Senior Construction Manager

Job Summary

Under the oversight of the Senior Director, Design & Construction, the Senior Construction Manager is responsible for all efforts associated with successfully managing multiple University development and construction projects. This includes all aspects of project management during the development, planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout phases of the project life cycle. In successfully managing assigned projects, this senior level position is required to collaboratively interface with variety of campus stakeholders including senior administrators, staff, faculty, students, colleagues from the CSU Chancellor's Office, agencies having jurisdiction including those at the Federal, State, and local level, and various professional consultants, contractors, and vendors.

The Design & Construction unit of Facilities Development & Operations provides services to a University campus spread across five sites comprised of +170 acres, 52 buildings, and more than six million gross square feet. The Unit employs five full time permanent staff (whose efforts are integrated with the Real Estate, Physical & Capital Planning and Maintenance & Infrastructure Projects units) and utilizes several consultants in the delivery of services to the campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of assigned projects through the full course of the project life cycle including planning, design, construction, and closeout phases. Independently leads and direct projects requiring high levels of functional integration and involving multiple disciplines to be managed. This includes those associated with real estate development, capital improvements, major maintenance and repair, capital renewal, deferred maintenance, and infrastructure improvements
• Coordinates as necessary throughout all project phases with the Campus Deputy Building Official, Construction Administrator, and others
• Evaluates and recommends the project delivery method, design documentation needs, necessary consulting services, and other supporting efforts necessary to successfully deliver assigned projects
• Coordinates meetings and activities keeping those involved up to date regarding planning, design and construction activities, and project's budget and schedule
• Directly responsible for managing all aspects of the project budget working collaboratively with the Business & Administrative Support Services team
• In collaboration with the Business & Administrative Support Services and the campus Strategic Sourcing team, develops request for proposals/bid packages and other necessary documents required to advertise and award contracts required to complete assigned projects
• Develops inspection and regulatory compliance plan for assigned projects
• Submits reports, as requested, concerning all facets of a project including budget, schedule, cash flow, outstanding issues, quality control, RFIs, submittal logs, inspection logs, contingency balance and other pertinent issues
• Participates in campus emergency response efforts and services as a subject matter expert as related to the physical campus utility systems and infrastructure

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Broad skills and advanced knowledge in one or more of the following areas: real estate development, architecture, civil, mechanical or electrical engineering or construction management
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills with proven ability to organize and manage teams, including internal design and operations staff, external contractors and technical consultants
• Ability to conduct in-depth analysis and review of complex project schedules to guide adjustment as needed to manage schedule and risk
• Possession of a current California driver's license and ability to maintain an appropriate driving record as required to allow operation of motorized vehicles for University-related business
• Demonstrated financial management skills necessary to prepare, manage, oversee, track, and monitor detailed project budgets, analyze funding allocations, evaluate independent cost estimates, and review, track and approve payment requests
• Ability to effectively apply standards, guidelines, processes, procedures and terminology specific to the California State University
• Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a wide variety of individuals and organizations directly and indirectly involved with projects and/or assignments
• Ability to effectively interpret, organize and present information, ideas and concepts in written or presentation format and use consultative, collaborative and facilitation skills to obtain decisions required to move forward toward implementation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, real estate development, construction management, business or a related field OR which may be obtained through equivalent experience such as might be attained through five years of project management
• Five years of demonstrated project management experience in a lead role for all phases of complex construction projects delivered within budget and schedule requirements

License

A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.

Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional license in architecture, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering
• LEED AP certification as granted by the US Green Building Council
• Certified Access Specialist as granted by the Department of the State Architect
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification as granted by the Project Management Institute
• Certifications for code-related inspections as issued by the International Code Council
• Six or more years of demonstrated project management experience in a lead role for all phases of complex real estate development or capital construction projects
• Two years of experience/training in one or more of the following areas: construction project management, cost estimating, scheduling and schedule analysis, contract management, and/or financial analysis/management
• Demonstrated experience managing large scale construction projects for a State facility, College or University, or other multi-facility commercial complex
• Experience working in a University setting

Compensation

Classification: Administrator II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $11,284/month - $13,563/month

CSU Salary Range: $4,812/month - $15,449/month

The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

San Jose State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

This position is open until filled.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252

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