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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 23,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation; commitment to high-quality, affordable education; and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified (R2/high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university for three consecutive years as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here

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Project Construction Manager

Apply now Job no: 498595
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Managerial

Summary/Position Description:

The Division of Facilities, Planning and Operations at Rowan University is a growing enterprise. The Division’s mission is to create and sustain a vibrant, safe, supportive environment at Rowan’s campuses. The Division is dedicated to providing leadership in facilities, campus planning, development and maintenance. Organizationally, the Division is led by the Vice President of Facilities, Planning and Operations who is a member of the President’s executive cabinet.

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Vice President of Facilities Design and Construction the Project Construction Manager will be responsible for the daily management of design, construction, and other professionals employed in the planning, design, and construction of capital projects. 

The Position will manage a broad array of campus projects including new construction, building renovation, deferred maintenance, furniture procurement, architectural enhancements, building envelope repairs and upgrades, MEP upgrades, and landscape/storm water management projects.  Individual must have the technical ability to be a “hands on” problem solver for project related issues in the field as they arise and leverage their experience to find appropriate solutions within established project budget and schedule expectations. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manages work to assure adherence to departmental processes and procedures associated with the execution of capital projects. 
  • Manages assigned capital program elements to assure execution of projects within established budgets and schedules. 
  • Administration and maintenance of all contract documents, daily work reports, RFI’s, Construction Submittals, correspondence, change order requests, change orders, and related project documentation. 
  • Administration of financial records, maintenance of project budgets, and developing reports. 
  • Verification of work performed, recommendation for payment of payment applications submitted on behalf of architects, engineers, building contractors, construction managers, and other consultants. 
  • Coordinate project progress meetings, issues monthly status and financial reports, update construction progress schedules.
  • Facilitate the procurement of all required reviews, approvals, and permits by the Authorities Having Jurisdiction are obtained. 
  • Assist in generating monthly reports of budget and schedule performance of assigned capital program projects for University administration. 
  • Develop and coordinate working partnership with the Facilities Planning and Operations staff to ensure the planning, design, engineering, and Close Out/turnover phase of the project related scope advance the campus Strategic and Master Plans for construction related projects.
  • Responsible for engaging the University’s Environment Health and Safety Department to ensure all safety aspects of assigned projects are met.
  • Accountable for interfacing and developing relationships with other Campus Staff to ensure project delivery per project specifications and University standards.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

  • BA/BS degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or field related to construction management, or equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.

 Experience

  • Five (5) to Seven (7) years of progressively responsible Construction Management experience that includes on site supervision of building renovation and construction of new facilities, capital budget preparation and administration, and contract administration. 
  • Previous Project Management experience in Higher Education is highly desirable, but not required.
  • Working knowledge of local, state, and Federal Codes and Regulations is desirable.
  • Experience with third party developers and land development is desirable.
  • Working knowledge of project management software (i.e. P6, e Builder, etc.) within depth knowledge of Microsoft Office

Note: Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diverse people and abilities. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. 

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About Rowan University

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 23,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Rowan University is home to 16 individual colleges. For more information on these colleges, please click here.

Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation; commitment to high-quality, affordable education; and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified (R2/high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university for three consecutive years as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

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Non-Discrimination at Rowan University

Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Nondiscrimination at Rowan University: Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education or to the University’s Associate Vice President and Title IX Coordinator: Monise Princilus, Ed.S. , Associate Vice President and Title IX Coordinator, Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Savitz Hall, Suite 203, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, princilus@rowan.edu, 856-256-5440.

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Residency Requirements

Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.

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Rowan University is committed to assisting all members of the Rowan community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the Department of Public Safety website at: https://sites.rowan.edu/publicsafety/_docs/annual_security_report.pdf

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the Department of Public Safety Office, located at Bole Hall Annex, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (856) 256-4562 or 4506.

The report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, public safety authority, crime reporting policies, fire safety, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about fire statistics in Rowan University Residential Facilities and crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. This information is required by federal law, Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or "Clery Act" and is provided by the Rowan University Department of Public Safety.