Construction Project Manager II

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education or; A Facility Management Professional or Project Management Professional certification may be considered in lieu of a degree OR In lieu of a degree, experience in engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in the construction industry as a project manager or member of a project management team

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity
• At least eight years of experience in the construction industry as a project manager or leading a project management team

Responsibilities

• The Construction Project Manager will be the liaison with design consultants, contractors, University employees, and others areas as required.
• This position coordinates meetings and other activities with user committees, consultants, contractors, planners, and others.
• This position must be able to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, and review plans and specifications for constructability and viability.
• The Construction Project Manager provides surveillance and oversight over major and minor construction projects on campus and handles construction project management administration including contracts, project schedules, payment applications, change orders, warranty, and close out documentation.
• This position will also inspect completed buildings and construction projects for compliance and acceptability.
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Benefits

• university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• immediate leave accrual
• a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level