Construction Project Manager

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.Employees in this classification have managerial and technical oversight for the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of assigned business unit or cross-functional construction projects typically ranging from moderate to large scale projects. They manage multiple construction projects from conceptualization to completion involving multiple internal departments and/or external stakeholders. Coordinates and monitors major capital project design through bidding and contract issuance, and in collaboration with the Design Project Manager, monitors construction activities to ensure compliance with design specifications, and the maintenance of sound architectural standards Directs, coordinates, and evaluates employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all policies and applicable laws. Interviews, hires and trains employees; plans, assigns, and directs work; creates work schedules and conducts performance appraisals, counsels, and disciplines employees; and addresses complaints and resolves problems. Coordinating construction projects utilizing in-house and / or contractor skilled trades. Coordinates and schedules various maintenance related inspections including roof, fire extinguishers, elevators, and fume hoods This position will participate in the University’s Qualification Based Selection process utilized in the hiring of Architectural and Engineering firms providing design services to the University. Assist the Supervising Architect/Engineer in the development and implementation of administrative policies, procedures, and short- and long-range planning for University construction projects and Construction Management. Acts in an advisory capacity to the Supervising Architect/Engineer concerning proposed policies, or procedures related to Construction Management. Establishes cooperative relationships with, and act as a liaison to university units and committees to determine and prioritize needs and services in relation to Construction Management projects. Establishes cooperative relationships with, and in the absence of the Supervising Architect/Engineer, act as a liaison to the Illinois Capital Development Board to determine and prioritize needs and services in relation to Construction Management projects. In the absence of the Supervising Architect/Engineer, act as liaison with the Director of Facilities & Energy Management and other FEM Administrators in matters pertaining to Construction Management projects. Attend scheduled pay/progress meetings for construction projects as representative of using agency Responsible for campus building roof maintenance. Assess problems and promptly schedule proper repairs or improvements Assist with final inspections before acceptance of projects Other related duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering.* Two (2) years of work experience managing commercial and/or institutional construction projects.*NOTE: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.Preferred Licensed Architect or Engineer in the state of Illinois Ten (10) years of experience managing commercial and/or institutional construction projects Experience with Illinois Capital Development Board Experience with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Revit Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.Tips For Completing a Civil Service Application To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment. Relevant part-time work experience will count towards the qualifications for this position and will be converted to full-time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience. Upload all official transcripts to meet the educational requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). After the position has closed, your application and supporting materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, including any specialty factors associated with this position. Those who qualify will move forward for Civil Service Examination/Testing. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from info@schooljobs.com. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at sucss.illinois.govAbout Civil Service Examination/Testing: The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of application materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, your application will move forward for examination/testing in which you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.Sponsorship for work authorization is not available. For more information visit https://policies.siu.edu/policies/employment-non-us-citizens.php