Construction Project Manager (5012)

SIU Medicine; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SIU Medicine in Springfield, Illinois is seeking a Capital Projects Manager. This role involves overseeing the planning, design, and construction phases of capital projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met effectively.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related fields and five years of relevant commercial construction management experience. Proficient knowledge of construction phases and effective communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or closely related field.
• Five years of commercial construction management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management of capital projects through all phases including planning, design, and construction.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and under budget.

Skills

Building construction knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Project management software proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

5 years of commercial construction management experience

Tools

TMA work order system

Job description

Job Overview

Under general direction, oversees the effective management of capital projects through all phases including planning, design and construction in accordance with department and university policies, procedures and processes. This position collaborates with engineers, architects, etc. to determine the specifications of each capital project.

Responsibilities

1. Completes projects on time and under budget with minimal risk.
2. Assists stakeholders, as assigned by the Director of Capital Programs, in the development of capital project budgets to ensure that project requirements are met and resources are utilized cost effectively.
3. Manages and maintains official project files to include budgets, schedules, submittals, specifications, operations, maintenance manuals, drawings, and pictures.
4. Assists in the development of project descriptions, project scopes and budgets in coordination with stakeholders and SIU School of Medicine capital programs staff.
5. Shares project information with stakeholders and other parties regarding activities and ensures that project design meets their requirements and continue to provide technical assistance and work in conjunction with the stakeholders.
6. Keeps the Director of Capital Programs apprised of project status and any problems that may arise.
7. Attends field meetings, gives presentations and conducts inspections of job sites to assess progress on assigned projects.
8. Reviews plans and specifications to ensure compliance with all applicable design requirements and with the stakeholders' programs.
9. Monitors and controls design schedule and budget to ensure that consultant keeps project design within budget.
10. Participates in bid openings, reviews analysis of bids and recommends award of contracts, based on acceptable bid(s) presented.
11. Reviews and approves invoices for design and construction progress payments.
12. Reviews and monitors construction schedules and facilitates construction progress to meet critical completion dates.
13. Reviews Requests for Proposal & Change Orders (RFP/CO) to determine justification, accuracy, coordination, estimated cost and impact on project.
14. Reviews and recommends approval of RFP/CO's and purchase orders.
15. Compiles data and prepares reports using various computer software.
16. Works with architects/engineers (A/E's), contractors and stakeholders to resolve project problems and acts as a resource to the Director of Capital Programs.
17. Obtains approvals by others and approves project substantial/final completion certifications.
18. Assists in the selection of and also manages and provides direction to contracted architectural/engineering companies to ensure the stakeholder's requirements are being achieved.
19. Assists in A/E selection.
20. Assists with training A/E's, contractors and stakeholders on SIU School of Medicine procedures and processes, rules and regulations.
21. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties cited above.
22. Assists in the development of the Facilities Management Department's capital budget proposal and project plan.
23. Develops plan to implement and review the capital program processes and practices on a regular basis for continuous quality improvement.
24. Utilizes the TMA work order system to track work assignments and enter labor and parts for the Capital Programs department.

Qualifications

Credentials to be verified by placement officer.

A Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a closely related field.

B. Five (5) years of commercial construction management experience. NOTE: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of all phases of building construction, including work commonly done by the various building crafts.
2. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and structural systems.
3. Knowledge of building materials (including costs), tools, and machines.
4. Knowledge of building codes, institutional purchasing and accounting procedures, computerized scheduling tools, and standard estimating tools.
5. Knowledge of computers- word processing, email software, calendar and scheduling software, spreadsheet software, project management software, computer aided design documents, drafting software, etc.
6. Skill in verbal and written communication, and customer relations.
7. Skill in problem solving, decision-making, and conflict and crisis management.
8. Skill in time management and organization.
9. Ability to supervise, organize and coordinate work of others.
10. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and specifications for buildings.

Condition of Employment

Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre‑employment background screenings required.