Maintenance Construction Manager

About the role

The Maintenance Construction Manager manages facilities maintenance and construction projects primarily utilizing contracted construction providers, but also limited in-house trades and professionals. Projects include both emergency and non-emergency needs required for the department and the university to be successful and meet its operational expectations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and has primary responsibility and accountability for management of the day-to-day planned, recurring projects at all campuses;
• Oversees the work of consultants, vendors, and/or contractors;
• Manages and assists with the coordination of contractors, in-house assets, and building occupants on assigned projects;
• Maintains current project information and database specific to construction projects;
• Manages project timelines, ensuring completion within prescribed timeframes;
• Tracks and monitors budgets, and provides recommendations and advice related to budget development and forecasting of construction projects;
• Serves as the liaison between outside agencies, inspectors, end users, and contractors to address questions, concerns, and complaints related to construction projects;
• Keeps in constant contact with contractor(s) throughout projects to verify that work being performed is satisfactory, meets established workmanship standards, and is of high quality, and uses the proper equipment and materials;
• Presents information and recommendations to the senior management team;
• Prepares reports and correspondence, including providing appropriate status updates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Journey license in at least one trade;
• Typically, four years of experience in construction project planning, management, and oversight;
• Significant full-time professional experience in facilities maintenance and projects, with an understanding of keeping buildings and systems in operation and open for use;
• Experience in the maintenance and operation of modern, comprehensive, computerized work orders and building monitor systems;
• Experience with the development and control of budgets and cash flow for projects;
• Experience in selecting, negotiating, and managing professional services contracts;
• Knowledge of the theories and practices of construction project management and engineering, including design, scheduling, and fiscal and technical administration of construction projects in a commercial building environment;
• Knowledge of related national, state, county, local, and university regulations, directives, policies, and/or codes relevant to construction projects;
• Demonstrated knowledge in the management of various trades, facilities management, and/or construction;
• Demonstrated knowledge in the maintenance, operation, and replacement of building systems and equipment;
• Proficiency in the use of technology and data compilation, analysis, and reporting;
• Ability to review and analyze blueprints, construction plans, and specifications for higher education facilities;
• Ability to effectively lead teams in multiple construction projects, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards;
• Ability to facilitate meetings and/or present information to groups regarding construction projects;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with governing officials, contractors, and end users;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to solve problems strategically and tactically, and use good judgment in making decisions;
• Ability to effectively manage time and schedule operations to maximize efficiency;
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, and evaluate personnel;
• Must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator’s license that meets all of GMU’s requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason’s Vehicle Use Policy 1411.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field;
• Master's license;
• Professional Engineer (PE) license;
• Typically, seven years of managing projects utilizing multiple trades and contractors, and having responsibility for projects from initial need through implementation and completion of the projects.