Construction Project Manager

Applications are being accepted for the position ofConstruction Project Manager. The project manager oversees facilities projects including remodeling and restoration with a focus on historic structures. Responsibilities include project planning budgeting scheduling team leadership vendor management and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate has a bachelors degree three years of related experience strong organizational and communication skills and a valid drivers license. The position is scheduled for 20 30 hours per week.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Project Planning and Coordination:
   • Develop detailed project plans including timelines budgets and resource allocation.
   • Coordinate with internal stakeholders (faculty staff) and external vendors to ensure project requirements are met.
2. Project and Oversight:
   • Oversee the of remodeling and restoration projects; the primary project for this position is the restoration of the historic King Chapel on Cornells campus.
   • Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.
   • Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
3. Budget Management:
   • Prepare and manage project budgets ensuring costeffective use of resources.
   • Track project expenses and provide regular financial reports to the Vice President of Business and Enterprise Services.
4. Team Leadership and Communication:
   • Serve as the primary point of contact between the Vice President for Business and Enterprise Services Facilities Operations Manager and external vendors.
   • Communicate project updates and status reports to stakeholders.
5. Vendor and Contractor Management:
   • Work collaboratively with architects engineers construction manager and other related third parties for King Chapel restoration project.
   • Select and manage relationships with suppliers vendors and contractors as needed.
6. Risk Management:
   • Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
   • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards particularly those related to historic preservation and FEMA.
7. Documentation and Reporting:
   • Serve as primary contact for FEMA State Historic Preservation Organization and other regulatory bodies as it relates to the restoration of King Chapel.
   • Maintain comprehensive project documentation including plans reports and correspondence.
   • Provide detailed project reports to the Vice President for Business and Enterprise Services and other stakeholders as required.
8. Technical Skills and Physical Requirements:
   • Perform physical inspections of buildings grounds and equipment as needed.

About Cornell College

Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule. This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful original and inventive using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through handson experience in learning. Academic immersion Division III NCAA athletic teams and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S. and worldwide. We are located in Mount Vernon Iowa an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region.

Requirements

Education

Bachelors degree and at least three years of related experience preferred equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Skills

• Strong organizational communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to perform and manage technically complex projects using independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and Google Drive.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate professionally with internal and external customers.

Physical Requirements

• • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job including walking bending driving and some lifting up to 30 pounds.
  • Visual inspection of buildings grounds and equipment.

Work Location & Conditions

The position works on campus in person.Work is performed both indoors and outdoors at various campus sites with exposure to weather elements. Nights and weekends may be required depending on project needs. All requirements are subject to change over time with possible modifications made to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Cornell College offers a fantastic benefits package that includes health dental vision HSA & FSA accounts and a TIAA 403(b) retirement account. We also offer life insurance disability insurance travel insurance and accident insurance. The hiring pay range for the position is $30$35 per hour. The position is scheduled for a 2year term with the option to extend.

Application Process

To apply submit a cover letter resume and list of at least three professional references through Cornell Colleges online application system.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Cornell complies with Iowas SmokeFree Air Act. Cornell utilizes EVerify and requires satisfactory completion of a background check.

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