Position Summary: The University of New Mexico's (UNM) Planning, Design & Construction (PDC) seeks a Senior Project Construction Manager to join our vibrant, committed team of professionals who support the built environment at UNM. The Senior Project Construction Manager will manage all aspects and lead the execution of multiple UNM capital improvement projects.
UNM PDC provides seamless delivery of professional support services to internal clients using best practices in capital project planning, development, and construction.
Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed. See application instructions for details.
Duties of the Senior Project Construction Manager will include, but are not limited to:
• Managing all aspects of assigned University capital improvement projects, from project programming through occupancy
• Leading the execution of multiple capital projects: ensuring goals are met on time and within budget, working either independently or as a project team member
• Performing cost and schedule management and assessing project risk
• Managing PDC project management personnel
• Implementing systems, procedures, and policies that support optimum staff performance in the department.
The ideal candidate will have work experience demonstrating the following:
• Excellent leadership skills, project and personnel management in addition to their own capital projects
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders, clients and consultants
• A high level of expertise in cost and schedule management.
Proof of COVID vaccination is required, per UNM administrative mandate.
UNM employees enjoy a great benefits package, including: 4 weeks of vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, retirement benefits, tuition remission benefits for yourself and additional education benefits to spouses or domestic partners, and dependent children of eligible employees and retirees.
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Additional Requirements: Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics.
Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM
Benefits Eligble: This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
Department: Capital Projects Office (250A)
Employment Type: Staff
Staff Type: Regular - Full-Time
Status: Exempt
Pay: $4,293.47 - $6,030.27 (Monthly)
Benefits Eligible: This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement: Temporary and on-call employees working an appointment percentage of 26 (.26 FTE) or greater, per quarter, will be eligible to earn retirement service credits and thus are required to make New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB) contributions. More information pertaining to your FTE and NMERB contributions can be reviewed on the NMERB Guidelines Clarified webpage.
Background Check Required: Yes
For Best Consideration Date: 2/6/2023
Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A complete application includes:1)Complete the official online application.2)Cover Letter - Please attach a cover letter that describes why you want this job. Address how your qualifications and work experience match the position and the preferred qualifications detailed in this job advertisement.3)Resume - Please attach your current resume. Your resume should include a complete work history with beginning and ending dates (month/year).4)References - Applicants must provide names and contact information for at least three (3) supervisory references with your application materials. References will not be contacted without the permission of the applicant.Your cover letter, resume, and references should be uploaded as a PDF file.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; at least 9 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field such as architecture, engineering, construction management, or management
Strong supervisory experience and skills
Exceptional critical / generative thinking skills and ability to problem-solve independently
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills operating at a high level of integrity
Experience with multiple project delivery systems
Knowledge of and experience working with New Mexico Procurement Code
Experience working with senior executive administration and executive clients
