Job Order Project Contract Specialist - Facilities and Services
University of Illinois

Job Info

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Job Order Project Contract Specialist - Facilities and Services

Engineering and Construction Services

Job Summary
Receives work assignments from Construction Superintendent or approved others. Communicates with project stakeholders to develop scope, budget, and schedule for construction projects as assigned and then keeps stakeholders up to date on the project status through completion. Manages all facets of assigned construction projects, including estimating, scheduling, communicating, coordinating, and confirming work of external contractors (JOC and Contractor Services) and F&S Crafts & Trades to ensure scope, budgets and schedules are met.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assembles appropriate teams and then coordinates their work to ensure compliance with the project design, codes, and other guidelines, while also ensuring that project budgets and schedules are met. Generate project reports as requested. Reports and files project data and Contractor Services data in appropriate Network Folders and AiM.
• Coordination and development of projects including; cost estimation, site review, design drawings, defining work tasks, work sequences, craft jurisdictions, scheduling constraints, and tools and materials required.
• Evaluation and analysis of JOC Contractor price proposals for accuracy of scope and budget utilizing a construction task catalog.
• Selects appropriate combination of construction resources such as Job Order Contracting, Contractor Services, and F&S Crafts & Trades to successfully complete the work. Reviews staffing project resources and manpower with Construction Services Management to ensure project budgets and schedules are achievable and that the best available delivery methods are utilized.
• Meet with stakeholders and clients to determine the scope of work requested.
• Inspections and review all facets of the completed project.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Physical Demands
A. Physical Requirements
The incumbent must be able to climb ladders and may have to negotiate close areas, roofs or uneven surfaces.
B. Work Environment
1. Occasional outdoor work is required and may expose the incumbent to all weather conditions.
2. The incumbent is subject to stress induced by trying to control project budgets many with limited funding, project deadlines, demanding clients, changing priorities, and managing multiple tasks.
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.
• Three years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience, or related to the position.
• Work experience utilizing construction task catalogs and/or estimating software based on CSI Format.
• A Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field in lieu of
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible construction management experience, one year of which at an administrative level.
• Experience with higher education projects.
• Experience across multiple construction divisions of work.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of maintenance, repair, as well as remodeling/construction techniques and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of standard construction practices and craft jurisdictional guidelines.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, University Facilities Standards, and University procedures and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of institutional purchasing and accounting procedures.
• Skill in supervising, organizing, and coordinating the work of others.
• Skill in monitoring use of construction products, materials, and procedures and building craft jurisdiction.
• Working knowledge of design in architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical engineering and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to express information on any phase of project work in written or oral form which can be readily understood by technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of current software and procedures related to project management, including scheduling and estimating tools.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5010 - Business/Administrative Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after May 10, 2024. Salary is commensurate with experience.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

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Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on April 26, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray klmccray@illinois.edu or call 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1022676
Job Category: Civil Service
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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