University Of Colorado Boulder Boulder , CO 80301
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Job Summary
Facilities Management at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Project Manager! This position functions as a University representative to the campus community for small to large construction and renovation projects, determining the scope of work, estimating and cost control management, giving instructions to hired consultants and contractors for the timely alteration, modification, maintenance, and repair of campus buildings. As the University representative, the position develops, manages and analyzes budgets and master schedules. Projects will be conducted within Facilities Operations Trades Services or outside contractors/vendors.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
Facilities Management is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Project Development
Project Schedule and Budget Management
Contractual Agreements
Bidding and Construction Administration
Supervise document preparations for bidding and lead construction phase of projects. Monitor project progress against project objectives. Prepare bidding advertisements to contractors, establish the criteria to be met by bidding contractors, conduct pre-bid meetings, site visits, clarify plan information, chair bid openings, determine the validity of received bids and award the contracts.
Supervise construction activity and coordinate with the Contractor and University entities for project needs. Conduct construction meetings to review progress, clarify details, process information, update status, receive client input, relay instructions to contractors and monitor quality control issues, resolve appropriateness of requested changes so budget and schedules can be adjusted if necessary. Keep the University community informed of outages or potential disruptions. Complete contract close-out.
Design Administration
Dispute Resolution and Safety
Mediate disputes and resolve discrepancies by hearing arguments from all parties and various perspectives. Evaluate complex issues, determining which require approval from a higher authority, coordinating with their supervisor as applicable. Review change requests from consultants, clients, and contractors, verifying applicability, often negotiating final cost and time requests. Seek consensus regarding disputes or different requirements among client requests, building code requirements, and state and university requirements.
Actively participate in safety meetings. Follow safety policies, procedures and guidelines, and adhere to Standing Operating Procedures for assignments and use of equipment. Participate in and finish safety trainings. Report potential safety hazards, mistakes, accidents, or procedural violations.
What You Should Know
This will be a primarily in-person position.
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this role is $71,000 - $81,253.12 annually.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
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Be excited. Be open. Be Boulder.
What We Require
Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, architectural engineering, construction engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related degree. Experience can substitute for the bachelors' degree on a year for year basis.
Three years of construction project management experience in the alteration, modification and remodel of small ($2K) to large ($1M) renovation projects for institutional or commercial buildings which needs to have included at least one year experience in planning/cost estimating work.
Must have a valid driver's license.
What You Will Need
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.
Knowledge of, or a demonstrated ability to quickly learn, the State of Colorado, Office of the Architect, and State Buildings Program contractual agreements, or similar.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
What We Would Like You to Have
Experience in mechanical, electrical, and structural systems.
Experience working with contractors.
Experience in acquiring multiple bids and in negotiations.
Experience drafting Notices to Proceed, Notices of Substantial Completion, and Notice of Final Acceptance Letters.
Experience in the project management of buildings and remodel projects in an institutional, higher education, or similar setting.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by July 8, 2024 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
University Of Colorado Boulder