Project Manager (Full-Time)

Overview

Do you bring a minimum of 10 years managing large-scale projects, including at least 3 years within higher education facilities, and enjoy guiding complex design and construction programs?

MBP is looking for a Project Manager to support architectural/building design and construction projects for York County Community College in South Carolina. The ideal candidate offers a minimum of ten years of experience on large-scale projects, with at least three years at a higher education facility, and is ready to contribute to a multi‑year program with project contract values up to $50M.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

Lead project delivery for campus architectural and building programs across a multi‑year capital effort. Serve as a primary point of contact, providing guidance on scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with stakeholders to support project objectives. Provide design oversight and recommendations, support decision-making within established parameters, and represent MBP in client interactions to facilitate successful outcomes. Responsibilities include:

• Manage consultants and contractors across multiple projects
• Provide design oversight from planning through delivery
• Support procurement activities and related documentation
• Monitor construction and provide oversight for quality, schedule, and budget targets
• Coordinate tenants, business partners, and York County Community College departments
• Analyze and interpret technical data, reports, specifications, and engineering and architectural plans for facilities at a commercial air carrier airport
• Prepare, evaluate, monitor, and maintain complex operating budgets and capital program budgets
• Plan, organize, and direct work on complex projects involving building infrastructure and systems; promote consensus and negotiate favorable outcomes
• Research current and future trends to establish programs for existing and new buildings
• Create and meet schedules and deadlines
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files accurately
• Maintain confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

Who We Are Looking For

Experience:

• Minimum of ten years of experience on large-scale projects
• At least 3 years at a higher education facility
• Multi‑project program context at York County Community College in South Carolina, with up to $50M in project contract value over the next ten years

Qualifications

Education/Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a construction-related field (required)
• Licensed Architect or Engineer desirable but not required
• Advanced understanding of drawings and specifications
• Developing or rehabilitating building infrastructures and systems

Preferred Certifications:

• OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification (must possess or obtain within 3 months of hire)
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) certification (preferred)
• Project Management certification (desired but not required)

Skills and Abilities:

• Project planning and budgeting
• Project management best practices
• Rules, regulations, codes, and guidelines related to building construction and renovations, including fire, electric, energy, utilities, disabilities, egress, elevators, escalators, stairs, and associated permits
• Ability to work at a Higher Education environment
• Principles and practice of public sector management and administration of airport policies and procedures
• Industry standard building specifications and codes
• Design, construction, and/or maintenance of building components and finishes; electrical and lighting systems; HVAC systems; potable water and sanitary sewage (gravity and forced main systems); fire alarm and fire protection systems; utilities and communication systems
• English grammar, spelling, punctuation
• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment
• Organization and time management
• Interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignment

What We Offer:

We’re focused on providing the tools and support you need to succeed, both personally and professionally. MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees), a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses, and generous paid time off. We also provide unique perks like tuition assistance, student loan repayment, annual gym reimbursement, pet insurance, and paid volunteer time. Additional benefits include mental health resources, company-wide wellness activities, and training and development to support your professional growth. MBP also covers the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, such as your Architect or Engineer license, LEED AP, OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour, and Project Management certification.

Status: Full-time

Requirements:

• This position is contingent upon award.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.