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　　Posting Details

　　Position Information

　　Posting Number S05157P

　　Position Title Assistant Director of Capital Construction Projects

　　Department Facilities Mgmt Administration

　　Location Arlington

　　Job Family Facilities/Construction

　　Position Status Full-time

　　Work Hours Standard

　　Work Schedule

　　Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

　　Open to External and Internal

　　Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

　　Duration Funding expected to continue

　　Pay Basis Monthly

　　Benefits Eligible Yes

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　　University Information

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

　　Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

　　Job Summary

　　Provide professional project construction management leadership on multiple mid-sized to large, complex higher education academic, and research capital projects (new and renovations) at UT Arlington. Manages the construction, commissioning, and turn-over of capital projects by providing project leadership, communication, coordination and conflict resolution to ensure project goals are met. Project portfolio: Typically, 1-3 active projects with an average total value of $100M or more.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　During project’s design phase, facilitates RFQ and RFP selection process; constructability design reviews; cost reconciliation at each phase of design; and manages the AE/ CMAR /DB during Pre-Construction.

　　During the project’s construction phase:

　　Responsible for project budget. Reviews construction contracts, changes, technical service contracts, Guaranteed Maximum Price submittals, buy-out documents, pay applications, etc.

　　Responsible for project schedule. Drives progress of consultants and contractors to achieve expected project functionality; and recommends alternatives to recover negative drift.

　　Provides leadership for quality assurance and commissioning. Ensures projects are constructed in compliance with project documents, and state and federal regulations. Coordinates A/E, and third-party testing and inspection, including testing and balancing consultants, commissioning consultants, life safety inspections, TDLR inspections, and other consultants as required by the projects.

　　Responsible for maintaining project documentation, including change orders, RFI’s, Submittal & Shop Drawing approvals, and Substitution Requests, monthly Payment Applications, including Primavera schedule updates, surety releases, bonds, payroll, wage rates, subcontracts, HUB participation, retainage release

　　Monitors job site safety and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and ensures follow-up of remedial action by contractor.

　　Facilitates contractor involvement in the warranty period. Leads one-year warranty walk-through and report.

　　Assist with in-house renovation projects as other duties allow

　　Stays current in Codes and Regulations applicable to design and construction, including International Building Codes, NFPA 101, TDLR , OSHA , ADA , ASHRAE 90.1, SWPPP , and any special requirements of the building type (e.g., healthcare, research labs, special campus project types, etc.) or the local jurisdictions.

　　Drive a UTA vehicle.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction management or related field.

　　Ten (10) years of construction project management experience.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Fifteen (15) years of construction project management experience with a minimum of five (5) years construction management experience in a university setting preferred.

　　Licensed architect who is competent in all conventional aspects of architecture.

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Knowledge of and experience with appropriate computer applications, such as MS Office Suite, MS Project, AutoCad, Project Management Software, and an Overall Understanding of the Construction Process.

　　Other Requirements

　　Working Conditions

　　Work is performed in a construction office environment and may result in exposure to extreme weather conditions, chemical fumes, and electrical and mechanical hazards. Uses personal computer and other standard office equipment. Requires occasional evening or weekend hours.

　　Special Conditions for Eligibility

　　ProCard Purchase are needed; Specific Job requirements of physical location of position allocated to this classification render the position security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215.

　　CBC Requirement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

　　EEO Statement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

　　ADA Accommodations

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].

　　Posting Detail Information

　　Number of Vacancies 1

　　Open Until Filled

　　Minimum Number of References Required 3

　　Maximum Number of References Accepted

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

　　Requirement Questions

　　Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

　　What is your skill level using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)? No skills/Basic

　　Intermediate

　　Advanced

　　Proficient

　　What is the highest form of education you have attained? (Please specify in your resume) High School Diploma

　　Associate's degree

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Master's Degree or higher

　　How many years of experience do you have reading and designing production designs in AutoCAD? None/less than 2 years

　　2 to 3 years

　　4 to 5 years

　　6 years or more

　　Do you possess a valid Texas Class C operator driver's license or any other states equivalent to driving a personal vehicle? Yes

　　No

　　Documents Needed To Apply

　　Required Documents

　　Resume or CV

　　Cover/Interest Letter

　　Optional Documents