Project Mgr,Facilities - Las Cruces, United States - New Mexico State University

Description

Position


Title:
Project Mgr,Facilities


Employee Classification:
Project Manager,Facilities


College/Division:
Facilities and Services

Department:

500764-FS PROJECT DESIGN


Internal or External Search:
External - Open to all applicants


Location:
Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):


Target Hourly/Salary Rate:
$51,518 target entry to commensurate with qualifications.

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0


Exempt or Non-Exempt :
Exempt



Summary:
This posting will be used to fill multiple vacant positions.

Come and Join Our Team

Facilities and Services consists of the Project Development and Engineering group that manages both Capital Construction and small projects across the NMSU System; Facilities Operations, which is organized in traditional shops and is responsible for the physical operation and maintenance of NMSU Las Cruces I&G buildings.

Classification

Summary:
Develops facility renovation projects from initiation stage through planning, design and construction.

Manages projects from early development stages through completion and final close out by strategic application of project management skills, knowledge, and tools, to define, price, schedule, and complete various design and construction phases for a wide variety of university projects.

Performs architectural design, development, and management duties for a variety of new construction and renovation projects. Plans layout of project and integrates related architectural and engineering elements for the development of construction documents. Develops specifications, conducts materials research, and selects materials required for renovations and alterations. Reviews drawings and documents to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.

Classification Standard Duties:

Prepares and reviews plans, construction bid documents and specifications for major and minor capital improvement projects and for alteration and renovation projects.

Coordinates development of project design with client, various university departments, project architects and consultants. Prepares budget, schedule, construction bid documents and specifications for major and minor capital improvement projects. Develop contracts and procure services of consultants, contractors, and various service providers needed on a project. Prepares, reviews, and integrates design phase planning policies, procedures and processes.

Conducts pre-bid and pre-construction conference and overview orientation of final project design drawings and specifications with project architects, consultants, and appropriate university personnel.

Prepares, reviews, and integrates construction planning policies, procedures, and bid processes.

Tracks and coordinates project progress and costs; reviews and approves design invoices, construction pay applications, amendment or change order proposals, and other contract documents.

Monitors design progress through periodic and scheduled phase review of consultant's work. Monitors construction progress through on-site inspection and review.

In conjunction with a variety of University departments, coordinates and performs; moving services; closeout functions such as commissioning and punch list, specialized equipment testing, training, and warranty repair.

Supervises and guides the work of architectural drafters. Supervises and guides the work of various university departments. Reviews drawings, documents, and construction activities to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. Develop contracts and procure services of consultants, contractors, and various service providers. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency

Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in a related field

; Required Experience:

Three (3) years of experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined

; Equivalency:

Associate's degree in a related field and seven (7) years of experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined or successful completion of a 4 or 5 year approved Construction Trades Apprenticeship program resulting in a licensed of journeyman status may substitute for the bachelor's degree

; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of construction contract documents and specifications. Knowledge of building design, construction, and maintenance. Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.

Shortand long range planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; public contact and relations; oral and written communication.

Knowledge of facilities planning and construction management processes and procedures. Knowledge of estimating, budgeting and scheduling practices. Knowledge of current status of costs of new construction, escalation factors and market trends. Knowledge of building codes and standards of practice. Knowledge of construction materials and methods.

; SKILLS:

Organizing and coordinating skills. Skill in reading and interpreting plans and specifications and to compare them with construction progress. Short and long range planning skills. Problem analysis and resolution skills. Report preparation and presentation skills.

; ABILITIES:

Ability to prepare architectural documents, specification, schedules and cost estimates for projects. Ability to design, plan and monitor major construction projects. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Ability to effectively communicate.

Ability to design and plan major construction projects, to include:
prepare and monitor architectural documents, specification, schedule, and cost estimate for projects. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Read and write at a level appropriate for the duties of the position.

Communicate clearly and concisely with University/non University individuals regarding construction matters; direct, evaluate, train, and supervise the work of assigned personnel; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities; analyze and evaluate information.

Ability to work in a demanding, broad, multi-disciplined environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares and reviews plans, construction bid documents and specifications for major and minor capital improvement projects and for alteration and renovation projects.

Prepares, reviews, and integrates construction planning policies, procedures, and bid processes

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:
Jose Loera, ,


Contingent Upon Funding:
Contingent upon funding


Bargaining Unit Eligibility:
This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).



Standard Work Schedule:
Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a

Standard Work Schedule:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort


Environment:

Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Physical Effort:
Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.


Lifting Requirements:
Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.


Risk:
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
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