Construction Project Manager
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Construction / Physical Labor / Skilled Trades
Posted on April 11, 2024
Announcement
Details
Open Date
09/06/2023
Requisition Number
PRN36303B
Job Title
Construction Project Manager
Working Title
Estimator and Scheduler
Job Grade
G
FLSA Code
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Regular office hours Monday-Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM with some flexibility possible depending on circumstances. Work outside of these hours required as needed.
VP Area
President
Department
01135 - Planning, Design & Construction
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$75,000 - $120,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
The University of Utah seeks an individual with passion and experience in cost estimating and scheduling to support teams in planning, design and construction. The individual should have experience with new buildings, renovations of existing buildings, and upgrades to site infrastructure. This role supports project management teams throughout the project life-cycle with the preparation of initial conceptual estimates and schedules, all the way to detailed estimates and schedules as needed. This position also includes reviewing and commenting on estimates and schedules prepared by architects, contractors, and third party entities for compliance to contracts and standards.
The University of Utah is invested in improving project delivery through collaboration and innovation, and you will have an opportunity to make an impact on delivering on goals and process improvement. The individual should have a working knowledge of material unit costs, systems square footage costs, and total building square footage costs in the academic, research and healthcare environment.
The candidate should have a solid working knowledge of critical-path scheduling, including MS Project and Primavera scheduling software. This opportunity is for an estimator and scheduler who sees the benefit in working for an excellent University on varied projects, while maintaining a work and personal life balance.
Responsibilities
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Job Responsibilities
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); AND 5-7 years of related experience; Familiarity with State and national building codes and experience working on capital development project, and; Demonstrated human relation and effective written and verbal communication skills are required.
Current licensure with the State of Utah as an Architect or Engineer is preferred.
Preferences
Academic, Research and Healthcare construction estimating and scheduling experience.
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Details
Open Date
09/06/2023
Requisition Number
PRN36303B
Job Title
Construction Project Manager
Working Title
Estimator and Scheduler
Job Grade
G
FLSA Code
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Regular office hours Monday-Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM with some flexibility possible depending on circumstances. Work outside of these hours required as needed.
VP Area
President
Department
01135 - Planning, Design & Construction
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$75,000 - $120,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
The University of Utah seeks an individual with passion and experience in cost estimating and scheduling to support teams in planning, design and construction. The individual should have experience with new buildings, renovations of existing buildings, and upgrades to site infrastructure. This role supports project management teams throughout the project life-cycle with the preparation of initial conceptual estimates and schedules, all the way to detailed estimates and schedules as needed. This position also includes reviewing and commenting on estimates and schedules prepared by architects, contractors, and third party entities for compliance to contracts and standards.
The University of Utah is invested in improving project delivery through collaboration and innovation, and you will have an opportunity to make an impact on delivering on goals and process improvement. The individual should have a working knowledge of material unit costs, systems square footage costs, and total building square footage costs in the academic, research and healthcare environment.
The candidate should have a solid working knowledge of critical-path scheduling, including MS Project and Primavera scheduling software. This opportunity is for an estimator and scheduler who sees the benefit in working for an excellent University on varied projects, while maintaining a work and personal life balance.
Responsibilities
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Job Responsibilities
- Create conceptual, schematic, and construction estimates and schedules.
- Prepare updates to cost estimates at each phase of design and construction.
- Reconcile estimates with Contractors and Designers on projects.
- Evaluate contractor bids.
- Evaluate and negotiate potential change orders during construction.
- Work closely with project teams throughout the project lifecycle to manage project cost.
- Research and compile historical cost data and keep database current for use in future estimate preparation.
- Keep current on changes and trends in methods of construction and materials, construction costs, wage rates, fringes and working rules.
- Participate in, and occasionally lead, design and construction progress meetings.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); AND 5-7 years of related experience; Familiarity with State and national building codes and experience working on capital development project, and; Demonstrated human relation and effective written and verbal communication skills are required.
Current licensure with the State of Utah as an Architect or Engineer is preferred.
Preferences
Academic, Research and Healthcare construction estimating and scheduling experience.
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
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