Facilities Project Management Specialist 2 (7077) Job #84192 - The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)

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The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) in both the College of Engineering and the Division of Computing Data Science and Society, is the largest department on the Berkeley campus consisting of over 130 faculty, adjunct, active emeriti and PIR appointments, 3,400+ undergraduates both in the College of Engineering and Letters and Science, 650+ graduate students, and 60+ staff members. EECS programs are consistently ranked in the top three by many measures, including U.S. News & World Report's national and global ranking. Annual operating budget, not including research expenditures for EECS, is $37+ million.

The Facilities Project Management Specialist assists the EECS Director of Facilities on all projects. With regular guidance, manages small and capital design and construction projects. Oversees and ensures that all training and close-out documents meet the contract requirements and are properly turned over to the appropriate entity. The incumbent manages project reviews for conformance to regulatory requirements and organization policies, and takes initiative to make recommendations to modify construction and design contracts to incorporate the needs of the project closeout and training.

**This is a one-year contract appointment**

The First Review Date for this job is: 2/19/26 - Open until filled

25% Supports and assists the EECS Director of Facilities on all projects and operations from the planning and design phase, including, but not limited to, reviewing project progress, assisting with inspections, drafting, and reviewing project schedules, budgets, construction documents, estimates, facility utility reviews, contractor access, etc.

25% Coordinates, monitors, and tracks small projects, critical maintenance, custodial, grounds, and other service requests for Campus Facilities Services, as well as for other outside vendors or organizations working on assigned EECS facilities.

15% Sequences and schedules work of skilled trades/vendors/contractors availability to ensure completion of work within defined timelines and budgetary constraints. Identifies and coordinates necessary action to correct faulty work, or to meet new job parameters. Maintains a thorough understanding of the scope of each project/repair for specific trades assigned.

10% Serve as the primary contact for all occupants regarding project and maintenance impacts, including faculty, staff, graduate students, post-docs, and instructional spaces.

10% Perform organizational and administrative activities not directly related to projects, including serving on organizational committees representing the department or unit.

5% Supports the review of cost estimates. Prepares for review and calculates project estimates for timeliness, labor, materials, and budgets using the skill trades or contractors/external vendors, if applicable. Working with the FS PM, verifies construction budget, finalizes funding sources, and makes recommendations for project specifications and cost discrepancies. Proposes alternative strategies to achieve the intended outcome while meeting budgetary and/or time constraints.

5% Oversees and ensures all project training and close-out, operational documentation meet the contract requirement.

5% Other Duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration, and California Building Codes.
• Skills to develop project scope and drawings.
• Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and project management software. Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including effective negotiation skills.
• Good organizational and analytical skills. Detail-oriented to accurately proofread contracts and other documents.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors and maintain compliance with the agreed-upon scope of work and budget.
• Ability to work with cross-functional departments to meet the facilities' needs of EECS.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

• The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $75,000 - $90,000.

• This is a one-year contract position. Contract positions may be extended based on operational demand. Contract positions are eligible to participate in the health and welfare programs offered by UC Berkeley.

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As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

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