Construction Project Manager

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field of study with 5 years commercial design and construction experience.

Preferred Qualification:

• Master Degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field of study with 3 years commercial design and construction experience.

Additional Information:

• Will craft preliminary cost opinions for approval to move forward with planning activities where the programming will fully vet the needs.
• Manage the activities of the consultants hired for design services to ensure UAMS needs are being met.
• Prepare test fit options for space assignment requests.
• Post design and bidding will reconcile budget issues through reducing scope or obtaining approval for additional funding.
• Demonstrate qualities of leadership and understand project construction budget, schedule and scope.
• Understand construction documents and procedures.
• Make sound decisions and judgment while maintaining flexibility to refocus on other events.
• Implement plans and procedures to facilitate the construction process.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and AutoCAD drawings.
• Knowledge of building construction materials and methods.
• Knowledge of State Regulations and building codes and standards for the American Institute of Architects (AIA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE), International Building Code (IBC) and Joint Commission.
• Ability to interpret technical data.
• Ability to identify deficiencies in construction plans and actual construction.
• Must have competent computer skills and be able to adapt to the changing software programs
• Must have an Arkansas Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Requires the ability to navigate on a construction site whether indoors or outside.
• Revit or Auto-Cad (2 years).

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.