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Position Summary
The Capital Project Construction Manager is responsible for performing a wide
range of administrative and professional duties in connection with the
coordinating, scheduling and managing of capital project construction
activities and project-based budgeting for the Operations and Facilities
Division. Duties require a high level of expertise in project management and
detailed knowledge of building, utility distribution systems and site work
construction projects, and project management protocols and budgeting. A
strong background in commercial construction systems and mechanical,
electrical and plumbing services is required.
Under the direction of the Director of Capital Projects and the Vice President
for Operations and Facilities, the Capital Project Construction Manger
performs a variety of highly technical assignments to aid in the capital
projects daily operations related to planning and implementing of construction
services required supporting capital projects. The incumbent may also take
direction from the Executive Director of Facilities Management, related to
integration with facilities operations and desired outcomes. Work primarily
focuses on project management services relating to new construction and
related renovation of campus facilities.
This position is funded by Mercy College's capital plan, and contingent with
on-going capital project plan which is commencing a new multi-year capital
plan to support strategic plan initiatives.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Lead in effectively managing, coordinating, implementing and controlling
the construction process relating to campus capital project activities
Develop and implement methods of managing construction activities that
ensure proper campus wide coordination and scheduling to maximize
efficiency, maintain quality goals and minimize impacts to the campus
community
Aid in the development of procedures, specifications and standards to be
utilized for campus construction contract activities
Coordinate required scopes of work, and initiate design drawings and cost
proposals for construction activities
Establish a close working team relationship with campus departments such
as Campus Safety, Information Technology, Student Services; as well as
external agencies such as the Village of Dobbs Ferry and Village of
Irvington
Review the work of consultants. Possess the ability to read and understand
construction drawings and specifications
Inform key personnel of project schedules, communicate scope and possible
impacts, and coordinate any required outages
Assist in the development of budget tracking and implementation tools,
utilizing the Mercy Banner system, and supplemental Excel and other
program documents
Perform fiscal management of assigned capital activities, including
project budgeting, record keeping, accounting and other functions relative
to allocations, encumbrances, expenditures for the capital facilities
process, along with the Exec Dir for Business Services
Address questions and clarifications related to contract documents, along
with design professionals
Perform regular on-site observations of projects under construction and
monitor the quality of design and construction work performed by
architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and sub-contractors
Provides required construction supervision and inspect projects;
coordinating project meetings and preparing reports. Establish methods to
ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and within quality
standards
Perform independent, in-depth, investigations of specific problems
providing analysis and recommendations. Develop and/or review technical
reports and field surveys
Review and approve shop drawings and submittals
Researches and develops technical data necessary to resolve complex design
and construction problems
Aids in determining code compliance and consults with code enforcement
agencies regarding interpretation and application. Assists in initiating
the preparation of contract documentation and ensures compliance with
applicable regulations
Review contractor documentation including requests for information,
payment requests, change orders and assist with project closeout
activities
Strive to maintain a positive professional relationship with project
agencies, as well as the contractor-client
Assists in the administrative and project management duties relating to
the daily capital activity financial management, design development and
construction and plant operations of the Operations & Facilities Division
Possess the ability to perform duties typical to utilizing a computerized
data system for integrated project management and scheduling
Qualifications Required
Bachelor's degree in architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology or
a closely related field, and two years full-time work experience relating
to project management in construction of institutional/commercial
facilities
OR (8) Eight years of full-time professional experience as specified above,
with relevant professional training and certification, and an understanding of
higher education environments
Must possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
A working knowledge of building codes is preferred
