Project Manager (On-site)

Experience and knowledge of building and construction, design, engineered systems, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including advanced understanding of industry practices, or deep expertise in a highly specialized and critical discipline.Thorough working knowledge of design, building and construction, contract administration, and full understanding of industry practices. Experience of current project and construction costs and with industry-standard cost estimating. Must have financial skills to develop and manage project budgets.Comprehension of California Building Code, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM), and policy requirements for higher education facilities.Ability to work effectively with diverse User groups and departments and be responsive to their needs. Excellent communication skills that demonstrate you are an effective, courteous, and diplomatic professional and can interact with a highly diverse population.Outstanding soft skills in problem recognition, avoidance, and issue resolution.Familiarity with design and construction contracts, contract law, public contracting code, and construction claims procedures. Ability to draft agreements consistent with Regental Policy.Thorough working knowledge of building and construction practices, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including a full understanding of industry standards.Ability to administer a construction contract through all phases of construction including contract document assembly, budgetary estimating, obtaining approvals, bidding, addendums, contract award, submittals, scheduling, progress/status meetings, contract compliance, change order negotiations, commissioning, punchlist, contract closeout, and enforcement of warranty period. Comprehensive project management skills, including skills to manage complex projects. Minimum six (6) years progressively responsible experience in construction project management.Proven skills in problem recognition/avoidance/resolutionOrganizational and analytical skills, including the ability to provide quality control. Detail-oriented to accurately proof contracts, plans, specifications, and other documents.Comprehensive written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills including a high level of political acumen.Proven ability to manage contractors and consultants, while maintaining compliance with the agreed-upon scope of work and budget.Knowledge of and ability to use computer software including Windows, MS Excel, MS Word, Bluebeam and AutoCad.Demonstrated understanding of technical staffing and workload issues across al crafts sufficient to accurately estimate, plan and schedule projects.Work experience requiring excellent interpersonal, public relations, team and consensus building, facilitation, and public speaking skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical information to lay persons.Knowledge of and ability to use project scheduling programs (MS Project, Primavera or equivalent) and database software (ProjectSight). (Preferred) Ability to analyze technical and budgetary data and clearly communicate results in written or verbal form. (Preferred)Experience working in an academic center setting.(Preferred)Familiarity with the UCOP Facilities Manual, policies, and procedures. (Preferred)Familiarity with California Public Contracting Code and Prevailing Wage Requirements. (Preferred)Estimating and construction administration experience. (Preferred)
Background Check


Background check required.
Policy Statement


How to Apply:
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The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan. Vaccination Program Policy:As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment. Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
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Employee Referral Program


This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows: Step 5 of 7 Referrals How did you hear about the job? (select) "other"Additional information? (select) "other"Specific Referral Source? (write in) first and last name of referring employee Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility.