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Colgate University · 2 days ago

Capital Project Manager

Hamilton, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Colgate University is seeking a Project Manager for the Capital Project Management group to oversee renovations and new construction projects on campus. The Project Manager will be responsible for project programming, managing the overall design process, and overseeing construction and inspections related to new construction and existing facility renovations.

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Responsibilities

Manages construction projects on campus as assigned by the AVP of Facilities and Capital Projects

Serves as a liaison between Architects/Engineers, Contractors, and University stakeholders during major construction projects. This includes new construction and major renovations of existing facilities

Provides on-site inspection/coordination of construction projects on Colgate University owned facilities to assure compliance with plans and/or specifications for construction projects. Inspects all work-in-progress at construction sites

Serves as a team problem solver with contractors/sub-contractors and A/E teams

Verifies and approves applications for payment, negotiates necessary change orders

Issues weekly progress reports to immediate supervisor and University Administration

Assures timely completion of projects within pre-approved budgets

Reviews shop drawings; maintains project files and close out documentation

Confirms compliance with ADA, building, life safety codes and with internal security / safety requisites

Monitors the progress of projects under construction and follow-up to insure user satisfaction, quality control, and compliance within the budget

Participates in the selection of potential bidders/contractors through careful review of plans and specifications

Prepares required cost reports and maintains appropriate files

Performs related duties as assigned

Qualification

Construction AdministrationArchitecture/Engineering KnowledgeProject ManagementProject Management SoftwareBudget ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationTime Management

Required

A minimum of 5 years of related experience in project management, construction administration, architecture, engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required

Demonstrated progressive project experience with increasing project complexity required

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at various phases of development required

Must possess an intimate knowledge of all elements of planning, design, and construction, i.e. methods, systems, materials, contract enforcement and building code requirements

Demonstrated competence with project management software applications such as ProCore, CMiC, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project and the Microsoft Office Suite

Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with campus groups and facilities department constituencies; the ability to work independently, and a willingness to assume significant responsibility required

A minimum of an Associate's degree, or equivalent is required