Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $68,500 - Midpoint: $89,100 (Salaried E11)

Department/Organization: 509101 - Construction Administration

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Construction Project Manager oversees construction and renovation projects from initial request to one-year inspection. Reviews all project information for accuracy and completeness. Coordinates project information with Field Coordinators to ensure project is constructed according to contract documents.

Additional Department Summary: The Construction Project Manager provides management services as the owners' representation for specific projects. Support for items such as programming, design status and reviews, schedule oversight, financial standing and quality performance of construction team for projects assigned. Provides support during the initial programming and design stages to maintain project scope and maintain open communications with the end users. Ensures proper project controls are in place to support a successful project outcome. Supports Deans, Directors, Department Heads, and other groups on developing program goals and requirements and support for recurring programs such as annual paving programs, annual student residence programs, etc. Works with internal partners, consultants, architects, engineers, general/prime contractors, subcontractors, and other agencies to support their efforts in achieving the goals of the project. Supports the Senior PM with the submission of a Project per Board Rule 415. Supports providing management with general reporting information, ensures State Bid Laws are followed and strives to continuously improve the construction operations. Coordinates project information with Field Coordinators to ensure project is constructed according to contract documents.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of construction project management experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of construction project experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must be able to carry out the physical requirements of the job which may include climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolding. Must work at heights above thirty (30) feet on a regular basis.


Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.


Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Skills and Knowledge: Must have demonstrated experience in managing multiple small projects or a single large project including budgetary responsibility and scheduling. Must have the ability to coordinate, manage, and lead multiple individuals/groups/tasks. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language. Must have an understanding of project plans, specifications and other documents. Must have a understanding of the State Bid Laws, Project Manager Manual and other annual University reports. Must be proficient with personal computers to include word processing, spreadsheets, and email applications.

Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Science, Business or related field. Experience in construction, engineering or technical field, or management.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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