Facilities Project Manager
Apply NowCompany: Knoxville Utilities Board
Location: Knoxville, TN 37918
Description:
Salary: $58,900.00 - $101,600.00 Annually
Location : 612 Concord Street Knoxville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time/Regular
Job Number: 00810
Department: Properties
Opening Date: 03/14/2025
Closing Date: 3/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Classification: Engineering Project Coordinator
Work Hours: 40+ hours / week: M - F some nights and weekends
About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 501,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
About the Role: The Facilities Project Manager oversees all aspects of various facility maintenance and improvement projects; coordinates work activities of contractors, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure satisfactory delivery of assigned projects; tracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators and prepares and delivers reports to management; selects, negotiates with, and manages contracts, service agreements, and work authorizations of external consultants or vendors in accordance with KUB Procurement guidelines.
Other duties of the Facilities Project Manager include, but are not limited to:
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Physical demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and / or exceed those demands described above. Must be able to climb steps.
Minimum Requirements:
Preferred Requirements:
Selection Process
About the Selection Process:
Phase 1 - Apply online at www.kub.org
Phase 2 - Experience, training, and education evaluation
Phase 3 - Interview with department representatives
Phase 4 - Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
Phase 5 - Background Investigation
Phase 6 - Physical assessment and/or drug screen*
*KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program
If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.
Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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If you would like to attach a resume to your application, please make sure it is attached in the "Attachments" section.
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If you answered "Career/Job Fair," Employee Referral," or "Other" to the 'how did you first hear about this opportunity' question, please include details here. If 'no,' please type "N/A" in the text box.
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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
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Describe your reasons for leaving your jobs within the past seven years.
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Have you Interviewed with KUB in the past? If so, for what position?
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Describe why you are interested in this position and working at KUB.
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Describe your experience most pertinent to this position.
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If selected for this position, what is your minimum required hourly rate?
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Location : 612 Concord Street Knoxville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time/Regular
Job Number: 00810
Department: Properties
Opening Date: 03/14/2025
Closing Date: 3/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Classification: Engineering Project Coordinator
Work Hours: 40+ hours / week: M - F some nights and weekends
About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 501,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
About the Role: The Facilities Project Manager oversees all aspects of various facility maintenance and improvement projects; coordinates work activities of contractors, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure satisfactory delivery of assigned projects; tracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators and prepares and delivers reports to management; selects, negotiates with, and manages contracts, service agreements, and work authorizations of external consultants or vendors in accordance with KUB Procurement guidelines.
Other duties of the Facilities Project Manager include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the development of project scope of work, budget, and timeline for various facility projects
- Solicit and select contractors, related consultants, and suppliers
- Communicate and provide reports and presentations outlining the project status to management
- Adhere to all KUB Safety requirements and initiatives
- Represent KUB to ensure all code compliance is obtained
- Review and analyze change order requests
- Review and approve invoices and contractor requests for payment
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Physical demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and / or exceed those demands described above. Must be able to climb steps.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- General knowledge of project management
- Strong communication skills
- General knowledge of construction methodologies
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
Preferred Requirements:
- 5+ years of related work experience in construction, energy, or facilities management
- Prior experience leading, supervising, or inspecting
- Ability to manage multiple projects/assignments
- 2+ years of experience with projects involving HVAC systems, Building Maintenance and Remodeling, General Construction, and Facilities
- Ability to read construction drawings and understand technical aspects of construction
Selection Process
About the Selection Process:
Phase 1 - Apply online at www.kub.org
Phase 2 - Experience, training, and education evaluation
Phase 3 - Interview with department representatives
Phase 4 - Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
Phase 5 - Background Investigation
Phase 6 - Physical assessment and/or drug screen*
*KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program
If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.
Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Generous health benefits with low premiums and deductibles
- Benefits start day 1
- Competitive 401(k) contribution and match
- PTO available for use after your first payday
- 11 paid holidays
- Free financial advising
- Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
- Employee physical & mental wellness programs
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If you would like to attach a resume to your application, please make sure it is attached in the "Attachments" section.
- Yes; I have attached my resume to my application.
- No; I'm not attaching a resume to my application.
02
If you answered "Career/Job Fair," Employee Referral," or "Other" to the 'how did you first hear about this opportunity' question, please include details here. If 'no,' please type "N/A" in the text box.
03
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
04
Describe your reasons for leaving your jobs within the past seven years.
05
Have you Interviewed with KUB in the past? If so, for what position?
06
Describe why you are interested in this position and working at KUB.
07
Describe your experience most pertinent to this position.
08
If selected for this position, what is your minimum required hourly rate?
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