Construction Project Manager I

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a Construction Project Manager I to assist in capital project management across planning, development, design, construction, close-out, and warranty phases. You will ensure compliance with Owner’s Project Requirements, campus standards, and contract documents while providing project QA during construction for complex projects exceeding $10 million.

You will interface with faculty, staff, administrators, project representatives, consultants,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years design and construction experience.
• Experience with projects exceeding $10 million.
• Experience can be substituted for the education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-planning phase cost estimates and space requirements.
• Develop RFQ / RFP to procure delivery method and coordinate design meetings.
• Facilitate reviews of contract documents and compliance with codes and standards.
• Provide support to track progress and ensure QA during construction.

Skills

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Revit

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S06122P

Position Title

Department

Location

Location Arlington

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

• Requires occasional evening or weekend hours.

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Job Summary

The Construction Project Manager I will assist in capital project management operations during the planning, development, design, construction, close-out, and warranty phases. They will ensure projects comply with the Owner’s Project Requirements, campus standards, and contract documents and provide project quality assurance during construction. The project portfolio will include complex mid- to large-sized higher education academic and research buildings exceeding $10 million. This position is required to interface with faculty, staff, and administrators from a variety of colleges and departments, project representatives, and various professional consultants, contractors, vendors, and other related parties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• During Project Pre-planning Phase:
  • Assist in preliminary cost per gross square foot estimates to determine Total Project Costs.
  • Assist in the development of building space requirements.
  • Prepare UT System requirements to initiate a new project.
  • Assist in the discussion to determine procurement method.
• During Planning Phase:
  • Develop RFQ / RFP to procure the selected delivery method.
  • Coordinate programming and design meetings with project team and UTA stakeholders.
  • Facilitate information exchange ( UTA guideline specification, UT System guideline specification, UTA stakeholder requirements) for specific building types.
  • Assist in the preparation of submittals and approval process for Capital Improvement Plan preparation, Board of Regents, and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
  • Facilitate timely review of contract documents by UT System’s Office of Capital Projects and Campus engineers and consultants at Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Document phases of the work.
  • Facilitate timely reviews of accessibility, building and fire code compliance, Storm Water Pollution Protection Plan, Historically Under-Utilized Business plan, and SECO to avoid delays to the project.
  • Assist in the review of design and construction contracts, changes, technical service contracts, Guaranteed Maximum Price submittals, bid documents, pay applications, etc. Facilitate UT System approvals as required.
• During construction phase:
  • Provide support to Construction Project management staff to track progress and to assure compliance with Board of Regents Rules & Regulation and applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations. Provide Quality Assurance.
• Stay current in Codes and Regulations applicable to design and construction, including International Building Codes, NFPA 101, TDLR , OSHA , ADA , ASHRAE 90.1, SWPPP , and any special requirements of the building type (e.g., research labs, special campus project types, etc.) or the local jurisdictions.
• Performs other duties assigned, for example, internal OFM projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or a equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
• Minimum of two (2) years design and construction experience.
• Experience with projects exceeding $10 million.
• Experience can be substituted for the education requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years experience in the design and construction fields.
• Licensed architect or engineer with five (5) years experience in the design and construction fields.
• Involved with projects exceeding $10 million from the preliminary design phase through construction completion.
• Experience can be substituted for the education/licensure requirement.
• This position requires a Texas Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License and three (3) years of acceptable driving history.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and experience with appropriate computer applications, such as MS Office Suite, MS Project, Revit, and AutoCad.
• An overall understanding of the construction process.
• Must possess the ability to read and navigate construction documents, RFI’s, and submittals.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail] .

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Maximum Number of References Accepted 3

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD or equivalent
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • None/less than 3 years
  • 3 to 4 years
  • 5 to 6 years
  • 7 years or more
• * Do you possess a valid Texas Class C operator driver's license or any other states equivalent to driving a personal vehicle?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents
  • Resume or CV
• Optional Documents
  • Cover/Interest Letter

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