Construction Manager

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester is seeking a Construction Manager to lead building and renovation projects across assigned areas. You will supervise project managers, planners, and coordinators, establish priorities and budgets, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining safety standards and quality.

You will collaborate with leadership on capital planning and oversee KPI reporting to ensure client satisfaction and efficient resource use in a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline and 3 years of construction experience required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with managerial skills acquired while working under a Contractor, Construction Manager or another expert in the construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs project managers, planners, and coordinators in all phases of project management to meet customer requirements.
• Directs construction supervisors, scheduler/planners, and other staff in the completion of assigned projects while maintaining project schedules and budgets.
• Reviews, approves, and audits all project requests and assigns staff to balance workload and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Reviews, approves, and oversees finalizing construction designs, drawings, and specifications to meet design standards and codes.
• Oversees staff performance, development, and coaching.
• Develops and tracks KPIs using the work management system to monitor productivity and financial accountability.

Skills

Project management

Staff supervision

Budgeting

KPI tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address)

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 900455 UF&S MC Operations

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URG 115

Compensation Range: $97,400.00 - $146,000.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all phases of construction and renovation projects in assigned area of responsibility. Sets priorities, schedules and budgets. Supervises staff, including hiring, disciplining, developing performance for staff. Ensures facility performance meets the needs of users, maintains communications with all parties involved. Maintains records for historical resource.

SCHEDULE

• Mon - Fri, 7:00am - 3:30pm

Essential Functions

• Directs project managers, planners, and coordinators in all phases of project management to meet customer requirements. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conceptual construction development, schematic design, design development, construction documents, estimating, project schedule, submittals, construction, commissioning, and close out. Works directly with leadership on short- and long-range capital planning.
• Directs construction supervisors, scheduler/planners, and other staff in the completion of assigned projects while maintaining project schedules and budgets.
• Reviews, approves, and audits all project requests and assigns the appropriate staff to ensure work load balancing. Performs routine and complex construction walk throughs to ensure safety and quality standards are being followed.
• Reviews, approves, and has oversight for finalizing construction project designs, drawings, and specifications to ensure documents meet design standards, align with proper code, and support existing building infrastructure.
• Oversees and directs work of staff employees, including hiring, performance management, setting priorities, coaching, mentoring, and staff professional development.
• Develops and tracks Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) utilizing the work management system database and custom reports to monitor productivity and financial accountability to ensure customer satisfaction for each project.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline and 3 years of construction experience required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with managerial skills acquired while working under a Contractor, Construction Manager or another expert in the construction industry preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of construction procedures, building and safety compliance and sound financial estimation skills preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Healthcare Constructor preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.