Construction Project Manager

Logo: Posting Number:

STA00044PO25

Job Family:

Campus Development

Job Function:

Facilities Project Management

USC Market Title:

Facilities Project Manager

Link to USC Market Title: Job Level:

P2 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title):

Construction Project Manager

Campus:

Columbia

Work County:

Richland

College/Division:

Division of Administration and Finance

Department:

DAF Facilities Planning and Construction

State Pay Band:

7

Approved Starting Salary:

$65,539

Advertised Salary Range:

$65,539- $98,308

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Work Schedule:

Monday Friday
8:00 am -4:30 pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

Basis :

12 months

Job Search Category:

Other

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelors degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary:

Serves as a project manager directly responsible for overseeing the design and execution of major capital construction and renovation projects, including overall monitoring of contract administration.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:

Requires a bachelors degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Construction Management. Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP), or Project Management Professional (PMP).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of principles and practices of modern architecture, design, engineering and construction. Knowledge of codes, laws, rules and regulations governing the construction and/or modification of facilities. Knowledge of principles and practices of effective project management. The ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations: manage work and provide guidance to colleagues; make presentations and prepare reports; manage and prioritize a large and complex work load with short time frames; make decisions with limited information and a strong experience base; resolve problems and communicate outcomes; interpret plans; interact with various levels of personnel; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; use technology; solve problems; utilize conscious decision making; and build teams and involve stakeholders. Knowledge of contractual responsibilities, processes and procedures governed by the AIA architectural agreements (Series A, B and C). Ability to oversee the work of subordinate architects, engineers or construction managers. Ability to establish positive working relationships with customers/clients, superiors, subordinates, associates, design and construction consultants, and with State, Local and/or Federal professional personnel and other public and/or private sector organizations and individuals. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to build teams and involve stakeholders. Demonstrated competence performing technical review of plans and specifications.

Job Duty:

• Manages, monitors, and controls contractual commitments to assure performance of work including but not limited to compliance with drawings and specifications, performance of contract administration and close-outs, and University acceptance of completed work by reviewing contract documents and budgets, conducting site visits, inspecting work performed, ensuring customer deliverables, verifying punch list, providing direction, and maintaining contact through warranty period.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

15

Job Duty:

• Maintains knowledge of and implements University and industry requirements, procedures, and standards including but not limited to state procurement law, Office of State Engineer, DHEC, City of Columbia, State Fire Marshall, Erosion & Sediment Control, Flood Plain and Zoning, LEEDS certification, historic preservation, any other applicable codes, and the Universitys master plan by reading, researching, reviewing, attending conferences, training, and meeting with internal and external personnel.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

5

Job Duty:

• Executes project specific activities including assisting with the bid process, procuring services, submitting change orders and approving expenditures, updating project schedules and budgets, reviewing and, when necessary for value engineering, providing project status reports.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

15

Job Duty:

• Communicates and coordinates project issues with internal and external clients, professional consultants, regulatory agencies, University administration, Facilities Services departments and personnel, coworkers by developing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships, meeting with concerned parties, negotiating expenditures, mediating user expectations, rening project scope, and conducting site visits.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

• Provides comprehensive guidance to customers in the procurement of professional design services and construction services as expeditiously as possible, in a manner best suited to their needs, and in compliance with the Procurement Code.
• Monitors state projects during construction to ensure the work complies with the building codes by reviewing inspection reports submitted by3rd party inspectors and design professionals for notations of deficiencies and corrective action taken on deficiencies.
• Physically inspects all construction project sites for compliance with the design drawings, campus standards and quality expectations.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

25

Job Duty:

• Executes development and coordination of major or signicant renovation projects through the planning, design, bidding, construction, and close out phases including but not limited to meeting with clients, A/E consultants and Facilities leadership;
• Determining scope and duration; coordinating A/E procurement, cost estimates, and feasibility studies;
• Implementing established budget and schedule to meet program needs and limitations; Negotiating to gain consensus and nal approval;
• Providing summary reports and direction to all parties involved.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

25

Job Duty:

• Provides assistance to the Assistant Director, Director, and Assistant Vice President of Planning Design and Construction as required to improve office policies, procedures, and design standards.
• Provides guidance and input on the resolution of contractual issues;
• Identifies and implements innovative procurement and contract management strategies to achieve project success.

Essential Function:

No

Percentage of Time:

5

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:

No

Hazardous weather category:

Non-Essential

Number of Vacancies:

1

Job Open Date:

01/30/2025

Job Close Date:

06/03/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.
THIS POSITION IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. APPLICATIONS PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED ARE STILL BEING CONSIDERED. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO APPLY.
This posting can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by June 3, 2025.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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