Project Manager, Campus Construction
Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 11813
Full/Part Time: Full Time
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Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 04/23/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: Up to $85,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume is required.
- Cover letter is preferred.
Essential Functions
Job Summary
Responsible for setting up project success by developing scopes of work, planning projects, and managing construction activities through project close-out. Working under the general supervision of and reporting to the Director of Institutional Construction and in direct collaboration with Campus Planning, lead project definition coordination, project budget & schedule development, and customer service efforts.
Core Responsibilities
- Develops and manages a comprehensive deferred maintenance program.
- Reviews deferred maintenance project requests and determine the viability of the project(s).
- Meets with users to develop scopes of work, and develop project schedules and budgets.
- Communicates with internal stakeholders and Real Estate and Property Management (RPM) leadership by performing project analysis and reporting methodologies.
- Prepares cost estimates and obtain approvals necessary to begin a project.
- Coordinates/assists in selecting professional design firms and coordinates comments to drawings and specifications during the design process.
- Coordinates/assists in the preparation of bid documents for procurement of construction services, and the selection of contractors.
- Coordinates design review with internal Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and Project Management Team.
- Coordinates Pre-Construction Conferences.
- Ensures that design documents and construction activities comply with university standards, federal and state regulations, and applicable codes and standards.
- Reviews, processes, and approves construction-related RFIs, ASIs, cost proposals, change orders, invoices, pay applications, and other related project documents.
- Conducts team meetings, owner/architect meetings, and budget reviews.
- Monitors and complies with project budgets and schedules.
- Monitors construction for quality, coordinates punch lists and warranties and assists maintenance with warranty issues for one year.
- Coordinates inspections and the involvement of the University's trade shops and departments associated with the project.
- Schedules, coordinates and communicates utility outages. Coordinates planned construction activities with affected building occupants and UTSA service departments. Assists contractors in gaining access to occupied buildings.
- Collects and disseminates a complete set of project closeout documentation.
- Supports the Real Estate and Property Management (RPM) Team in business activities.
- Establishes and maintains effective relationships and communication with the client, construction manager, project team, consultants/architect/engineers, subcontractors, and adjacent community.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Two (2) years of experience in facilities management, project management, or construction management.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Understanding of the construction industry, job site safety requirements, contract management, planning and scheduling, budgets, building products, and relevant technology.
- High level of fluency in reading plans, specifications, and related project documents.
- Ability to utilize project management tools.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or equivalent/applicable degree.
- Master's degree from an accredited institution.
- PMP certification.
- Experience with Building codes, fire and life safety codes, procurement processes, environmental laws, and applicable state laws.
- Experience with cost estimating, scheduling, and design software.
- Experience with educational institutions, hospitals, or contractors specializing in institutional buildings.
- Experience with Design Development under the supervision of a registered architect or licensed engineer.
- Experience in a supervisory role and/or managing a project management office.
Additional Information
- UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
- This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
- Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
- Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.
Working Conditions
Working Environment:
- Usual office and construction site environments. Job duties occasionally require odd hours and weekend work.
- Conditions include working in extreme heat, inclement weather, and activities that require bending, climbing, and crawling.
- Job duties may occasionally require working at heights, in confined spaces, around rotating machinery, around energized systems, around bio-hazards, and chemicals.
- Job duties may require frequent travel to multiple university-owned campuses and leased spaces.
- Requires use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer, and calculator.
Physical Demands:
- Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
- Ability to operate carts and registered motor vehicles. Ability to don personal protective equipment (PPE) and climb ladders.
This position will be primarily located
on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.
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The University of Texas at San Antonio
April 20, 2024