Construction/Project Manager

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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities.

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Planning & Capital Construction

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Summary of Job Duties :

The Construction / Project Manager will liaise with design consultants, contractors, University employees, and other areas as required.

This position coordinates meetings and other activities with user committees, consultants, contractors, planners, and others.

This position must be able to read and interpret construction plans and specifications and review plans and specifications for constructability and viability.

The Construction / Project Manager provides surveillance and oversight over major and minor construction projects on campus and handles construction project management administration including contracts, project schedules, payment applications, change orders, warranty, and close-out documentation.

This position will also inspect completed buildings and construction projects for compliance and acceptability. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency / institution policy.

Qualifications :

Required Education & / or Experience :

• The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture, or a related field;
• Minimum 5 years of related experience as a Project Manager in construction, engineering, architecture or a related field;

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) may be considered in lieu of a degree. Certified PMP must have a minimum of 5 years of related experience as a Project Manager in construction, engineering, architecture or a related field.

Preferred Education & / or Experience :

Experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity;

At least eight or more years of experience in the construction industry as a project manager or leading a project management team.

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

Act as a liaison between various members of construction teams, and end users of campus spaces;

Review plans and specifications for accuracy, completeness of data, and compliance with existing

• codes, University standards, and requirements;
• Assure accurate and timely construction reviews to minimize change orders;
• Monitoring of Construction projects, keeping daily written logs, and preparing reports as required;
• Conduct daily site visits to make sure work in progress meets University’s expectations;

Meet with the Director of Planning & Constructions and Facilities Management teams to conduct

• Review of proposed work to be done on campus;
• Develop meeting agendas, and provides meeting notes and regular updates to clients;

Manage all aspects of minor projects, including cost estimating, client meetings, project

development, design, and oversight of construction;

Assure preparation of requests for proposals, requests for qualifications, invitations for bids, and

other solicitation documents;

Serve as contract administrator and project manager on minor construction projects that are

handled through various construction vendors;

Prepares and reviews schedules for new projects as they are confirmed and clients are ready

to proceed;

Performs all necessary bidding procedures for campus projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Knowledge of all aspects of construction site safety;
• Knowledge and familiarity with current sustainability principles;
• Knowledge of the supervisory practices and procedures;
• Knowledge of building construction techniques, materials, and costs;
• Knowledge of construction budget development;
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of skilled trade workers;
• Ability to conduct on-site inspections of buildings to determine the quality and progress of ongoing operations;
• Ability to interpret blueprints and building specifications;

Ability to develop construction plans, procedures, and budgets.

Additional Information :

Please upload all required documents before submitting your application.

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply :

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Lance Bennings, Director of Planning, Design & Construction, UA at Little Rock,

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment.

Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and / or drug screening.

Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position.

Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity).

Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.

S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity :

Balancing, Climbing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity :

Driving, Sitting

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