Facilities & Construction Manager

Job TitleFacilities & Construction Manager Agency Texas A&M University Department Campus Planning, Design, & Construction Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability. Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values. Who we are Campus Planning, Design, & Construction (CPDC) manages the planning, design, and construction of the campus built environment in order to support the teaching and research mission of the university. What we want We are seeking to hire a Facilities and Construction Manager to manage our building designs and construction projects. Furthermore, collaboration and coordination with Facilities Management on topics of maintenance, facility operations, space planning/usage, and building security are expected. As well as serving as a liaison for TAMU System offices, TAMU departments, external design consultants and contractors to facilitate compliance with TAMU and Department requirements, and ensure successful achievement of project outcomes. The scope of responsibility includes serving all departments and divisions that are within the assigned area such as AgriLife, ENGR, etc.. Our successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to this position that demonstrates their competency and ability to understand and serve varying clientele. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) as stated above. If you are the proactive, innovative leader we are seeking we want you to apply to be considered for this great opportunity. What you need to know COVID-19 information: Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the University’s COVID-19 website. For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ COVID-19 website. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related field (e.g. Construction Science, Architecture, Engineering, Facilities Management) or equivalent combination of education and experience Five years of facilities operations, maintenance and construction related experience Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others Ability to comprehend and interpret engineering and construction plans Ability to create construction drawings using AutoCAD software Knowledge and understanding of applicable building codes (NEC, Life Safety, International, ADA) Ability to use word processing spreadsheets, presentation and other business software Required Licenses and Certifications: Class C Drivers License or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire Preferred Experience: TAMU facilities operations and maintenance experience Higher Education facilities operations, maintenance and construction experience Responsibilities: Project Management - Designs and manages building modifications and new construction. Provides planning and oversight of projects. Defines scope of work required by supervising the development of design drawings, preparing cost estimates, and investigating alternatives. Manages the construction process by monitoring the budget, performing inspections, and coordinating outages. Oversees the workflow of the projects logistics to meet specifications. Plans and organizes activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems. Inspects or reviews projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, security or other regulations. Prepares and submits budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports. The position requires driving a University or other motor vehicle to project sites that are on and off campus. Agreements - Prepares contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. Recommendations - Coordinates facility issues with appropriate officials. Serves as a liaison for Facilities Coordinators and Managers. Recommends space allocation and design changes. Works with departments/divisions and negotiate space needs. The scope of responsibility includes all departments and divisions within the assigned area (AgriLife, ENGR, etc.). Performs other duties as assigned. Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University and TAMHSC, must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate, specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.