Sr. Project/Construction Manager

Sr Project / Construction Mgr

Requisition ID

req29304

Working Title

Sr. Project / Construction Manager

Position Grade

Position Summary

Please note, the For Best Consideration Date has been extended to 5 / 31 / 2024.

TheUniversity of New Mexico's (UNM) Facilities, Design & Construction (FDC)seeks a Senior Project / Construction Manager to join our vibrant, committed teamof professionals who support the built environment at UNM.

The Senior Project / Construction Manager will manage all aspects and lead theexecution of multiple UNM capital improvement projects.

UNM FDC provides seamless delivery of professionalsupport services to internal clients using best practices in capital projectplanning, development, and construction.

UNM offers an outstandingBenefits Package, including :

• Four (4) weeks of vacation annually
• Paid holidays and sick leave
• Health (medical, dental, and vision) benefits for employees and their family
• Retirement benefits through NM Education Retirement Bureau
• Tuition benefits for staff, additional education benefits to spouses / domestic partners, and dependent children of eligible employees and retirees
• Life insurance benefits and more

How we work :

• Currently, FDC is working a hybrid schedule; this may fluctuate in the future.
• FDC is committed to training, education, and support in areas where prior experience can be enhanced.
• We value a healthy work-life balance for our staff!

Duties of the Senior Project Construction Manager include, but arenot limited to :

• Managing all aspects of assigned University capital improvement projects, from project programming through occupancy;
• Leading the execution of multiple capital projects : ensuring goals are met on time and within budget, working either independently or as a project team member;
• Performing cost and schedule management and assessing project risk;
• Managing FDC project management personnel;
• Implementing systems, procedures, and policies that support optimum staff performance in the department.

Theideal candidate will have work experience demonstrating the following :

• Excellent leadership skills, project and personnel management in addition to their own capital projects;
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders, clients and consultants;
• A high level of expertise in cost and schedule management.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 9 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as architecture, engineering, construction management, or management;
• Strong supervisory experience and skills;
• Exceptional critical / generative thinking skills and ability to problem-solve independently;
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills operating at a high level of integrity;
• Experience with multiple project delivery systems;
• Knowledge of and experience working with New Mexico Procurement Code;
• Experience working with senior executive administration and executive clients.

Additional Requirements

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Capital Projects Office (250A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Term End Date

Status

Exempt

$4,551.73 - $7,000.00 Monthly; Salary Dependent on Education and Experience

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions.

For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

For Best Consideration Date

5 / 31 / 2024

Eligible for Remote Work

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Hybrid remote, in office 2-3 days per week.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete the online application, include a cover letter, include a current resume, and provide (3) supervisory references.

Be sure to include your full professional employment history.1) Complete the official online application.2) Cover Letter - Please attach a cover letter that describes why you want this job.

Address how your qualifications and work experience match the position and the preferred qualifications detailed in this job advertisement.

3) Resume - Please attach your current resume. Your resume should include a complete work history with beginning and ending dates (month / year).

4) References - Applicants must provide names and contact information for at least three (3) supervisory references with your application materials.

References will not be contacted without the permission of the applicant.Your cover letter, resume, and references should be uploaded as a PDF file.

Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and / or verification of prior employment.

For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.