Project Manager for the Local Projects Unit

Uppsala University is seeking a project manager for the Local Projects Unit at the Building Department. Here you will work with local projects that support the university's research and education across a wide variety of facilities, ranging from high-tech laboratories to cultural heritage environments. The Building Department is responsible for the university's facility management and works to ensure that facilities are fit for purpose, cost-effective, and sustainable in the long term. The Local Projects Unit consists of six project managers and a project director, who oversee both major and minor local projects. Responsibilities As a project manager, you will lead the university's local projects through various stages, from needs analysis to implementation. The role involves close collaboration with the university's various operations and property owners. The project manager is responsible for, among other things, early-stage investigations, project planning, project economics including budgeting and follow-up, decision-making materials, and procurement of items such as furniture. The project manager represents Uppsala University throughout all stages of the local project. The work involves numerous contacts and requires strong ability to coordinate different stakeholders. Qualifications We are looking for someone with: A relevant academic degree in, for example, construction, real estate, architecture, or project management, or equivalent competence that the employer deems equivalent. Very strong ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish. Experience leading projects. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. We are looking for someone who is organized, independent, collaborative, communicative, and analytical. Desirable/Meriting Qualifications Experience with laboratory renovations Experience with procurement according to the Public Procurement Act (LOU) Experience with facility planning or strategic facility management Experience from a university, public sector organization, or other complex organization. About the Employment The position is permanent (probation may apply). Full-time position. Start date by agreement. Location: Uppsala. Information about the position is provided by: Project Director Annamaria Hartvik, 070-425 05 75, [email protected] In this recruitment, we have replaced the cover letter with questions that you answer as part of your application. Your answers will be used as part of the selection process. Welcome to submit your application by September 21, 2026, UFV-PA 2026/2495. Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,500 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of Sweden's most exciting workplaces. Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at Uppsala University https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ The employment may be subject to security clearance. Security clearance is a condition for employment, and applicants must be approved. We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance. Applications are received through Uppsala University's recruitment system. Labor representatives: Saco-S - [email protected], Seko - [email protected], ST (OFR/S) - [email protected]

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