Construction Project Manager

Boston College Introduction Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,654 full-time undergraduates and 5,072 graduate and professional students. Ranked 37 among national universities, Boston College has 923 full-time and 1,336 FTE faculty, 2,822 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.9 billion. Job Description The Capital Projects Management Department is responsible for the engineering, planning, documentation and construction management of Boston College's Capital Improvement Plan. The plan is coordinated into two strategic components: the Annual Capital Plan and the Major Construction Plan, which comprise as many as 150 ongoing projects throughout the calendar year. The Construction Project Manager reports to the Associate Director, Annual Capital Projects and is responsible for managing capital construction projects supporting the Annual Capital Plan through all phases from planning, design and construction. Responsibilities include implementing best practices for construction project delivery including scope, schedule, estimating and budget development, risk management, procurement strategies and contract administration, and project cost control. The CPM will work with consultants and Boston College stakeholders including Facilities Management to develop design and construction documents. The CPM is responsible for maintaining quality communications with BC departments and project stakeholders, using management software PMWeb to report project schedule, progress and budget control. The position requires extensive knowledge of good building, construction and project management practices and processes. A broad understanding of building envelope systems, building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems, building finishes and site utilities is required. The work requires strict adherence to University budgets and schedules due to the annual budget process and the academic calendar. Ability to organize and manage teams, including internal design and operations staff, external contractors and design consultants. Proven experience managing multiple projects with aggressive project schedules. Salary Range for this developmental role: Construction Project Manager $107,350 – $134,200 (5+ years related professional experience); Project Manager $97,200 – $121,500 (3–5 years related professional experience); Assistant Project Manager $79,900 – $99,900 (1–3 years experience) Requirements Experience in architecture, engineering or construction management. Experience with project management of facilities, renovation and new construction for an institution of higher education or other large owner is preferred. Bachelor's Degree in construction, architecture, engineering or related field. Experience with financial and project management/control systems, such as PeopleSoft, CAD, and PMWeb. Ability to access all areas of construction sites, including climbing ladders to assess conditions and perform inspections of existing facilities. Prepare written and graphic presentations. Previous experience as an Owner's Rep at a higher education academic or institutional organization desired. Experience with or a strong understanding of the unique requirements and challenges of laboratory construction, including specialized equipment, safety protocols, and building codes. Strong knowledge of various project delivery methods including CMR/GMP and lump sum. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously from planning and design through construction completion with budgets up to $10 million. Prepare financial analyses and preliminary total project cost estimates. Establish, track, and manage budget during the course of the project. Current Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License, or willingness to obtain one within one year. Closing Statement Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility: Tuition remission for employees Tuition remission for spouses and children who meet eligibility requirements Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance Low‑cost life insurance Eligibility for both university‑funded 401(k) and employer‑sponsored 403(b) retirement plans Paid holidays annually Generous sick and vacation pay Additional benefits can be found on Boston College conducts pre‑employment background checks as part of the hiring process. Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston College