Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

• Driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in architecture, construction management, engineering or related field from an accredited college or university, and 6 years demonstrated project management experience with the design, construction and management of major construction building projects; or bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university, and 8 years demonstrated project management experience with the design, construction and management of major construction building projects.
• Demonstrated experience successfully leading, mentoring and developing less experienced team members with varying backgrounds, skill sets and competencies.
• Professional licensure as an engineer or architect or the ability to obtain professional certification as a construction manager or professional project manager in the State of South Carolina is preferred but not required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of modern architecture, design engineering, facility construction and maintenance, as well as applicable codes, laws, regulations, and industry standards governing the construction and modification of facilities.
• Knowledge of effective project management principles and contractual responsibilities, processes, and procedures governed by AIA architectural agreements (Series A, B, and C).
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulations, plans, specifications, and technical documents; perform technical reviews; manage and prioritize complex workloads under tight deadlines; oversee architects, engineers, and construction managers; make sound decisions with limited information; resolve problems and communicate outcomes effectively.
• Skilled in preparing reports, delivering presentations, utilizing technology, building collaborative teams, engaging stakeholders, and establishing positive working relationships with clients, consultants, government agencies, professional organizations, and personnel at all levels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and demonstrated competence in leadership, problem-solving, and team development.

Job Duties

Planning and Design (30%)

• Executes development and coordination of major and/or complex capital outlay projects through the planning and design phases in compliance with the state Consolidated Procurement Code.
• Meeting with campus clients including faculty, deans, high-level administration staff, facilities leadership, architects and engineers determining project scope and duration.
• Manage designer selection process by soliciting, evaluating and submitting design contracts to procurement for execution
• Implement the initial project budget and oversee its development throughout the design process

Bidding Phase (20%)

• Ensures that the QA/QC process at SD and CD stages has been performed and that drawings meet operational needs, codes and University standards before projects go to bid.
• Monitor the State procurement process, ensuring efficient processing and award of contracts.
• Oversee value engineering if required
• Represent USC at Pre-Bid meetings, attend bid openings and assist with bid evaluations and negotiations.

Construction Phase (25%)

• Monitors and controls contractual commitments to assure performance of work, including but not limited to: compliance with drawings and specifications and performance of contract administration.
• Review inspection reports to ensure compliance with building codes.
• Attend weekly OAC meetings as the Owner’s representative.
• Negotiate and process change orders.
• Review and approve monthly pay applications

Close-out Phase (15%)

• Monitors and controls contractual commitments to assure performance of work during the completion and close-out phase of construction ensuring customer deliverables are received.
• Ensure project scope of work has been completed per drawings & specifications.
• Oversee completion of punch list.
• Manage the financial closeout of the project.

Other (10%)

• Maintains knowledge of & implements University & industry requirements, State procurement law, Office of the State Engineer regulations and applicable building codes.
• Provides assistance to the Assistant Director of Planning, Design & Construction, the Director, the University Architect, Senior Project Managers and/or the Manager of Construction Planning.
• Help develop and improve office policies, procedures and design standards.