SENIOR FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER

Museum of Science, Boston

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Who We Are: The Museum of Science is dedicated to inspiring a lifelong love of science in everyone. We are committed to inclusivity, innovation, and education, serving diverse communities through our exhibits, programs, and outreach efforts.

Why We Need You: T he Senior Facilities Project Manager will be responsible for collaborating with the Director of Facilities in order to successfully deliver projects with minimum negative impact on the Museum. These projects will vary in size and scope and each will necessitate working with various employees and contractors of the Museum. The senior project manager will be responsible for carrying a project forward to successful completion while keeping the Director of Facilities informed and involved on a daily basis.

What You'll Do:

Working closely with Director of Facilities you will be managing components of an annual $ 4.0 million expense budget and up to a $10 million capital project budget . Projects being managed will typically range from $ 50k to $ 1M and interface heavily with the building mechanical systems.
Projects will need to be seamlessly interfaced with the Museums physical plant, consisting of 1,000,000 square feet of museum property, consisting of 7 multi-purpose buildings including a 5 level parking garage, Planetarium, Omni Theater, exhibits, programs, and office areas as well as four animal living areas.
Interface with up to 50 Museum employees and contractors who will be supporting projects
Responsible for understanding the building electrical systems (9 million kWh of electricity delivered at 13,800 volts) and steam systems (25 million 1bm of steam delivered at 20 psi) as part of Museum construction and renovation projects.
Responsible for understanding building systems - which include natural gas boilers (340 therms annually), 1000 tons of chilled water, 11 high voltage distribution stations, a 400 kW of generators and a 50 kW UPS, fire suppression and alarm, 11 elevators/escalators, environmental controls and a 500+point computer operated building management system - as part of Museum construction and renovation projects.
On occasion be called upon to interface with Museum Board Members via. Physical Facilities Committee and Environmental Sustainability and Green Building Teams.
Responsible for working with various Museum teams in order to seamlessly integrate your projects during and after business hours, 365 days per year, while minimizing negative impact on the visitors experience.
Act as day to day on-site coordinator on construction and/or facility related projects as directed. Working with the Director of Facilities, review submittals from contractors, assist consultants, conduct pre-bid and pre-construction meetings. Responsible for the day to day communication with contractors, consultants, In-house maintenance staff, and the Museum community about the impact and progress of projects as it affects them for assigned projects.
In collaboration with Director of Facilities, the project manager will be responsible for the development of bid documents as well as the solicitation and the review of bid proposals. Responsible for managing the project plan, working closely with assigned Museum staff and contractors
On a day to day basis, oversee architects, engineers, public agencies and contractors for assigned projects.
Process change orders and keep Director of Facilities informed of any major ch anges, iss ues as well as potential problem resolution . Inspect ongoing and completed work, and ensuring that project details are completed.
In collaboration with the Director of Facilities, protect the Museum's interests and image by supporting and enforcing Museum policies, procedures and initiatives and serving as a positive Museum representative to the internal and external communities. This includes a significant Museum focus on sustainability and accessibility, through education as well as building systems and maintenance.
Responsible for responding to emergency incidents on the property that may be a threat to the safety of staff, guests, and property. Emergency incidents include but are not limited to bomb threats, fire alarms, natural disasters, power or equipment failure, building evacuations and other crisis' as defined in the Museum's Emergency Preparedness and Management Plan (EPAMP)
Be on call 24 hours a day to ensure continuous operation of facility systems. May be required to work weekends, holidays and overtime as requested by management.

What You Need To Succeed:

Need To Have:

Technical experience and working knowledge with relevant environmental systems, utility systems and field support for all phases of project execution (scoping to commissioning).
Ability to develop RFPs, provide drawings and analytical calculations for projects.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, specifications and sketches.
Familiarity with building codes and other government regulations.
Experience with financial analysis, project planning and budgets.
Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse portfolio of major construction projects.
Excellent communication skills including technical writing, presentation skills and ability to interface with diverse staff and guests.
Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, AutoCAD (or equivalent) and other job related computer programs.

Nice To Have:

Working knowledge with building management systems is preferred.
Knowledge of and experience with building electrical and life safety operation and maintenance.
Experience working with equipment that supports climate controlled environments is preferred.
Working knowledge of sustainability & accessibility standards & procedures
PMP certification

REPORTS TO:

Director, Facilities

BENEFITS:

Benefits for full-time, exempt (salaried) staff include: free parking, T accessibility, commuter spending account, 23 vacation days, 12 holidays, 10 sick days, medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, retirement and savings plan, health care/dependent care flex spending plan, a Museum Membership, employee discounts, employee referral program, tuition assistance, professional development, direct deposit, free admission, free Duck Tours, discounted movie passes, and much more!

The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

No phone inquiries, please. Qualified applicants will be contacted within two to four weeks of initial application.

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