Construction Contract Administrator

Company: Texas State University
Location: San Marcos
Posted on: March 15, 2020

Job Description:

Posting InformationPosting Number2020264Posting/Functional TitleConstruction Contract AdministratorUniversity Pay Plan TitleConstruction Contract AdministratorLocationSan MarcosDepartmentUtility OperationsRecruitment TypeOpen to AllJob TypeFull-TimeMonthly SalaryCommensurate with ExperienceJob CategoryNon-ExemptRequired Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.Knowledge of: construction trade standards, codes, regulations, and laws; construction materials; project sequence; AutoCAD software and other building trades software; engineering practices, principles and theory; planning, estimating, drafting, and inspection;Skill in: communicating and interacting courteously with the campus community, clients, design professionals and contractors; working as a team member; prioritizing workload, problem solving and decision making.Ability to: Interpret contract documents, technical manuals, schematics, blueprints and other instructions; assess renovation and major maintenance project scope; prepare clear, concise, grammatically accurate documentation and correspondence, and communicate effectively.Preferred QualificationsPreferred (Optional Skills and Experiences)Bachelors degree in engineering or minimum five-year experience working on distributed utility systems is considered a plus.Experience with Texas State University construction standards is a plus.Experience using RSMeans and/or Costworks estimating software is a plus.Experience managing projects in a higher-education setting is a plus.Job DescriptionResponsible for planning, estimating, directing, scheduling, inspecting and coordinating construction activities of campus facilities (specifically utility infrastructure) renovation and maintenance projects to ensure objectives are met within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.Job Duties-Manage, monitor and direct contracts with contractors, architects, engineers, consultants for assigned projects.-Plan, design, schedule and estimate various requests for new construction projects, facility modification/renovation or major maintenance.-Develop specifications for goods and services by researching vendor data and referencing applicable codes, regulations and standards.-Analyze project requests.-Prepare project contract documents including contract change orders and addendums.-Meet with project sequesters, interpret requests for feasibility, and prioritize projects.-Assist in developing various reports, plans, budgets, and schedules.-Provide regular project updates to Utilities Operations (UO) administration.-Prepare plan review documents.-Coordinate activities of UO and Facilities Operations labor and resources to support projects.-Act as UO liaison with various campus units that may be impacted by scope of project.-Perform other duties as assigned.Additional Information to ApplicantsEducational ExperienceTo qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Job Open Date02/21/2020Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)03/17/2020Open Until FilledNoNormal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayNormal Work Hours Start8:00AMNormal Work Hours End5:00PMPosting NoticesApplicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ELECTRONICALLY ATTACH A RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO YOUR APPLICATION. , YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ELECTRONICALLY ATTACH A LIST OF REFERENCES.Legal and Required NoticesTexas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is anEOE.Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.Why work @ Texas State? Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents! Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more! Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensiveFREEwellness program Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus Retirement peace of mind:TRSpension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributionsBy joining the Texas State Bobcat team, youll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.Quick Linkhttp://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/30123Applicant Document

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