Construction Project Manager

Capital Construction Project Manager

Serves as owner's representative for assigned capital construction and renovation projects, managing the full project lifecycle from programming and design through construction, closeout, and occupancy. Coordinates with end-users, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure projects are delivered on scope, on schedule, and within budget. Supports development and maintenance of campus facilities standards and contributes to capital project pipeline planning.

Job duties include:

• Leading assigned projects from initial client requirements and programming through design, procurement, construction, and closeout.
• Managing the design process for assigned new construction and renovation projects.
• Monitoring and controlling project schedules and costs throughout all project phases.
• Serving as primary point of contact between end-users, campus administrators, design professionals, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Managing project closeout, including punch list completion, collection of as-built drawings and O&M manuals, commissioning coordination, systems training for Facilities staff, final payment processing, and archiving of project documentation per department policy.
• Supporting capital project pipeline development by evaluating proposed projects, preparing project charters, and maintaining the department's project database.
• Assisting in developing and maintaining campus facilities design standards for use by design professionals on TU projects.
• Maintaining and organizing project construction documents throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinating with building and landscape maintenance staff throughout design and construction to ensure projects account for long-term operational and maintenance requirements.

Additional duties include cooperating and collaborating with other employees in the spirit of teamwork and collegiality and interacting with confidence, patience, and integrity to provide professional leadership during emergencies. Complies with all Trinity University policies and guidelines. Performs other duties as required.

Education:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or related field; or master's degree in a related field.

Experience:

Required:

Five or more years of experience in facilities design and construction project management, including experience managing projects from design through construction closeout. Familiarity with competitive bidding, sole-source justification, Job Order Contracting (JOC), and design-build or Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) procurement processes applicable to institutional construction projects. Experience with construction project management software (Procore, e-Builder, or equivalent) and document management tools (Bluebeam or equivalent).

Ability to read and interpret construction documents, including architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings. Familiarity with USGBC's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design(LEED) certification process, including documentation requirements and sustainable design principles as applied to institutional construction projects. Experience with construction safety compliance, including familiarity with OSHA standards applicable to commercial/institutional construction sites.

Preferred:
Experience as an owner's representative on construction projects within an educational institution. Demonstrated experience simultaneously managing a high volume of concurrent small capital projects or a Job Order Contracting portfolio. OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required:

• Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, and commercial/institutional building codes, including familiarity with IBC International Building Code (IBC), ADA, and applicable life-safety requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and verbal/written communication skills; ability to prepare and present clear project status reports and correspondence to diverse audiences including end-users, senior administrators, and contractors.
• Working understanding of commercial/institutional building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems as they relate to construction project scope and budget.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, including architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of construction contract administration, including RFI and submittal processes, change order evaluation, pay application review, and claims avoidance principles.
• Ability to identify, document, and communicate project risks; skill in developing mitigation strategies and escalating issues appropriately to minimize schedule and cost impacts.
• Proficiency in construction project management…