Mid Level Construction Project Manager Jobs

Job Profile Facilities Specialist 2
Job Family Facilities Management
Time Type Full time
Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary

Provides intermediate to complex facilities operations support for a department based on established policies and procedures.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Estimator to join the Facilities Management team at Arizona State University. The Estimator will play a crucial role in assessing project costs, preparing accurate estimates, and supporting the planning and budgeting processes for facilities management initiatives. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with operations and project teams to ensure precise and comprehensive cost estimates.

Essential Duties

• Collaborate with facilities teams, operations, project managers, manufacturer representatives, contractors, architects, engineers and/or other outside subject matter experts to gather all relevant information necessary for developing project scope, estimates and schedules.
• Work closely with university customers on scopes to ensure estimates account for schedules and operational needs.
• Analyze project documents, including blueprints, specifications, and other relevant data to determine quantity takeoffs to develop material, labor, and equipment costs.
• Analyze contractor quotes and estimates if applicable for completeness; compare costs, quantities, and scopes to those already developed.
• Perform field site visits to thoroughly and safely verify, research, and evaluate existing conditions and systems; document findings through the use of photos, videos, or other electronic means and provide detailed electronic reports identifying issues discovered, and a scope of work along with means and methods of completion.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities as it relates to cost, schedule, construction, maintenance, longevity, and other factors inherent and important to facilities operations.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for facilities management projects, ensuring alignment with industry standards, university guidelines, and field conditions.
• Develop cost estimates for new construction, renovation, and maintenance projects based on the developed project scope and field conditions.
• Develop and electronically maintain historical cost data records for future project reference.
• Keep up with industry trends, improved products, regulations, and best practices.
• Make informed recommendations to leadership based on up-to-date market trends, material costs, and developments in the construction industry.
• Provide support during the bid proposal process, including the preparation of bid documents and comprehensive cost breakdowns.
• Schedule Project Turnover meetings with Project Managers and other team members as required; support Project Managers and other team members in other meetings as needed.
• Ability to accurately manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work in a fast paced environment, and turn around estimates in an expedient manner without compromising integrity or thoroughness.
• Travel to other Arizona based campuses for estimating projects at those locations.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and will require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Salary Range

$62,000 - $65,000 per year or commensurate of experience and education. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in preparing project scope, sketches, markups, and cost estimates for facility projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all phases of repair, construction, and alteration work performed by skilled trades personnel, including knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, and materials of the construction trades.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction materials, methods, and industry standards.
• Experience in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings.
• Experience in estimation software such as RSMeans and Microsoft Excel.
• Evidence of a Professional certification in estimating or project management.
• Experience in working on facilities management projects in a higher education institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial deferred maintenance MEP systems estimating.
• Demonstrated knowledge with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
• Experience in scheduling entire building projects with multiple phases.
• Experience in developing deferred maintenance projects and scope estimates.
• Demonstrated knowledge of local building codes and regulations.
• Experience with project management skills for coordinating multiple estimates and projects simultaneously.
• Evidence of effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Working Environment

Most activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals. Occasional fieldwork, which may require accessing paved, rocky or uneven areas and exposure to dirt, dust, extreme temperatures and inclement weather. Must drive ASU vehicles.

Department Statement

What’s in it for you?

Looking For An Employer That Offers You Solid Growth Opportunities, As Well As a Culture And Work/life Balance? ASU Offers The Following

• Flexible work schedules
• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
• Disability and leave program for income protection
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position. This position is located at the ASU Tempe campus, 1551 S. Rural Road Tempe AZ, 85287.

This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and will require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

This position requires that you must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.

Driving Requirement

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location: Campus: Tempe

Funding

No Federal Funding

Instructions To Apply

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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