Construction Project Manager at State University Construction Fund

The State University Construction Fund (the "Fund") is currently seeking a Construction Project Manager to join our Design and Construction team at our office in Buffalo, NY.

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for administering construction projects on the State University Campuses from the start of the construction phase to project closeout, managing the consultant and contractor during the construction phase to ensure timely completion of a project constructed in accordance with the contract documents, the processing of change and field orders, extra compensation authorizations, and payment applications.

The individual in this role must have a fundamental understanding of construction practices and construction management procedures. Construction Project Managers will be required to complete NYS DOS training to secure and maintain Code Enforcement Officer Certification. Construction Project Managers also assist team members in document review and advise Program Management of budget concerns.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and participate in on-site project meetings and quarterly progress meetings.
• Perform periodic job site inspections.
• Maintain project records.
• Process change/field orders, ECA's and payment applications.
• Participate in resolution of construction issues.
• Interface with campus representatives.
• Review documents for code compliance and constructability.
• Perform close out tasks, participate in final inspection, issue certificate of occupancy/compliance.
• Provide assistance during the design phase as required.
• Travel within New York State, sometimes overnight, is required.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Qualifications & Experience Requirements:

Associates degree with 10 years experience (professional license may be substituted for 3 years experience); or a Bachelor's or Masters degree with 10 years experience (license may be substituted for 5 years experience); or 15 years experience with a professional license.

• Working knowledge of applicable codes, laws, rules and standards regulating design and construction, including the Building Codes of New York State.
• Effective communication and written skills.
• Fundamental understanding of construction practices and construction management practices and procedures.
• Ability to understand contract documents.
• Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office and SUCF project management applications.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Additional Information:

Salary range: $86,214 - $120,160 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including New York State Pension/Retirement, Health Insurance (including Rx, Dental, and Vision), Vacation, Sick, Personal time, 13 paid holidays, Telecommuting, and much more!

Note on Telecommuting:  After six months of employment, employees are eligible to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute a limited number of days, according to the Fund's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

For consideration and instructions on how to apply, please visit our careers page at http://sucf.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=161344

About Us
Located in beautiful downtown Albany, NY, the State University Construction Fund is a New York State entity dedicated solely to the State University of New York's building and infrastructure assets at 32 campuses and 3 teaching hospitals. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence and diversity.

The State University Construction Fund is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or retaliation.