Design & Construction Owner's Representative II

Design & Construction Owner's Representative II

The Design & Construction Owner's Representative II (Construction Project Manager II) is responsible for managing a portfolio of moderate to complex Capital Improvement (building and infrastructure construction) Projects ranging up to $250,000,000 from conceptualization through completion, across the University system. Responsibilities revolve around three primary functions : team leadership, project execution - maintaining project scope (program and University-wide), schedule, and budget, while mitigating risk, and communication.

Team Leadership (30%) : This position is responsible to lead a project team, or co-lead when teamed, for Capital Improvement Projects ranging up to $250,000,000. The Project Manager is the point of contact in providing the necessary guidance for all team members involved in each project. The project team includes : University Clients, University Internal Partners, other University Project Managers (in cases of teaming arrangements), Contractors, and Vendors. Responsibilities for team leadership include : building relationships with and engaging clients and stakeholders; monitoring adherence to scope, schedule and budget; keeping CPM leadership informed; providing consistent project delivery throughout CPM project management; teaming with Design Project Managers and other CPM Team Members, as well as Planners, providing oversight and guidance.

Project Execution (40%) : This position is responsible for representing the University's interests during all phases of the design and construction process, with an emphasis on construction documents, guaranteed maximum price or bidding, construction, occupancy and project closeout. The Project Manager will also provide secondary continuity on the project during the design phase when teamed with a Design Project Manager. Responsibilities for project execution include : procurement, team management, contract management, evaluation of the work, budget and schedule management, and documentation.

Communication (30%) : This position manages the flow of information and communication between parties and requires constant and accurate communication in order to successfully plan, execute and complete each Capital Improvement Project. There are many facets and variables to each construction project along with a team of participants including both internal partners and external vendors. Effective communication is essential to maintaining continuity throughout the project duration and achieving the desired end result. Responsibilities for communication include : leading construction progress meetings; timely and concise explanation of issues and decision details; leading advisory committee meetings to review scope, schedule and budget; engaging internal partners for input and document review; ensuring accurate and updated information and reports in Unifier; ensuring accurate and timely Project Executive Committees, COG and Regents Submittals; ensuring CPM leadership is informed of significant developments on a timely basis.

This position reports to the Manager of Construction, Project Delivery group. This position would operate out of an office environment and will also include exposure to a construction site environment.

Minimum Qualifications : Four-year degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related discipline, and eight years of experience in institutional / commercial / industrial construction. An equivalent amount of experience and education to a total of ten years may be considered. Demonstrated success managing to scope, schedule and budget for mid- to large complex construction projects. Work experience must include direct project management experience. Personal computer experience with strong computer skills in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics presentation for Windows (MS Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience working with confidential and sensitive information is required.

Preferred Qualifications : Public...