices, and techniques of architectural drafting.
• Some knowledge of the principles and methods of surveying and inspecting sites and buildings, preparatory to planning and designing.
• Ability to prepare architectural designs, plans, and specifications, using a variety of programs.
• Basic understanding of structural principles used in developing designs for buildings.
• Ability to prepare complex schematic drawings from rough sketches and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with university personnel.
• Skill in designing alterations to buildings and structures and in preparing accurate drawings and specifications.

Physical Demands

• Sitting for long periods of time
• Visiting construction sites with rough terrain and varied weather conditions
• Driving to perform job related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Support and assist other OUA staff in tasks needed to effectively manage projects and support decision making.
• This includes tasks needed for all stages of the project from programming to project close out, such as planning, budgeting, scheduling, design, and construction of assigned projects.
• Projects may include alteration and repair to existing university buildings or new building construction projects.
• Lead and manage some projects of smaller scope.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare or assist in preparing materials needed to successfully communicate project status with USG Board of Regents staff, university leadership and personnel, design professionals, contractors, subcontractors and material and equipment vendors.
• Generation of sketches, providing comments via redlining of construction documents, assembling presentation material for digital and print display are common practices and forms of communicating ideas to others.
• Some technical drafting & the generation of construction quality drawings & specifications using AutoCAD and/or other visualization software may be needed.
• Assembling spreadsheets for furniture, materials, equipment, and providing cost/budget review & summarization for these and any other project items as requested.
• Deliver information via oral, written, and graphic communication as necessary to support project management efforts.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

• The position will assist other project managers in providing feedback and direction to the design professional and the contractor related to all facets of the project.
• Taking thorough notes and providing meeting minutes will be needed to provide record of conversations & decision making.
• The position will aid project managers in evaluation of proposals & review of services & fees.
• The employee will prepare contracts and gather/prepare other information regarding program, design, final construction documents, equipment lists and construction administration for a number of projects which are at various stages of development.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• The employee will visit and observe activity on construction sites and attend Owner-Architect-Contractor meetings to provide assistance and backup to other project managers as needed.
• The employee will take notes of observations & generate a log of items that require University follow up. Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Scott Messer Recruitment Contact Email smesser@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents