Capital Project Manager- Alterations

1 week ago

Amherst, Massachusetts, United States University of Massachusetts Amherst Full time

Job no: 524048
Work type: Staff Full Time
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: Alterations Department
Union: PSU
Categories: Facilities/Grounds, PSU A

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Alterations Senior Construction Projects Manager, this position is responsible for the project management and supervision for Alterations construction projects utilizing both in-house resources and external consultants, contractors, and vendors.

Essential Functions

  • Coordinate and manage project activities with both in-house resources and outside consultants, contractors, and vendors.
  • Manage and lead the planning and design process for construction projects. This includes preparing requests for proposals for design services and reviewing planning and contract documents prepared by outside consultants to ensure compatibility with University standards and requirements.
  • Generate and manage budgets, estimates, and contracts for construction projects. Track and update project cost throughout the course of the project, including identifying and generating change orders as required
  • Generate project schedules from concept through completion, including design phases, procurement, and construction. Update the schedule throughout the project and provide explanations for any changes.
  • Manage project communication to provide project related information to all parties involved. This includes generating a project communication matrix, scheduling and leading project coordination meetings, and generating standardized project update documents.
  • In partnership with the other Alterations Department supervisors and managers, manage the Alterations Department trades staff, shop, and assets (tools, equipment, materials, vehicles, etc). This includes enforcing department and university personnel policies, scheduling and forecasting trades staff requirements, purchasing and repairing tools / equipment / vehicles, and other related tasks.
  • Utilize construction experience and best practices for efficient resource management. Determine when and how to best procure construction materials, equipment, and service labor.
  • Maintain proficiency in various computer software applications, including but not limited to construction project management software (eBuilder), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Powerpoint), and various database and billing programs utilized at UMass.
  • Prepare and present written, oral and graphic presentations as may be required to support the projects assigned.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

  • Bachelor degree in architecture, engineering, business or construction related fields with 5 years of construction experience to include project management and supervision or an Associate degree in architecture, engineering, business or construction related fields and a minimum of seven years of construction experience to include project management and supervision or minimum of ten years of construction experience to include project management and supervision.
  • Must hold a current Massachusetts Construction Supervisor's license (CSL), or be able to obtain the CSL within one year.
  • Ability to supervise and effectively manage and coordinate all aspects of a construction project from start to finish. Ability to effectively coordinate this work with affected campus faculty and staff
  • Requires the ability to access all areas of construction sites and university facilities, including climbing ladders and scaffolding, as well as to enter confined spaces to assess conditions and perform inspections of existing conditions and/or new work.
  • Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication. Great customer communications skills a must.
  • Demonstrated capability to use word processing, spreadsheets, and other software-based systems.
  • Valid Class D Driver's License.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Requires the ability to access all areas of construction sites and university facilities, including climbing ladders and scaffolding, as well as to enter confined spaces to assess conditions and perform inspections of existing conditions and/or new work.

Additional Details

Works under the direct supervision of the Senior Construction Projects Manager, who reviews work for conformance with business plan, division unit plan, departmental instructions, procedures and policies. Assures compliance with all departmental and University rules and regulations.

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 7am-3pm

Salary Information

Level 30

PSU Hiring Ranges

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume, and cover letter. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or genetic information in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of the UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Advertised: Jul Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct Eastern Daylight Time

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