Senior Capital Projects Manager

Location: Potsdam NY (Onsite)
Type: Temporary Contract (2 3 Years Extendable Month-to-Month)
Pay Range: $120000 $155000 per year

A leading academic institution in northern New York State is seeking an experienced Capital Construction Manager to oversee a major multi-million-dollar science and engineering expansion and renovation project on campus.

This position is a contracted project management role responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of a large-scale capital construction project-from planning and design through execution and close-out. The Construction Manager will serve as the primary liaison between university leadership architects engineers contractors and regulatory agencies to ensure the project is delivered on time within budget and in compliance with all standards and regulations.

The project site is located in Potsdam NY (approximately one hour south of Ottawa Ontario). Candidates must be open to onsite work throughout the project term.

• Lead and manage the design development and construction of a large-scale educational facility expansion and renovation project.

• Oversee project planning budgeting scheduling and risk management in alignment with institutional and regulatory requirements.

• Serve as the main point of coordination among architects engineers construction firms and university stakeholders.

• Ensure all activities comply with federal state and local regulations as well as university and sustainability standards.

• Review and approve design submittals safety documentation permits and inspection reports.

• Track and control project costs ensuring alignment with approved budgets and timely reporting.

• Manage contracts procurement and contractor performance to maintain quality and schedule adherence.

• Prepare and deliver regular progress updates to leadership on milestones financials and performance.

• Incorporate energy-efficient and sustainable design practices to achieve environmental certification goals (LEED or equivalent).

• Optionally contribute to mentorship or educational programs related to construction management depending on expertise and availability.

• Associate degree in Construction Management Architecture Engineering or related field - or equivalent trade certification/licensure.

• 10 years of experience managing large-scale design and construction projects ideally in education science or public infrastructure sectors.

• Proficiency in project management tools such as Primavera P6 MS Project AutoCAD or BIM platforms.

• Deep understanding of budgeting scheduling procurement and contract administration.

• Familiarity with New York State building codes ADA standards and environmental/sustainability guidelines.

• Strong leadership communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in a related field.

• Professional certifications: PMP CCM FMP CHFM or equivalent.

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA).

• Proven experience managing multi-phase capital projects within higher education or institutional settings.

• Working knowledge of New York State bidding and procurement processes.

• Annual compensation between $120000 and $155000 commensurate with experience.

• Initial 2 3 year contract renewable monthly as project phases progress.

• Limited university-level benefits may apply depending on appointment structure.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned construction professional who thrives in complex multi-stakeholder environments and has a passion for delivering sustainable high-quality educational infrastructure. This role requires both technical expertise and exceptional organizational skills to coordinate across disciplines and maintain transparency throughout all phases of the project.