Assoc Project/Construction Mgr

Assoc Project/Construction Mgr Requisition ID req26910 Working Title Assoc Project/Construction Mgr Position Grade 12 Position Summary THE BEST CONSIDERATION DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 10.09.23 The University of New Mexico's (UNM) Planning, Design & Construction (PDC) seeks an Associate Project/Construction Manager to join our vibrant, committed team of professionals who support the built environment at UNM. The Associate Project/Construction Manager will be responsible for managing small projects at the University up to $300,000, moving them through the design and construction process with a variety of stakeholders with seamless execution. UNM's PDC provides seamless delivery of professional support services to internal clients using best practices in capital project planning, development, and construction. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete the online application, include a cover letter, include a current resume, and provide (3) supervisory references. Duties of the Associate Project/Construction Manager will include, but are not limited to: Managing multiple small capital projects ranging from $500 - $300,000 or more; Serving as our liaison between PDC and your projects' clients; Coordinating with internal stakeholders such as UNM IT and UNM Facilities Management, among others; Recording project information in our department software. This position will be critical in fulfilling PDC's mission of providing excellent customer service to our clients. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the design and construction process and be able to balance multiple priorities in a focused manner and build positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and the department. PDC is currently operating under a telecommuting (hybrid) work arrangement that is subject to change in support of our business needs. UNM employees enjoy a great benefits package, including: four (4) weeks of vacation annually, paid holidays and sick leave, medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their family, retirement benefits, tuition benefits for employees, additional education benefits to spouses or domestic partners, and dependent children of eligible employees and retirees. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job. Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Excellent customer service, communicating clearly and appropriately to clients, consultants, and stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to read construction documents and provide simple, preliminary estimates. General knowledge of the NM Procurement Code. General knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Building Codes. Demonstrated ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments. Additional Requirements Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics. Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Capital Projects Office (250A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3,589.73 - $5,040.53 depending on education & experience Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date 10/9/2023 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement Planning, Design & Construction is currently working under a hybrid work model. Performance of work duties are split between a UNM worksite and an alternative work location in New Mexico. This arrangement is subject to change at any time in support of our business needs. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A complete application includes: 1) Complete the official UNMJobs application. You must include all prior work experience and the number of hours worked per week. 2) Cover Letter - Please attach a cover letter that describes why you want this job. Address how your qualifications and work experience match the position and the preferred qualifications detailed in this job advertisement. 3) Resume - Please attach your current resume. Your resume should include a complete work history with beginning and ending dates (month/year). 4) References - Applicants must provide names and contact information for at least three supervisory references. Your cover letter, resume, and references should be uploaded as a PDF file. Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.