Construction Manager - Design and Construction

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in construction, related field, or equivalent, and two years of related experience.

Job Summary:

Work with other project team members to ensure that construction project coordination, communication, and administration with regard to scope, schedule, budget, and documentation are executed in a timely manner. Serve as the primary resource to the team and stakeholders on construction-related activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years’ experience in Healthcare, Research, and/or Academic Facilities
• Certified Healthcare Constructor
• Certified Healthcare Facility Manager
• Intermediate level computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• e-Builder
• RS Means estimating software.

Job Duties: 

• Responsible for construction scope, schedule, budget, and move-in activities.
• Clear and concise communications with users, stakeholders, and Business Operations and Facilities Leadership.
• Select optimal construction delivery method for projects based on scope, budget, schedule, procurement strategy, and type of contract.
• Manage general contractors and vendors effectively throughout construction and move in processes.
• Review and interpret drawings/plans/specifications and addendums in accordance with design guidelines and contract documents.
• Document any deviations from original scope and budget; alert Design & Construction leadership if deviations occur, recommend solutions and alternatives to bring into compliance.
• Serve internal and external customers with timely and detailed communications.
• Conduct inspections and commissioning on all construction projects.
• Close out projects in a timely manner, including managing the punch list process and financial accountability for open purchase orders and invoices.
• Conduct yearly warranty walk-through in accordance with contract specifications.
• Evaluate general contractors and architects/engineers.
• Follow and support the guidelines, standards, and policies established by the Institution and the Design and Construction Process.
• Performs related duties as required. 

Working Environment/Equipment:

Standard office, construction site, workshop, hospital, clinical, laboratory, and correctional facility environments. Frequent daily travel to other UTMB facilities and campuses located between Houston and Galveston. Travel in a personal vehicle is required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Well-organized and attentive to detail.
• Able to prioritize high-volume workload.
• Verbal and written communication skills across the organization.
• Collaboration with team members and other stakeholders.

Salary Range:

Actual salary commensurate with experience.