The University of Texas at Austin is hiring two key roles within its Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) department: a Mechanical Engineer Project Manager and an Electrical Engineer Project Manager. These on-site positions join the Infrastructure team, managing critical campus-wide projects—from HVAC and chilled water systems to electrical utility upgrades—that directly support UT Austin’s mission of research, innovation, and student success. With over $2 billion in capital improvements underway, each role contributes to the design and delivery of high-impact infrastructure across one of the most forward-thinking universities in the country. Reporting to the Team Lead for Infrastructure, you’ll join a humble, supportive team culture with a strong focus on collaboration, professional development, internal advancement, and educational opportunities—with relocation assistance available. At UT Austin, you're not just building systems—you’re building a legacy.

Another Source’s client, The University of Texas at Austin, is recruiting an Electrical Engineer Project Manager to join their Infrastructure team within the Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) department.    This role is critical to the successful execution of highly technical, mission-critical infrastructure projects that impact the entire campus. 

Internally titled Project Manager 3 - Electrical Engineer

About the University of Texas at Austin:   

UT Austin is internationally recognized for its academic excellence and cutting-edge research. With over $2 billion in capital projects currently underway, the university’s Planning, Design and Construction team is shaping the future of one of the largest and most innovative campuses in the U.S. Learn more about the department: https://construction.utexas.edu 

The Role: 

• Lead electrical construction and renovation projects for campus infrastructure, including new construction, system upgrades, and utility improvements. 

• Provide project management from concept through completion, including scope, design coordination, budget, procurement, schedule tracking, construction oversight, and stakeholder communication. 

• Manage both major (≥ $10M) and minor (< $10M) capital improvement projects. 

• Collaborate with internal departments, contractors, consultants, and state/regulatory agencies. 

• Ensure compliance with codes, safety standards, and university design and construction guidelines. 

• Use tools such as MS Project, FAMIS, and Microsoft Office Suite to document and track project status. 

• Mentor junior project managers and support professional development across the team.  

Required Qualifications:   

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution 

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing engineering design and construction projects (institutional or commercial) 

• Experience with: 

• Contract documents (plans, specs) 

• Construction bidding and contract negotiation 

• Life safety and building codes, including NFPA 101, IBC, ASHRAE, IECC, ADA, Texas Accessibility Standards 

• Software: MS Project, Excel, Word 

Preferred Qualification:

• EIT or Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas, or eligibility for reciprocity 

What’s in it for you? 

Working at UT Austin means contributing to something greater—impacting students, research, and innovation through the built environment. 

The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000 - $123,000 if you have a Professional Engineer (PE) license. If you do not have a PE, the salary is $112,000.

Relocation assistance is available.

Outstanding benefits, including: 

• Medical, dental, vision insurance 

• State retirement plan (TRS) or optional 401(k)/403(b) with employer match 

• Paid holidays and vacation 

• Tuition assistance 

• Wellness programs and more 

https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards.  

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