Construction Engineer Jobs in El Paso, TX

Position Information

Hiring Department: Planning & Construction

Reports To: Senior Construction Manager for Planning & Construction

Job Location: El Paso, Texas (On Site)

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm. Flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and education.

Required Application Materials:

- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of three references

Position Summary

Responsible for the day to day management of all aspects of capital improvement projects bidding, construction, and close out phases. To assist the Project Managers during the early phases of a capital or improvement project in the review of projects for constructability, code, university standards, and good construction practice. The Construction Manager is required to provide support for project management by providing estimates, schedules, condition assessments and other work as requested. Serve as the primary point of contact between the University and project contractors or trades personnel. Responsible for complying with all policies, mandates and instruction given by the Assistant Director or by Director for Planning and Construction.

Conducts investigations and observations of architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical systems to determine facility condition, and/or conducts investigations in preparation for maintenance or modification of buildings and facilities.

Conduct all pre-bid meetings and walk-through with the Project Manager acting as technical support.

Conduct all preconstruction meetings with the Project Manager acting as technical support including discussing the end-user roles and responsibilities and leads discussions of the contractor roles and responsibilities.

Request and follow-up on all front-end requirements from the Project manager including but not limited to project schedule, schedule of values, Receipt/return of all submittals, parking permits/staging/dismissal of all parking tickets as required, and prepare weekly field reports (one per project minimum).

The Construction Manager will be empowered to make field decisions which do not impact design image, scope, time or budget without first coordinating with the Director for Planning and Construction or designated point of contact.

The Construction Manager will coordinate the efforts of the Project Managers additional involvement as required to solve filed issues during the construction process. This coordination is required in order to manage the impact on scope, schedule and budget and will monitor adherence to schedule and budget (the Construction Manager must have continuous discussion with the Project Managers throughout the construction process).

The Construction Manager will manage the project milestones during construction phase and monitor installation of all building systems depicted in the design intent.

The Construction Manager will manage timelines of all institution managed work such as but not limited to: Scheduling and installation of Information Resource systems, scheduling and installation of Audio-Visual systems; scheduling and installation of furniture, fixtures and equipment and scheduling and coordination of visits to project site from Facilities Dept.

The Construction Manager will manage the Project closeout activities; such as but not limited to: schedule/receive/verify completion of final punch lists; schedule/receive/request applicable final signatures on substantial completion form; verify completion of all pending front end requirements; receive and transition all Operations/Maintenance Manuals to Facilities Dept., conduct meeting with contractor and end-user on how to “use” their facility, transition control of project over to Facilities Dept. and prepare Facilities Dept. resource contact list for end-users.

Assist in the development of detailed time and material estimates for projects in design, as requested.

Reviews projects for constructability, code compliance, and University standards. Leads or participates in value analysis reviews of projects as requested.

Assist in the preparation of requests for proposals and conducts all necessary meetings to facilitate hiring construction services.

Participates with evaluation committees to develop recommendations for selection of Constructors, when assigned. Ensures that all evaluations are conducted in a fair and open manner.

On projects bid to general contractors; plans, schedules, coordinates, manages, and monitors project activities in the bidding, construction, and close out phases, as assigned.

On University constructed projects (projects not bid to a general contractor); directs construction and maintenance activities at project site, including supervision of construction personnel (i.e. trade or shop crews, architects, engineers, operators, laborers, and site foreman) and subcontract personnel assigned to the project; manages procurement of tools, equipment, and materials in conformance with project needs and work schedules.

Serves as University (Owner) Representative on larger facility projects managed by University of Texas System OFPC, as assigned and he or she is responsible to represent the needs and vision of the institution.

Observes the construction process on site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to plans, specifications, and safety standards.

Coordinates project activities and utility outages with affected University community.

Prepares detailed reports on project progress as required.

Implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, University policies, and regulations.

Receives pay requests from service providers, vendors, and contractors and approves for payment.

Assists in development of new standards of practice for Construction Management activities within the Department of Planning and Construction.

Monitors and facilitates resolution of construction contract disputes and claims.

Coordinates with facility occupants move-in to new or renovated facilities.

Coordinates facility commissioning and manages warranty phase work.

Shares responsibility in organizing and maintaining past and present University building and site drawings and construction and construction-related documents including drawings, maps, blueprints, surveys, specifications, and project files for proper storage.

Knowledge of all required electronic software packages required to discharge his or her duties including but not limited to, current versions of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD 2013 software and able to learn and use any additional institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Associate Degree within area of assigned responsibility. Texas Licensure within area of assigned responsibility. Professional Degree in Architecture, and or Professional Degree in Engineering. Valid Texas Professional or Technical License in good standing.

and

Experience: Seven years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Occasional traveling required.

Note: This position requires a valid, state issued drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications:

- 10 years of technical or professional experience.
- Experience with Institution of Higher Education desired.

Why Pick UTEP

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan. Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature.

Miner Perks and Benefits

What UTEP Offers:

- Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
- Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long-term disability plans
- Retirement Programs
- Longevity Pay
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts & Perks
- Employee Education Assistance program
- And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.

Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.

Additional Information

Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.