ADMINISTRATOR OF CONSTRUCTION

Position Overview

Subject to approval of the Deputy Director of Construction, this position provides strategic leadership and direction for the design and construction of capital improvement projects for the State of Illinois. The position focuses on policy, strategy and organizational management to ensure the Construction Unit delivers the state construction programs and projects in an efficient, effective and accountable manner. The core responsibilities include directs construction projects and design of Capital Development Board (CDB) capital improvement projects.

Essential Functions

• Administers and directs the overall design and construction of CDB capital improvement projects.
• Supervises a staff of Regional Managers in Region 1, 2, and 3 who oversees all Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and CDB Project Technicians. 
• Addresses complex or escalated issues with architects, engineers, contractors and client agencies that cannot be resolved at the Regional Manager level; may require in person meetings with some travel required.
• Researches and recommends project strategies, delivery methods and other contractual options.
• Provides reports, delivers presentations and represents CDB at executive meetings, legislative hearings and stakeholder events, in which travel may be required.
• Oversees and reviews Request for Proposal and Change Order (RFP/CO), Proceed Orders and Modifications for all construction projects under the jurisdiction of CDB to determine justification, accuracy, coordination and estimated cost and project impact.
• Coordinates with the Capital Programs Administrator, the Professional Services Administrator and other divisions to deliver timely and accurate construction expertise.
• Maintains harmonious working relationships with client agencies in conducting all aspects of project development and construction.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related degree.
• Requires ten (10) years' experience in construction management. 
• Requires two (2) years' experience supervising professional staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers professional licensure as an architect or engineer.
• Prefers Construction Management Certification.
• Prefers two (2) years' experience managing the expectations of stakeholders, including clients, construction industry professionals, government agencies and construction regulators.
• Prefers two (2) years' experience developing and delivering presentations, briefings, reports, training and updates to executive leadership and staff.
• Prefers two (2) years' experience with office software packages including Microsoft Office, and virtual meeting platforms including Cisco Webex.
• Prefers working knowledge of construction industry software including PrimaveraP6, MS Project, Smartsheet or Procore, construction industry BIM or CAD solutions such as AutoCAD, BIM, Revit, or Bluebeam.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

2. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.

3. Requires appropriate driver's license.

4. Requires ability to stand, walk, walk on uneven surfaces, balance stoop, kneel, climb stairs and ladders and maneuver in tight spaces, all in varying weather conditions.

5. Requires ability to work outside of normal business hours.

6. Requires the use of an agency supplied cell phone and computer equipment.

7. Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 51 LCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending state employment the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-state employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

8. This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-10\ of the Illinois Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. This Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (SILCS 420/4A ct seq) requires certain states officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (see Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

9. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.