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Construction Services

Renovation Services

The Construction Manager acts as the University’s primary point of contact for contractors and installers on construction projects when assigned; inspects project sites and monitors work for conformance with construction documents, University procedures, building codes/regulations, and adherence with the University’s Design and Construction standards; investigates, documents, and reports on problem situations, potential change orders, errors and omissions, and advises the contractor when necessary to implement corrective action; conducts (or attends) job conferences, compiles status reports, daily logs, and maintains/coordinates construction progress photos; during a project’s design phase, reviews documents for quality conformance, constructability, and proper sequencing/phasing; attends design review meetings, pre-bid conferences, and scoping meetings; during construction, coordinates the interaction and efforts of design professionals, University customers, OPP divisions, University agencies, and contractors to minimize disruption to the University and public; at the completion of the project, manages the punch-list process and building/project turnover to facilitate a smooth transition from contractor to customer.

• Lead field-related activities at the job site, preparation of project status reports, and contractor evaluations
• Manage monthly certificate of payment process and ensures all required documentation is included
• Responsible for all facets of project controls (safety, RFI’s, submittals, change orders, and project close-out)
• Prepare and implement site logistics plans in collaboration with the contractor at the job site
• Conduct constructability reviews during the design stage of a project with positive impact on cost and quality (a focus on design standard conformance)
• Establish quality assurance plan for a project and monitors for compliance in the field
• Lead internal reviews of project documentation
• Manage purchase order process for services, ancillary equipment, or furnishings as required by project
• Maintain LEED documentation on selected projects and supports sustainability practices
• Involved with OPP-wide initiatives and programs
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 10
• Minimum – $61,800.00
• MidPoint – $75,700.00
• Maximum – $89,600.00