Construction Project Manager II

Position Title:
Construction Project Manager II

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in the project management of and construction methods for commercial, industrial, agricultural and/or scientific building projects.
Experience with facilities improvement projects, especially remodel projects.
Experience with higher education and/or public sector projects, including experience with procurement methods/contracts and policies.
Experience with ADA accessibility standards, building codes, fire protection codes and mechanical, plumbing and electrical codes.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing construction related budgets.
Experience with project/construction management software.

Job Description:

Summary

The Facilities Planning & Management department at Iowa State University is seeking candidates for a Construction Project Manager II to provide project and construction management services for small capital renewal and building repair projects for campus facilities.

Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is an organization that is dedicated to the maintenance and enhancement of Iowa State University, one of the nation’s leading educational and agricultural institutes. But more importantly, FP&M is dedicated to their employees and enhancing the lives of each team member through opportunities both professionally and personally. FP&M is one of the largest departments on campus and currently employs over 450 full-time employees and students combined.

Example of Duties

• Plans and coordinates design and construction of multiple concurrent small construction and repair projects using outside contractors, in-house facilities staff, product vendors and others.
• Acts as primary liaison with campus customers to ensure project’s needs are met.
• Prioritizes activities and resources to keep projects on schedule.
• Oversees project budgets.
• Participates in developing project cost and budget reports.
• Works with designers to evaluate products and design standards for building repair-type projects.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. 

Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS810

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:
April 12, 2024

Posting Close Date:
April 28, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14457