Sr Project/Construction Mgr

The University of New Mexico's (UNM) Facilities, Design &
Construction (FDC) department seeks a Senior Project/Construction Manager to
join our vibrant, committed team of professionals who support the built
environment at UNM's campuses across the state. UNM FDC provides seamless
delivery of professional support services to internal clients using best
practices in capital project planning, development, and construction.

The Sr.
Project/Construction Manager will:

• Manage all aspects of assigned
  university capital improvement projects from initial scoping and programming through
  completion and occupancy; facilitate, coordinate, and lead the execution of
  multiple, major and minor capital projects to ensure that project goals are met
  on-time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain project job files; directly responsible for
  scope, budget, and schedule development of assigned projects, and tracking of
  project schedule, budget, and project risks. Review, negotiate, and process change requests and change orders.
• Oversee procurement of project design consultants, contractors,
  vendors, and suppliers.
• Manage project design, bids, construction, and move-in
  for internal clients to ensure design/function is achieved and consistent with
  overall institutional guidelines and standards.
• Perform quality control
  inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications, institutional
  standards, and industry standards.
• Coordinate and manage activities of consultants, contractors, vendor
  personnel, and suppliers: monitor contracts for compliance and cost control.
• Directly manage FDC Project/Construction Managers, and/or Associate
  Project/Construction Managers to provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship
  on their projects and tasks.
• Implement
  and help develop departmental processes, procedures, and policies to support
  optimum staff performance.

UNM OFFERS AN OUTSTANDING
BENEFITS PACKAGE, including:

• Four (4) weeks of paid vacation annually
• Paid holidays and paid sick leave
• Health (medical, dental, and vision) benefits for employees and their family
• Retirement benefits through NM Education Retirement Bureau
• Tuition remission benefits for staff, additional education
  benefits to spouses/domestic partners, and dependent children of eligible
  employees and retirees
• Life Insurance benefits
• Long-Term Care benefits and more

How we work:

Currently, FDC is working a hybrid schedule, three days in-office, two days remote; this may fluctuate in the
future.
FDC is committed to training, education, and support in areas where prior
experience can be enhanced.
We value a healthy work-life balance for our staff!

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

High school diploma or GED; at least 9 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Bachelor's
  degree in a related field such as architecture, engineering, construction
  management, project management, or management;
• Strong
  supervisory experience and skills;
• Exceptional
  critical/generative thinking skills, allowing for complex operating,
  administrative, and procedural decisions along with the ability to
  independently problem-solve in a demanding work environment;
  independently;
• Demonstrated
  leadership and communication skills operating at a high level of
  integrity;
• Experience
  with multiple project delivery systems;
• Knowledge
  of and experience working with New Mexico Procurement Code;
• Knowledge
  of and experience working with Federal, State, and local building codes,
  ordinances, and regulations and the various Authorities Having
  Jurisdiction (CID, NM SFM);
• High level expertise in cost and schedule management;
• Experience
  working with senior executive administration, executive clients, and
  internal and external stakeholders;
• Familiarity with Bluebeam and Acrobat

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete the online application, include a cover letter, include a current resume, and provide (3) professional references. Be sure to include your full professional employment history.

1. Complete the official online application.
2. Cover Letter - Please attach a cover letter that describes why you want this job. Address how your qualifications and work experience match the position and the preferred qualifications detailed in this job advertisement.
3. Resume - Please attach your current resume. Your resume should include a complete work history with beginning and ending dates (month/year).
4. References - Applicants must provide names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references with your application materials. References will not be contacted without the permission of the applicant.

Your cover letter, resume, and references should be uploaded as a PDF file. Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.