Construction Superintendent - Facilities & Services

Construction Superintendent - Facilities & Services Construction Services
Job Summary Supervises direct reports and performs other functions in support of the Construction Services Department. Communicates with project stakeholders to develop and manage the scope, budget, and schedule for small construction projects using a combination of F&S Crafts & Trades staff and Contractor Services and Job Order Contracting (JOC) external contractors. Manages all facets of assigned construction projects, including estimating, scheduling, communicating, coordinating, and confirming work of external contractors and F&S Crafts & Trades to ensure scope is delivered within approved budget and schedule. Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages and enforces applicable University processes and regulations for both F&S and Departmental coordinated Work delivered through the Contractor Services portal. Performs risk assessments of proposed Work to determine resources needed to successfully complete the work, including but not limited to: Project Coordinator, Procurement/Receiving, Design Services, Commissioning & Inspection, etc.
• Performs supervisory duties for direct reports, including assigning and reviewing project work, time-reporting review, leave approval, evaluations, discipline, support staffing needs (such as: training, equipment, vehicles, office supplies, safety training, etc.), and other duties as needed and as assigned.
• Acts as Construction Services liaison to assigned campus units.
• Monitors project backlogs and metrics (budget and schedule) on active projects for assigned staff and self. Daily review, prioritization, and delegation of projects and project delivery methods, including regularly participating in Work Induction Board.
• Meets with stakeholders/clients to determine the scope of work requested. Review the site and available documents of the proposed work to determine project extent, parameters, and constraints. Plans project work including defining job activities, activity sequences, craft jurisdictions, scheduling constraints, and tools and materials needed. Develops project schedule to complete the work. Orders material and equipment as required. Estimate the cost of the project and prepare an estimate summary for the client. Selects appropriate combination of construction resources such as Job Order Contracting, Contractor Services, and F&S Crafts & Trades to successfully complete the work. Ensure project budgets and schedules are achievable and that the best available delivery methods are utilized.
• Supervises assigned work to ensure compliance with the project design, codes, and other guidelines, while also ensuring that project budgets and schedules are met. Review all facets of the completed project. Generate project reports as requested. Keeps stakeholders up to date on the project status through completion and close-out. Reports and files project data and Contractor Services data in appropriate Network Folders and AiM.
• Collaborate with other F&S units regarding process improvement, work flow process, and project management.
  Continual personal, professional and organizational development through resources such as: APPA, MAPPA, CITES Training Services, Center for Training and Professional Development, etc... Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Supports the Mission, Vision, Values and Guiding Principles of Facilities & Services.

Physical Demands

Walking : Occasionally

Sitting : Occasionally

Climbing : Occasionally

Working Conditions

Extreme cold : Occasionally

Additional Physical Demands ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

Physical Requirements

The incumbent will travel around campus and all over buildings from basements to penthouses as well as in and out of mechanical places and tight working spaces. The incumbent must be able to climb ladders and may have to negotiate close areas, roofs or uneven surfaces. The successful incumbent needs to be able to maintain a high energy level while working in what can be moderate to high levels of physical exertion.
Work Environment
1. Occasional outdoor work is required and may expose the incumbent to all weather conditions.
2. The incumbent is subject to stress induced by trying to control project budgets many with limited Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Any combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the following categories:

A. work experience in construction management, building project management or a closely related field.

B. college course work in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

• 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
• Associate Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen (18) months
• 90-semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
• Bachelors Degree or higher (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

3. Four (4) years (48 months) of building construction management and/or building project management experience, of which two (2) years (24 months) must have included supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of maintenance, repair, as well as remodeling/construction techniques and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of standard construction practices and craft jurisdictional guidelines.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, University Facilities Standards, and University procedures and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of institutional purchasing and accounting procedures.
• Skill in supervising, organizing, and coordinating the work of others.
• Skill in monitoring use of construction products, materials, and procedures and building craft jurisdiction.
• Working knowledge of design in architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical engineering and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to express information on any phase of project work in written or oral form which can be readily understood by technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of current software and procedures related to project management, including scheduling, and estimating tools.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service Construction Superintendent position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after July 12, 2025. The budgeted salary range for the position is $105,000-$115,000.

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Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 12, 2025 . Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray, ... , or email ... . For questions regarding the application process, please contact ....

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Requisition ID : 1031178
Job Category : Civil Service
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