Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

This position will support the Office for Socially Engaged Practice to provide expertise, technical assistance, and project management for community-driven projects and initiatives in the St. Louis region. This position will have the opportunity to lead design/build projects and assist Sam Fox faculty who are engaged with community design research, projects, and/or installations.

The ideal candidate will be able to manage community design partnerships, including but not limited to the supervising on-site construction, direct contractors and vendors, obtain regulatory approvals, prepare and manage project schedules and budgets.

The project manager will be able to verbally and digitally communicate design concepts to a variety of stakeholders including community organizations, individuals, partners, and faculty. Assist in other related OSEP operational and programming when appropriate.

The Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts at Washington University in St. Louis is a unique collaboration in architecture, art, and design education within the context of an internationally recognized research university. Comprising the College of Architecture and Graduate School of Architecture & Urban Design, the College and Graduate School of Art, and the Mildred Lane Kemper Museum, the Sam Fox School offers a depth of professional education in conjunction with one of the premier university art museums. The School has a strong commitment to social justice, environmental justice, and community-based work, and supports a diverse population of approximately 225 graduate students and 530 undergraduate students in the school.

Job Description

Design Build Project Coordination & Management

• Develop project roadmap from project concept to installation with community stakeholders.
• Prepare project schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate and supervise construction activities.
• Ability to develop preliminary project cost estimates including materials and labor costs.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and cost tracking reports.
• Direct field personnel to achieve completion of the project on schedule.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Has working knowledge of local and national building codes and permitting.
• Can problem-solve in the field during installation.

Faculty Assistance & Research

• Provides technical expertise to faculty members on design/build initiatives and projects.
• Conducts research on materials and processes to enhance engagement, collaboration, and sustainable practices for design/build projects and installations.

Administration

• This position will support the Associate Director in managing and directing the funds associated with Sam Fox Design/Build projects and installations.
• They will have direct oversight and responsibility for individual project budgets, including the purchase of materials, tools, and consultants services, as appropriate for project implementation and construction.
• This position will have use of a Procard to use for project related purchasing.
• Prepares annual reports and evaluations of Design/Build initiatives.
• Works closely with the OSEP leadership and Sam Fox Business Office to coordinate and initiate project financial transactions and regularly monitor project financial accounts.
• Responsible for entering transactions and project related expense reports.
• Assists with year-end accounting and office reporting.
• Assists in maintaining OSEP database.
• Conducts project audits and evaluations for all projects and initiatives.

Grants & Contracts

• Identifies internal and external grant opportunities to assist OSEP/ Sam Fox design/build initiatives.
• Works with OSEP and WashU General Counsel to create and execute contracts and MOUâ™s for project partnerships.

Outreach & Dissemination

• Creates a process to document the design process, engagement, and final installations.
• Identifies relevant opportunity venues to disseminate and share the design process and final installations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Dust, Dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements.
• Requires extensive safety training.
• Exposure to moving machinery.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
• Occasional lifting (<25lbs).
• Ability to move on and off-campus locations.

Equipment

• Office equipment.
• Operate a motor vehicle.
• Simple hand tools.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Design Project Management (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license and good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree - Architecture, Master's degree - Architecture

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Construction (1 Year)

Skills:

Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Art Fabrication, AutoCAD 3D, Autodesk Revit, College Teaching, Community Outreach, Construction, Construction Administration Services, Construction Project Administration, Controlling Budgets, Effective Written Communication, Exhibitions Management, Graduate Level Teaching, Installation Art, Landscape Architecture, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Public Art, Public Design, Purchasing Processes, RhinoCAM, SketchUp 3D Modeling, Urban Design

Grade

G10

Salary Range

$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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