Facilities and Construction Manager

Texas A&M AgriLife Research • College Station, TX

83d • Remote

About The Position

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University, Texas A&M Forest Service, and Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. We are seeking a Facilities and Construction Manager, under direction, provides management as the main liaison AgriLife.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of building systems, fire and life safety codes, building codes, and accessibility standards.
• Strong background knowledge in facilities coordination.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to promptly respond to on-site emergency calls.
• Ability to read and understand floor plans.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, Engineering or Construction Science

Responsibilities

• Serves as the point of contact in reviewing and approving project designs, drawings, and construction documents, preparing project estimates, and developing and overseeing project budgets.
• Tracks work requests, monitors construction progress, and performs constructability reviews of projects during the design/planning process. Obtains cost estimates by coordinating work requests and purchase requisitions. Approves payment of selected testing services.
• Participates in pre-construction meetings and tours construction sites to monitor progress and adherence to project documents. Reviews bid proposals, tracks and confirms purchase order statuses, and coordinates furniture deliveries and installations.
• Provides oversight of projects to ensure construction complies with agreed upon designs, safety measures, costs, schedules, and construction documents. Assists Project Inspectors and Managers with the interpretation of contracts.
• Conducts walkthrough inspections and reviews and follows-up on punch list items to approved completion. Follows up on problematic maintenance issues in facilities. Conducts project inspections for proper installation.
• Meets with Department Heads and reports outcomes regularly. Participates in regularly scheduled construction meetings and maintains written records of work progress.
• Oversees equipment and furniture moves as they relate to construction property and inventory controls.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree