The University of New Mexico

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico’s (UNM) Facilities, Design & Construction (FDC) department seeks a Senior Project/Construction Manager to join our vibrant, committed team of professionals who support the built environment at UNM’s campuses across the state. UNM FDC provides seamless delivery of professional support services to internal clients using best practices in capital project planning, development, and construction.

The Sr. Project/Construction Manager will:

• Manage all aspects of assigned university capital improvement projects from initial scoping and programming through completion and occupancy; facilitate, coordinate, and lead the execution of multiple, major and minor capital projects to ensure that project goals are met on-time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain project job files; directly responsible for scope, budget, and schedule development of assigned projects, and tracking of project schedule, budget, and project risks. Review, negotiate, and process change requests and change orders.
• Oversee procurement of project design consultants, contractors, vendors, and suppliers. 
• Manage project design, bids, construction, and move-in for internal clients to ensure design/function is achieved and consistent with overall institutional guidelines and standards.
• Perform quality control inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications, institutional standards, and industry standards. 
• Coordinate and manage activities of consultants, contractors, vendor personnel, and suppliers: monitor contracts for compliance and cost control.
• Directly manage FDC Project/Construction Managers, and/or Associate Project/Construction Managers to provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship on their projects and tasks. 
• Implement and help develop departmental processes, procedures, and policies to support optimum staff performance. 

UNM OFFERS AN OUTSTANDING BENEFITS PACKAGE, including:

• Four (4) weeks of paid vacation annually
• Paid holidays and paid sick leave
• Health (medical, dental, and vision) benefits for employees and their family
• Retirement benefits through NM Education Retirement Bureau
• Tuition remission benefits for staff, additional education benefits to spouses/domestic partners, and dependent children of eligible employees and retirees
• Life Insurance benefits
• Long-Term Care benefits and more 

How we work: 

Currently, FDC is working a hybrid schedule, three days in-office, two days remote; this may fluctuate in the future.

FDC is committed to training, education, and support in areas where prior experience can be enhanced.

We value a healthy work-life balance for our staff!

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 9 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

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as architecture, engineering, construction management, project management, or management;
• Strong supervisory experience and skills;
• Exceptional critical/generative thinking skills, allowing for complex operating, administrative, and procedural decisions along with the ability to independently problem-solve in a demanding work environment; independently;
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills operating at a high level of integrity;
• Experience with multiple project delivery systems;
• Knowledge of and experience working with New Mexico Procurement Code;
• Knowledge of and experience working with Federal, State, and local building codes, ordinances, and regulations and the various Authorities Having Jurisdiction (CID, NM SFM);
• High level expertise in cost and schedule management;
• Experience working with senior executive administration, executive clients, and internal and external stakeholders;
• Familiarity with Bluebeam and Acrobat

Pay Monthly: $4,688.67 - $6,709.73 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. 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.

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) professional references. Be sure to include your full professional employment history.

1. Complete the official online application.
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 (3) professional references with your application materials. References will not be contacted without the permission of the applicant.

Your cover letter, resume, and references should be uploaded as a PDF file. Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics. 

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 https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.