Construction Services Project Manager (40 Hour)

Introduction

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services, Real Estate and Construction Services Division is now seeking an ambitious and motivated Construction Services Project Manager in Hartford, CT.

What We Can Offer You :

• Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company : 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work / life balance to all employees.

Position Details :

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday schedule on first shift, preferred hours 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 00 PM
• Hybrid position (telework and in office)
• Alternative Work Schedule available
• Primary Office Location : 450 Columbus Blvd in Hartford, CT

The Role :

• Project Planning : Develop comprehensive plans for construction or renovation projects, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Design Oversight : Coordinate with architects, engineers, and designers to ensure that project designs meet state requirements, standards, and goals.
• Construction Management : Supervise and manage the construction or renovation process, ensuring adherence to plans, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Budget Management : Monitor and control project budgets, track expenses, and manage financial resources to ensure projects stay within allocated funds.
• Contract Administration : Oversee and manage contracts with contractors, vendors, and consultants, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Stakeholder Communication : Serve as the main point of contact between state agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders, facilitating clear communication and addressing any issues or concerns.
• Risk Management : Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines and budgets.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure all projects comply with state and federal regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.
• Quality Assurance : Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure construction work meets or exceeds required standards.
• Reporting and Documentation : Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, and performance metrics, for internal and external reporting purposes.
• Team Coordination : Collaborate with the four teams within the Construction Services Project Management unit to coordinate efforts and share resources effectively.
• Portfolio Oversight : Manage and oversee a large portfolio of projects, valued at over $1,500,000,000, on behalf of 24 state agencies, ensuring alignment with overall strategic goals.

Selection Plan

To Apply :

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening.

You must specify your qualifications on your application.

• The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
• Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying.

Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Administrative Services this class is accountable for managing, directing and overseeing the entire operation of assigned design and construction projects from initial plans through design and construction to occupancy of facilities and post-occupancy evaluations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Ensures department meets objectives of agency project program including size, quality and schedule;
• Makes arrangements for utilization and oversees work of both external and internal resources such as architects, engineers, consultants and inspection personnel for each project;
• Coordinates contacts with client agencies to determine and meet their needs and manages all phases of projects from inception through design and construction up to and including furnishing and occupancy;
• Conducts project planning conference with client agency to determine scope of project and services required;
• Responsible for monitoring and overseeing project budgets and ensuring projects costs remain within budget;
• Ensures compliance to codes, permits, etc. through resource group;
• Ensures timely resolution of construction problems;
• Coordinates with agency for timely occupancy;
• Arranges and conducts post-occupancy evaluations;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of principles, practices and methods of large scale building design and construction;
• Knowledge of state design codes and national standards;
• Skills in interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and negotiating skills;
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports; Mathematical ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years of experience in the design and construction of commercial, industrial or institutional structures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have included responsibility for contract negotiations and coordination of architectural, engineering, cost review, equipment and physical operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in architecture, engineering or construction management may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience overseeing all phases of non-residential vertical construction projects from bidding through final acceptance
• Experience using Construction Project Management Software for scheduling and financial tracking

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a Professional Architect or Engineer License.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from construction site environments.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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