Sr Project/Construction Mgr

University of New Mexico • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The University of New Mexico’s (UNM) Facilities, Design & Construction (FDC) department seeks a Senior Project/Construction Manager to join our vibrant, committed team of professionals who support the built environment at UNM’s campuses across the state. UNM FDC provides seamless delivery of professional support services to internal clients using best practices in capital project planning, development, and construction.
The Sr. Project/Construction Manager will:
Manage all aspects of assigned university capital improvement projects from initial scoping and programming through completion and occupancy; facilitate, coordinate, and lead the execution of multiple, major and minor capital projects to ensure that project goals are met on-time and within budget.
Develop and maintain project job files; directly responsible for scope, budget, and schedule development of assigned projects, and tracking of project schedule, budget, and project risks. Review, negotiate, and process change requests and change orders.
Oversee procurement of project design consultants, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
Manage project design, bids, construction, and move-in for internal clients to ensure design/function is achieved and consistent with overall institutional guidelines and standards.
Perform quality control inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications, institutional standards, and industry standards.
Coordinate and manage activities of consultants, contractors, vendor personnel, and suppliers: monitor contracts for compliance and cost control.
Directly manage FDC Project/Construction Managers, and/or Associate Project/Construction Managers to provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship on their projects and tasks.
Implement and help develop departmental processes, procedures, and policies to support optimum staff performance.
UNM OFFERS AN OUTSTANDING BENEFITS PACKAGE, including:
Four (4) weeks of paid vacation annually
Paid holidays and paid sick leave
Health (medical, dental, and vision) benefits for employees and their family
Retirement benefits through NM Education Retirement Bureau
Tuition remission benefits for staff, additional education benefits to spouses/domestic partners, and dependent children of eligible employees and retirees
Life Insurance benefits
Long-Term Care benefits and more
How we work:
Currently, FDC is working a hybrid schedule, three days in-office, two days remote; this may fluctuate in the future.
FDC is committed to training, education, and support in areas where prior experience can be enhanced.
We value a healthy work-life balance for our staff!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; at least 9 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as architecture, engineering, construction management, project management, or management;
• Strong supervisory experience and skills;
• Exceptional critical/generative thinking skills, allowing for complex operating, administrative, and procedural decisions along with the ability to independently problem-solve in a demanding work environment; independently;
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills operating at a high level of integrity;
• Experience with multiple project delivery systems;
• Knowledge of and experience working with New Mexico Procurement Code;
• Knowledge of and experience working with Federal, State, and local building codes, ordinances, and regulations and the various Authorities Having Jurisdiction (CID, NM SFM);
• High level expertise in cost and schedule management;
• Experience working with senior executive administration, executive clients, and internal and external stakeholders;
• Familiarity with various software, such as Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, and Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned university capital improvement projects from initial scoping and programming through completion and occupancy; facilitate, coordinate, and lead the execution of multiple, major and minor capital projects to ensure that project goals are met on-time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain project job files; directly responsible for scope, budget, and schedule development of assigned projects, and tracking of project schedule, budget, and project risks. Review, negotiate, and process change requests and change orders.
• Oversee procurement of project design consultants, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Manage project design, bids, construction, and move-in for internal clients to ensure design/function is achieved and consistent with overall institutional guidelines and standards.
• Perform quality control inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications, institutional standards, and industry standards.
• Coordinate and manage activities of consultants, contractors, vendor personnel, and suppliers: monitor contracts for compliance and cost control.
• Directly manage FDC Project/Construction Managers, and/or Associate Project/Construction Managers to provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship on their projects and tasks.
• Implement and help develop departmental processes, procedures, and policies to support optimum staff performance.

Benefits

• Four (4) weeks of paid vacation annually
• Paid holidays and paid sick leave
• Health (medical, dental, and vision) benefits for employees and their family
• Retirement benefits through NM Education Retirement Bureau
• Tuition remission benefits for staff, additional education benefits to spouses/domestic partners, and dependent children of eligible employees and retirees
• Life Insurance benefits
• Long-Term Care benefits and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED