University of Connecticut

Location: StorrsCT 06269 Document ID: A9034-37U7 Posted on: 2015-01-2301/23/2015 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
Minimum Education: Bachelors2015-02-22
 

Project Manager (Facilities Professional II -UCP 7

Project Manager (Facilities Professional II -UCP 7)

Academic Renovations

University of Connecticut

 

Academic Renovations is seeking a Project Manager (Facilities Professional II) to manage and coordinate renovation projects in a fast-paced, dynamic renovation/construction environment and serve as a technical representative and resource to contractors and University departments.  The successful candidate will be expected to manage all aspects of approved renovation projects at Storrs and the regional campuses from inception through completion for the Academic Renovations (AR) department. 

 

This position is primarily responsible for ensuring projects are constructed on accordance with project design, schedule and budget.  The Project Manager monitors and inspects projects performed on University property with responsibility to assure that contracted work is in compliance with contract terms and obligations while ensuring that contractors adhere to safety programs and standards.  The Project Manager must be able and experienced at making quick, independent and informed decisions on a regular basis regarding contracted Task Labor Services needs including trades personnel, materials, budget, timelines and scheduling; and coordinate with the Task Labor Services General Contractor’s on-site supervisor to make specific requests, i.e. trade personnel, work assignments, materials, etc. in order to effectively support multiple, on-going renovation projects and accommodate for unplanned and/or unexpected changes. 

 

The Project Manager serves as the on-site liaison and continuously interacts during all phases of projects with internal customers including faculty, administrative staff, building services managers, Facilities Operations managers and trades personnel, and others as required.  The incumbent in this positon will be responsible for responding to inquiries, requests and complaints while keeping department management informed of issues as necessary; coordinate with University offices and departments as needed for assistance, input and compliance purposes such as Office of the Fire Marshal and Building Inspectors, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), Planning, Architectural & Engineering Services (PAES), Procurement Services and Central Stores; and perform related duties as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
  • Minimum of five years’ experience in the commercial renovation/construction industry, with demonstrated commercial construction project management experience. 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of building design, building modifications and construction building materials. 
  • Ability to read and interpret project schedules, budgets and schematic drawings and specifications. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to work collaboratively with all level of staff including senior management and key stakeholders. 
  • Ability to supervise staff, organize and coordinate the work of others, and regularly set and manage time-sensitive priorities. 
  • Must be capable of working efficiently under critical deadlines while handling tasks simultaneously in a busy environment. 
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. 
  • Demonstrated ability to work without supervision and independently resolve problems of a highly technical and administrative nature. 
  • Must be proficient in the use of computers and have skills in MS Office applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and databases.   
  • Must have reliable and available transportation.  
  • Must be willing and able to be on-call to report to work during emergency closures, inclement weather or for significant events that effect campus operations.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business or related field.
  • Experience in commercial project management in a higher education or similar institution environment. 
  • Demonstrated experience estimating resource hours, materials and sequencing for maintenance tasks. 
  • Demonstrated experience in procurement of commercial construction materials, materials management, materials purchasing, inventory control and working with supply vendors. 
  • Experience working with State of Connecticut procurement statutes and regulations or other public procurement environment, prevailing wage statutes and professional services contracts.  
  • Demonstrated knowledge of State of Connecticut building and fire codes, OSHA and Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) regulations. 
  • Experience using Project Management software, AutoCad or Filemaker Pro and strong technical skills to work with database programs and/or enterprise applications. 
  • Connecticut Trade License or Project Management Certificate.

 

Physical Requirements:  Incumbents must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, kneel, reach above the shoulder, stand and/or walk for long periods of time.  May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary.

 

This is a full-time, permanent position.  Salary range will be commensurate with background and experience.

 

Qualified applicants please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three (3) professional references via Husky Hire at www.jobs.uconn.edu.  Please identify in your cover letter Search #2015324 and ensure your application materials demonstrate how you meet the stated minimum qualifications and any of the preferred you may have.  Screening will begin immediately. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.  The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.