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Construction Manager-Capital Planning



PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: Under general supervision, this position plans, directs and coordinates the design and construction of assigned capital projects on the City Colleges of Chicago campuses from conception to completion. This position assists the Associate Director - Facilities Planning and Senior Construction Manager.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Provides management control over project estimate, budget, schedule, design consultant selection, design development, construction and quality control issues. Provides project guidance throughout the project and status updates on an as needed basis.

  2. Attends project planning meetings to understand the project scope, location, and schedule for completion. Performs site reviews and investigates the overall nature of the project to develop the scope of work for each one.

  3. Develops draft schematic designs and/or cost estimates for projects under the guidance of the Associate Director of Facilities Planning.

  4. Prepares public notices, Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and bidding and construction documents leading to the competitive solicitation and selection of Architects, Engineers and Construction Companies to perform the project work

  5. Coordinates consultants’ work by furnishing available information on existing facilities to them, and reviewing drawings and specifications so that all projects can be completed within timeframes and estimated budgets.

  6. Attends pre-bid and bid-opening meetings; analyzes bids; and assists in developing Board Report items with the Purchasing Department.

  7. Reviews contractor’s work performed to ensure that it meets contract requirements thru site visits and progress reviews of construction documents; informs of corrective actions to comply with contract requirements.

  8. Maintains and upgrades reference library and drawing archives, and assists District personnel by responding to questions and inquiries.

  9. Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.

  10. Performs other duties as assigned.



SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct Supervision:

Indirect Supervision: Project Consultants/Contractors

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Project Management or a related field preferred, supplemented by five years of professional experience in architecture, planning, engineering, and construction management. A combination of educational and professional experience may be taken into consideration at the discretion of management with the Board of Trustees approval.

  2. Must possess thorough knowledge related to building code requirements, construction methodologies and practices, and construction contract administration. Must be able to prepare preliminary designs, working drawings, and specifications for new construction work or for remodeling projects.

  3. Excellent writing and verbal communication necessary. Must be able to engage in public speaking activities.

  4. Must be self-directed and innovative, able to assess current operations to move the District closer to meeting the Key Performance Indicators. Must be able to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

  5. Must be able to work well with employees at all levels of the organization, in addition to students of the City Colleges. Proven experience in managing and directing a diversified work staff. Must be able to handle all situations with tact, persuasiveness, and diplomacy.

  6. Advanced software skills, specifically MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Database and Project Management software experience preferred.

  7. Must be able to travel around the City to the various Colleges and Satellite Campuses in an efficient and timely manner.



Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Thank you for your interest in City College of Chicago!

1. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Project Management or a related field preferred, supplemented by five years of professional experience in architecture, planning, engineering, and construction management. A combination of educational and professional experience may be taken into consideration at the discretion of management with the Board of Trustees approval.
2. Must possess thorough knowledge related to building code requirements, construction methodologies and practices, and construction contract administration. Must be able to prepare preliminary designs, working drawings, and specifications for new construction work or for remodeling projects.
3. Excellent writing and verbal communication necessary. Must be able to engage in public speaking activities.

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