Manager, Facilities Projects

Direct and coordinate outside contractors/consultants and internal University departments in the execution of facilities improvement projects. Prepare and assist in the preparation of drawings and cost estimates for university-related construction projects. Inspect, review, and approve work of contractors and other University personnel along with project submittals, drawings, and related paperwork/correspondences. Handle state permitting processes from submittal to arrangement of related inspections.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, construction managers, contractors, University departments, and various governing agencies to manage the execution of facilities improvement projects (35%).
• Direct contractors and construction/design professionals to achieve satisfactory performance. Inspect construction sites to confirm compliance with contract provisions and applicable codes (25%).
• Review construction documents to assure compliance with university standards and specific program requirements and design intent. Examine drawings and evaluate specifications prepared by outside consultants to appropriately manage projects and minimize University exposure to extra charges (20%).
• Review and approve project submittals, including shop drawings, schedules, pay applications, and other correspondence (10%).
• Perform other duties as assigned (10%).

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in facilities management, design, and construction administration.
• Knowledge of design, building codes, project budgets and estimating, building systems, permitting, and construction techniques.
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and computer-aided drafting software.
• Four years of the above experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Some college courses or high school diploma and training in a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Leadership

Direct supervision and evaluation of work as a first-line supervisor over non-exempt staff including hiring, terminating, and disciplining; or functional guidance and/or project leadership over exempt staff engaged in recurring activities.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical effort required involving long periods of standing, walking on rough surfaces, bending, and/or stooping.
• Periodic lifting of moderately heavy items (over 25 lbs. — 50 lbs.).
• Standard working environment with possible minor inconveniences due to occasional noise, crowded working conditions, and/or minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems.
• Near continuous use (>70% of the time) of a video display terminal.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Benefits

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