ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Capital Projects Manager
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary: The Capital Projects Manager, reporting to the VP of Capital Planning, Sustainability, and Campus Operations, is responsible for leadership, management, oversight and day-to-day project management for numerous large and small construction projects on five separate Colorado Mesa University campuses (CMU, WCCC, CLETC, FIRS, & Montrose). This position directly supervises one full-time staff member as well as indirectly supervising one additional staff member and various student staff. This position is responsible for project management; assessment and planning for all facility needs; budget development and monitoring; staff selection and recruitment; training and evaluation; personnel management; coordination and evaluation of work performed by design firms, contractors, and other outside agencies. This position is the departmental subject matter expert on campus planning, design, construction, code requirements, and project management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Oversees project management and administrative staff
• Set priorities, monitors operations, staffing, methods, and procedures, used in design, construction and project management to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable living and learning environment for students, faculty and staff
• Monitors facility conditions, develops needs, plans, and schedules projects for various maintenance units; coordinates projects with Risk Management & oversees various capital projects to include the planning, design and construction from concept through the warranty period
• Creates and manages budgets for all assigned projects, revises expenditure priorities as required, and suggests improvements to meet functional goals and objectives
• Assists Vice President with short and long range planning and budgeting for small projects, capital renewal, controlled maintenance, and capital construction projects
• Documents, monitors, and evaluates work of sub consultants and contractors and others performing work on CMU's five separate campus
• Provides leadership, guidance, mentorship, and coaching to project management and administrative staff
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships between maintenance, custodial services, access control, housing and residence life, and various other departments within CMU
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing
• Develops and maintains proactive customer service for assigned staff; develops and maintains training, safety and recognition programs
• Works together with students, faculty, and staff to provide timely updates and information as it relates to all construction projects on campus
• Develops specifications for work performed by contractors and vendors, while providing quality control of all products and services provided
• Monitors and manages all assigned construction projects via the university's work order system, to include efficient completion of requests and generation of reports to keep customers informed throughout the process
• Assures accurate completion and maintenance of administrative functions including leave management, hiring, training, and performance planning for the area of assignment
• Available after hours for calls related to call outs and building emergencies
• Serves on related University committees, represents Vice President of Campus Planning when needed, and attend conferences and seminars as requested
• Related duties as assigned or required to meet department and university goals and objectives.
  Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree, from an accredited four-year college or university, in engineering, architecture, project management or related field OR equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience, including 2 years of managerial experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent persuasion, negotiation and judgment skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to manage multiple concurrent tasks and responsibilities
• Working knowledge of life cycle costing
• Has excellent technical knowledge and skills
• Ability to earn a full delegation as CMU's State Buildings Representative within one year of high date
  Preferred Qualifications:
• 6-8 years' experience managing construction projects in a higher education setting
• Five years' experience with electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC systems
• Experience working in student housing
• Experience in maintenance, construction, building compliance, safety, and code regulations
• Evidence of progressive management responsibilities
• Possess a working knowledge of University and State of Colorado policies and procedures
• Full delegation as a State Buildings Representative at an institution of higher education in Colorado
  Salary: $85,000.00 - 95,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
  Department: Colorado Mesa University
  Employment Type: Administrative
  HOW TO APPLY
  Application Deadline: Open until filled.
  How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
  Direct Inquiries Contact: Kent Marsh, kmarsh3@coloradomesa.edu
  ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
  Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.
  At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
  The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
  Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
  Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.
  

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  Attn: Human Resources Office
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  Grand Junction, CO 81501

  970.248.1820