To manage, observe, and inspect the construction as required for each capital improvement project beginning with bidding, through construction, occupancy & warranty.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Meets with the Director and other District personnel as needed, and reports status of capital projects.
• Supervises and evaluates assigned personnel.
• Reviews preliminary drawings in-house for constructability and cost.
• Participates in design reviews with architects and district personnel, including Maintenance & Operations, IT, and others as needed.
• Evaluates the bids with the staff architect.
• Interprets construction documents, specifications, and standard form contracts.
• Is familiar with and advises the general contractor regarding APS design guidelines, user specific requirements, state design standards, and other contract requirements.
• Reviews all phases of construction to assure the District's needs are being met, projects are on time and within budget.
• Produces cost estimates, cost comparison studies, and value engineering for project as needed.
• Performs construction observations and inspection to ensure compliance with construction documents; produces construction reports.
• Evaluates and monitors the issuance of change orders, RFIs, and related documents.
• Chairs construction meetings and produces written construction reports.
• Investigates disputes and recommends and/or manages resolutions.
• Assists the general contractor in the scheduling and coordination of testing and inspections.
• Assists in the coordination of the construction process to help ensure the timely processing of paperwork and to expedite project delivery.
• Facilitates the training of Maintenance & Operations and school custodian to ensure the smooth transition of the completed facility to APS.
• Coordinates periodic inspections throughout the warranty period.
• Meets with appropriate district personnel, parents, and neighborhood association as needed to explain the construction process and construction timelines.
• Represents the District and the Department as needed.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Registered architect in the State of NM or licensure as a professional engineer or certification as a Certified Professional Constructor (CPC).
• Construction Specification Institute (CSI), Construction Document Technician (CDT) certification and NCSS certification preferred.
• Knowledge of APS financial and legal requirements as related to design and construction, APS procurement, and FD+C construction management software.
• Seven years' experience, including management responsibilities, in building construction.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field.

• Licensure, certification or registration in a design or construction related field or obtained within 6 months.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person, via email, and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of standard construction means and methods for installation maintenance and modifications of different structural, mechanical, and electrical systems and components.
• Knowledge of the use of testing equipment and standard testing requirement.
• Familiarity with operation of computer software in areas of construction management, cost control, and scheduling.
• Must have a working knowledge of construction law including construction documents, standard agreements between owner and architect, and owner and contractor, subcontracts, liens, insurance, and surety bonds. Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Seven years' experience in design or construction related field
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment physical examination.
• Valid New Mexico Driver's license with insurable driving record.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Contact: Karen Alarid at / alarid_k@aps.edu
APPLY TO:

www.aps.edu District Support application. A cover letter, resume and any other supporting documents MUST be submitted prior to 4:00 PM on the closing date of the advertisement for the application to be considered complete.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
GRADE / LEVEL: 16
SALARY: $107,472.49
DAYS: 256
HOURS: 8
START DATE: asap
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