Construction Project Manager

Boston College • Newton, MA

32d

About The Position

The Capital Projects Management Department is responsible for the engineering, planning, documentation and construction management of Boston College’s Capital Improvement Plan.
The plan is coordinated into two strategic components: the Annual Capital Plan and the Major Construction Plan, which comprise as many as 150 ongoing projects throughout the calendar year.
The Construction Project Manager reports to the Associate Director, Annual Capital Projects and is responsible for management of capital construction projects supporting the Annual Capital Plan through all phases from planning, design and construction.

Responsibilities include implementing best practices for construction project delivery including scope, schedule, estimating and budget development, risk management, procurement strategies and contract administration and project cost control. The CPM will work with consultants and Boston College stakeholders including Facilities Management, to develop design and construction documents. The CPM is responsible to maintain quality communications with BC Departments, and project stakeholders, using management software PMWeb to report project schedule, progress and budget control.

The position requires extensive knowledge of good building, construction and project management practices and processes. A broad understanding of building envelope systems, building mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire alarm systems, building finishes and site utilities is required. The work requires strict adherence to University budgets and schedules due to the annual budget process and the academic calendar. Ability to organize and manage teams, including internal design and operations staff, external contractors and design consultants. Proven experience managing multiple projects with aggressive project schedules.

Requirements

• Experience in architecture, engineering or construction management.
• Experience with project management of facilities, renovation and new construction for an institution of higher education or other large owner is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in construction, architecture, engineering or related field
• Experience with financial and project management/control systems, such as PeopleSoft, CAD, and PMWeb.
• Position requires ability to access all areas of construction sites including climbing ladders to assess conditions and perform inspections of existing facilities.
• Prepare written and graphic presentations.
• Strong knowledge of various project delivery methods including CMR/GMP and Lump sum.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously from planning and design through construction completion with budgets up to $10 million.
• Prepare financial analyses and preliminary total project cost estimates. Establish, track, and manage budget during the course of the project.
• Current Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License or the willingness to obtain one within one year.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as an Owner’s Rep at a higher education academic or institutional organization desired.
• Experience with or a strong understanding of the unique requirements and challenges of laboratory construction, including specialized equipment, safety protocols, and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Implementing best practices for construction project delivery including scope, schedule, estimating and budget development, risk management, procurement strategies and contract administration and project cost control.
• Work with consultants and Boston College stakeholders including Facilities Management, to develop design and construction documents.
• Maintain quality communications with BC Departments, and project stakeholders, using management software PMWeb to report project schedule, progress and budget control.
• Organize and manage teams, including internal design and operations staff, external contractors and design consultants.
• Manage multiple projects with aggressive project schedules.

Benefits

• Tuition remission for Employees
• Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
• Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Low-Cost Life Insurance
• Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
• Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Sick and Vacation Pay

What This Job Offers

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