Construction Project Manager Associate (Contract)

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

16h

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. The Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) provides services and support to over 50,000 students, faculty, and staff with the mission of advancing UCI's brilliant future and the vision of becoming world-class campus partners. DFA serves the university as planning partners, problem solvers, and solution providers—striving to make it as easy as possible for people to get the services they need, when they need them. Facilities Management is proud to support the campus mission of advancing UCI's brilliant future by creating a physical environment that allows our students, faculty and staff to thrive. Our goal is to provide safe, reliable and clean spaces through high quality maintenance, operation, planning and renovation services for our 1,475-acre main campus. We accomplish this with our dedicated skilled staff who strive to provide excellent customer service and responsiveness. Your Role on the Team Facilities Project Management Specialist who assists Facilities Project Managers 3, 4 and 5 on large projects. With regular guidance, manages small, renovation, maintenance, repair, and Minor Capital Projects from establishing design concepts, project budget and schedules through design implementation and coordination of construction. Assist or with regular guidance, execute and communicate project scope based on assessment of program, budget, building structure, utility infrastructure, and code compliance. Manages project reviews for conformance to regulatory requirements and organization policies. Takes initiative to make recommendations to modify construction and design contracts to incorporate needs of the project. . Provides status reports as directed and ensure regular communication with key project stakeholders.

Requirements

Knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes.
Skills to develop project scope and drawings.
Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and MS Office skills.
Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including effective negotiation skills.
Good organizational and analytical skills. Detail oriented to accurately proof contracts and other documents.
Skill in working with people who have levels of design and construction knowledge ranging from detailed to very limited, to assist their understanding of the project scope, design decisions, associated costs, project schedule, and code and standard compliance and achieve a high level of customer satisfaction.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
1-3 yearsexperience in Architectural, Engineering, of Facilities fields including experience as part of a team planning and organizing to execute renovation projects ranging in value from $50,000 and up.
Required to hold a valid drivers license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to manage contractors and maintain compliance to the agreed-upon scope of work and budget.
Skilled in construction project management software.
Knowledge of industry standards and utility system characteristics when inspecting and surveying building infrastructure for the basis of project design development.
Ability to work with consultants and material vendors in exploring design and construction options.
Knowledge of University Policies and Procedures applicable to the Irvine Campus.
Knowledge of principles used in preparing man-hour and material estimates for various types of projects.
Skills in adjusting industry estimated procedures and guides to accommodate project specific conditions.
Knowledge of Public Contracting Code and Policies as they pertain to procuring professional services, purchase orders, and construction contracts.
• USGBC LEED credentials- preferred
• Project Management Institute- PMP- preferred
• Association of Energy Engineers- Certified Energy Manager- preferred