Planning & Construction Project Manager - Hybrid

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The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people's lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program.

These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The North Carolina Zoo is growing and seeking an energized and collaborative oriented Maintenance/Construction Project Manager. This position serves as the lead project manager responsible for the development and management of new construction, renovation and major repair projects for the North Carolina Zoo Planning & Construction section, under the supervision of the Planning & Construction Manager and the Director of Facilities Operations.

This position manages the design and construction process for capital improvement and renovation projects of simple to large complexity, scope and size; and represents the interests of the North Carolina Zoo throughout the planning, design and construction process, with emphasis on customer service.

• Coordinate internal engineering review of schematic designs and construction drawings provided by outside consultants for conformance with operational needs and local, state and federal codes and professional standards. Review and interpret plans for other Zoo departments.
• Represent the Zoo at construction progress meetings, conferences, inspections, and with the State Construction Office.
• Review construction quality to ensure adherence to plans, specifications, and sound construction practices and codes.
• Review contractor payment requests, approve/negotiate change orders during construction, and monitor project budgets.
• Maintain project records during construction and after completion, such as budgets, invoices, and submittals. Ensure SCO closeout process followed, and project documentation received, including owner training, O&M manuals, warranties, and record drawings.
• Conduct final inspections along with designers, recommends acceptance for occupancy.
• Conduct post-occupancy evaluation and resolves issues through warranty considerations.

Please note:

Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. Recruitment Range: $63,927 - $75,000 To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:
Demonstrated knowledge of project management, engineering & design methodologies, construction methods, and/or construction management. Demonstrated knowledge of NC General Statutes and NC Building Codes relating to…