The University of NewMexico’s (UNM) Facilities Design & Construction (FDC) seeks an AssociateProject/Construction Manager to join our vibrant, committed team ofprofessionals who support the built environment at UNM. The AssociateProject/Construction Manager will be responsible for managing small projects atthe University up to $500,000, moving them through the design and constructionprocess with a variety of stakeholders with seamless execution.
UNM’s FDC providesseamless delivery of professional support services to internal clients usingbest practices in capital project planning, development, and construction.
Please notethat only complete applications (including cover letter and resume) will bereviewed. See application instructions fordetails.
Duties of the AssociateProject/Construction Manager will include, but are not limited to:

• Managing several small- to medium-sized capital projects concurrently, ranging in budget from $500 to $500,000 or more;
• Serving as the liaison between FDC and your projects’ clients;
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders such as UNM IT and UNM Facilities Management, among others;
• Recording project information in our department project management information system.

This position will becritical in fulfilling FDC’s mission of providing excellent customer service toour clients. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the design andconstruction process and be able to balance multiple priorities in a focusedmanner and build positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and thedepartment.
FDC is currentlyoperating under a telecommuting (hybrid) work arrangementthat is subject to change in support of our business needs.
UNM employees enjoy anexcellent benefits package, including four (4) weeks of vacation, paidholidays, sick leave, retirement benefits, tuition remission benefits foryourself, and additional education benefits to spouses or domestic partners anddependent children of eligible employees and retirees.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service, communicating clearly and appropriately to clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to read construction documents and provide simple, preliminary estimates.
• General knowledge of the NM Procurement Code.
• General knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Building Codes.
• Demonstrated ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.