Plans and administers construction andrenovation projects utilizing knowledge of design, construction procedures,zoning and building codes, and building materials. Works with UniversityDepartment of Space Management, University Architect and project owners fromproject planning through project completion and turn over. Assists in thepreparation of technical, bidding and contractual documents, establishesproject budgets and negotiates contracts and change orders. Participates inselecting project consultant and contractors. Assures that projects arecompleted within budget and project deliverables and documentation aresubmitted timely, accurately and in accordance with University policies and practices.Facilitates and/or coordinates design and construction efforts, communication,decision making and problem solving between project owners, FacilitiesManagement, construction team, architects, designers and other projectstakeholders. Monitors performance of contractors to ensure compliance withplans and specifications. Coordinates work performed under separate contractsin support of projects.

• Project Management - As directed,serve as the liaison person between the university and architects/contractorsfor new construction, mitigation and capital renewal projects. Provideconsulting services to University departments regarding constructionprocedures, standards and/or code requirements. Confer with the UniversityArchitect, as required, on matters of space allocation, design continuity andresource programming. Confer with facility users on proposed construction andrenovations to define needs, design requirements and resource requirements.Assist in the review of construction documents prepared by outside firms forconstruction on the campus. Develop necessary documentation and budget data toallow the entity having financial authority to make an informed decision on theimplementation of a project. Supervise preparation of the necessary contractdocuments for a project. Ensure contractor compliance with constructiondocuments. Coordinate construction activities with affected universityactivities. Communicate with Project Owners regarding work progress.
• Project Documentation and Accounting -Maintain the necessary project files to fully document the work performed.Maintain the necessary project budget files to monitor compliance withbudgetary requirements.
• Customer Service/Liaison - Coordinateand attend project meetings as a representative of the University. Coordinatewith other university departments to provide project support as required.Establish required oral and written communication channels to keep universitydepartments impacted by the Project informed of the current status. Respondquickly and expediently to all client and contractor requirements. Communicatewith customers and contractors in a manner that is professional and courteous.Resolve problems and complaints quickly and appropriately.
• Other duties - Performs other dutiesas requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this jobdescription. Exhibits a willingness to assume additional duties. Seeks theguidance of immediate supervisor prior to beginning an unfamiliar assignment.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture,Engineering or Construction Management or a minimum of 10 years relevant workexperience.
• Experience with CAD and BIM programs,a plus.
• Experience with constructionscheduling and contract management programs, a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively inboth oral and written reports.
• Ability to perform duties at non-normalworking hours and days as required by construction schedules.
• Ability to utilize computerapplications such as Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and meetestablished or anticipated deadlines.
• Experience working in an academicenvironment.