Extra Help Capital Construction Project Manager - Facilities & Services
University of Illinois

Extra Help Capital Construction Project Manager - Facilities & Services

Capital Programs

Job Summary
Responsible for the scope, budget, and schedule management, contract administration, design and construction execution on assigned campus projects from cradle to grave. Project budgets typically range between $500,000 to $5,000,000 and project scopes identified as medium complexity. Responsible for administration of the established design, construction, and post-construction phase services provided to the campus by the Capital Programs Division. Accountable to ensure completing all projects on time, on budget and to a satisfied customer and to the expected quality parameters.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead design and construction execution, including scope, budget, contracts, and schedule which have been established during the planning phase of capital projects. Responsibilities begin during the design phase of projects and must participate during planning and design, review development project requirements, and support with the selection of project consultants.
• Manage procurement of construction services and construction execution including contract document(s) administration, budget and schedule management, and project closeout while maintaining the University's requirements for project quality, cost and time.
• Lead the preparation and implementation of F&S Project Management policies and procedures related to capital delivery.
• Supervise and coordinate those project management services associated with all capital improvements including, but not limited to, project budgeting, procurement of professional and construction services, and all construction activities.
• Accountable for the procedures/protocol for administration of contract documentation: bond documentation, certificate of insurance documentation, review of draft documents required for approval by the Board of Trustees, review of contracts for contractors and architects/engineer, pay application review, etc.
• Responsible for preparation and implementation of F&S policies and procedures related to project management.
• Administer project conceptualization development with other professionals and administrators.
• Coordinate activities with the Capital Development Board for design, construction, project delivery, and partnering.
• Assist with the preparation of the scope of professional services required for each project
• Lead the approved process for the selection of construction managers, and other contractors to be recommended for employment by the University or Capital Development Board.
• Direct the development of pre-construction, and construction Professional Services Agreements for construction managers, and other contractors, and a standard format regarding the scope of professional services. Coordinate the scope of professional services required for each project with the Senior Project Manager and/or Associate Director(s).
• Monitor and review of federal, state, and University rules and regulations affecting contract administration and procurement of professional services and materials and labor for new construction, remodeling, renovation, and minor repairs.
• Accountable for completing projects on time and on budget for complex capital construction projects.
• Lead contract dispute resolution efforts with contractors and construction managers on his/her projects.
• Lead difficult negotiations with construction vendors to ensure best value for the University.
• Take corrective actions and make decisions as necessary to improve performance of delayed projects.
• Utilize his/her best interpersonal skills to coordinate and mitigate multiple personal risks among several stakeholders.
• Predict project risks and take the appropriate mitigating measures before they occur.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years (24 months) of commercial construction management experience. 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• CCM and/or PMP

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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

Rate of Pay:

The rate of pay for Extra Help Capital Construction Project Manager - Facilities & Services positions start at $43.50 per hour and increases based on level of work. The rate of pay is determined by the job description submitted by the department.

Work Schedule:

We offer short or long-term assignments up to 900 hours, which is about 6-months of full-time work. Employees can work either full or partial days and full or partial weeks.

Extra Help Positions:

Extra Help employees are appointed to fulfill casual or emergent needs within units. The amount of time for which services are needed is not usually predictable and payment for work performed is on an hourly basis and based on actual hours worked. Extra Help employees do not receive holiday pay or paid sick or vacation leave.

Extra Help employees are required by State Universities Civil Service System rules to take a 30-calendar-day break after working 900 hours. At the end of the 30 days, you may begin another 900-hour employment cycle in a new position if available. Working Extra Help will in no way affect any other employment opportunities with the University of Illinois, including your position on and Civil Service register.

Application Procedures:

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 26, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Application instructions can be found at the following link: https://humanresources.illinois.edu/assets/docs/How-to-Apply-Instructions.pdf

Questions:

If you have additional questions regarding this Extra Help position, please contact Ken McCray at klmccray@illinois.edu.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1027751
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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