Construction Operations Manager - Design and Construction

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

To facilitate, lead, and coordinate the activities of the Construction Services for Work Orders, In-House Construction, and Job Order Contractors. Oversight of all activities and personnel related to the completion of Work Orders. Serve as a communication link with the customers of Facilities Operations and Management and staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and five years of related experience.
Competent in Microsoft Office Suite
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to prioritize and supervise multiple concurrent projects at varying work sites with varying degrees of complexity and urgency
Able to communicate effectively across the organization
Able to collaborate with team members, other departments, and leaders
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must have strong customer service skills

Nice To Haves

Four (4) years’ experience in managing staff or contractors
Experience with construction in healthcare, research, and academic environments
Competent in RS Means
Experience with drafting software, BAS software, or electronic document management and utilization
Certified Healthcare Constructor Certification
Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager Certification

Responsibilities

Manages Construction Services work order system, processes, and work group and vendors necessary to complete service requests for UTMB customers
Works with other BOF managers to identify and implement new approaches and techniques to solve problems.
Continually evaluates services provided to UTMB, identifies improvement opportunities, and implements changes to improve process maps and services provided to customers.
Develops and manages In-House Construction Services budget, including implementation of construction strategy and resource utilization.
Develops close working relationships with strategic customers and partners
Works closely with other BOF managers to develop data to support BOF Leadership and ensure construction programs are effectively integrated with other BOF, Institutional Support Services, and UTMB facilities development programs.
Develops, implements, and supports individual staff and work group development opportunities
Manages work group by regularly meeting with work group members, ensuring solid 2-way lines of communication, and providing mediation and conflict resolution when needed
Effectively works with outside agencies as required
Reviews technical specifications on renovation and construction work
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.