UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA WILMINGTON Capital Project Manager, Informal Projects (Pooled Position) in Wilmington, NC

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Capital Project Manager, Informal Projects (Pooled Position)
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PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
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This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA).

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Benefits of Working at UNCW
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.

As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.
Hiring Range Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.
Working Title Capital Project Manager, Informal Projects (Pooled Position)
External Link to Posting
Vacancy Number E1534
Position Number 6408
Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus
Home Department Project Design and Management - 35230
Division Business Affairs - 35000 Division
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The primary purpose of the Capital Project Manager for Informal Projects is to oversee construction services for university projects up to $500,000. This role includes responsibilities such as estimating, budgeting, bidding, inspections, and fiscal management. This position will report directly to the Director of Project Management and will be located within the Office of Facilities. Work may require considerable public contact to explain standards, processes, procedures, and regulations.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
  • An advanced understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and their installations.
  • Ability to perform quality control inspections to deliver the intent of the project’s design.
  • Ability to manage and mitigate the project’s schedule and budget with consultants, designers, and/or contractors.
  • Working knowledge of HVAC and electrical controls commissioning.
  • Experience with new construction and renovation pertaining to Athletic/Recreation Center facilities, Classroom and/or Research Laboratories, Food Service venues, and other technical projects.
  • Experience with Title IX as it applies to athletic facilities construction.
  • Act as liaison for Facilities pertaining to Athletic/Recreation Center facilities, Classroom and/or Research Laboratories, Food Service venues, and other technical projects.
Required Certifications or Licensures
N/A
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The primary purpose of the organizational unit is to provide services to university departments in the areas of project design, plans, and specifications, project estimates and management, construction services and CAD and GIS services.
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings Multi-Positions
Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Months Per Year 12 Months
FTE 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Type of Position Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions
Job Posting Date 05/01/2026
Posting Close Date 05/21/2026
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Posting Specific Questions

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  1. - How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW (2026)
    • UNCW Website
    • UNCW LinkedIn Page
    • UNCW X Account (formerly Twitter)
    • UNCW Employee Referral
    • UNCW Instagram Account (UNCWjobs)
    • UNCW Job Alert
    • Chronical of Higher Education
    • Glassdoor
    • Higher Ed Jobs
    • Indeed
    • Inside Higher Ed
    • North Carolina Job Network
    • Craigslist
    • Career Events/Job Fairs
    • Billboards/Marquee
    • Other
  2. - If you selected "Other" to the question above, please explain how you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if not applicable.

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The primary purpose of the Capital Project Manager for Informal Projects is to oversee construction services for university projects up to $500,000. This role includes responsibilities such as estimating, budgeting, bidding, inspections, and fiscal management. This position will report directly to the Director of Project Management and will be located within the Office of Facilities. Work may require considerable public contact to explain standards, processes, procedures, and regulations. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience An advanced understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and their installations. Ability to perform quality control inspections to deliver the intent of the project’s design. Ability to manage and mitigate the project’s schedule and budget with consultants, designers, and/or contractors. Working knowledge of HVAC and electrical controls commissioning. Experience with new construction and renovation pertaining to Athletic/ Recreation Center facilities, Classroom and/or Research Laboratories, Food Service venues, and other technical projects. Experience with Title IX as it applies to athletic facilities construction. Act as liaison for Facilities pertaining to Athletic/ Recreation Center facilities, Classroom and/or Research Laboratories, Food Service venues, and other technical projects. Required Certifications or Licensures N/ A Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The primary purpose of the organizational unit is to provide services to university departments in the areas of project design, plans, and specifications, project estimates and management, construction services and CAD and GIS services. College/ School Information University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M. B. A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R 2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969. EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Number of Openings Multi-Positions Special Notes to Applicants PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59 PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date.
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