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Construction Manager I

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number 2024463
Posting/Functional Title Construction Manager I
University Pay Plan Title Construction Manager I
Location San Marcos, Other - Round Rock, on occasion
Department Facilities Planning Design
Recruitment Type Open to All
Job Type Full-Time
Funding Source Permanent
Monthly Salary $4,566.66
Job Category Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
  • Engineering and/or construction management education, training, and experience;
  • Intermediate-level mathematical as well as engineering skills are required.
  • Ability to confirm plan accuracy, develop take-off from plans, ability to reference estimations resources, process accurate projects cost and manage step-by-step construction, renovation, and maintenance projects is required.
  • Knowledge of drafting tools/techniques, ability to draft using CADD technology, application of standard architectural graphic standards and principles are required.
  • Reading ability: Understand, interpret, and apply complex legal and technical documents, contracts for construction, blueprints, and schematics.
  • Communicate and negotiate project requests to a variety of clients including staff, administrators, faculty, students, and contractors. Writing skill: Prepare clear, concise, correct reports, letters, specifications, CADD drawings and estimates.
  • Successfully interact with and interpret requests from a wide variety of clients, direct the work of others, work as a team member/leader, and negotiate/mitigate personnel challenges.
  • Facilitation skills. Experience using personal computers.
  • Prepare business correspondence, policy/proposal development reports;
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Job Description
Responsible for planning, designing, estimating, scheduling, directing, and inspecting small-sized renovation and construction projects to ensure objectives are met.
Job Duties
  • Manage, monitor and direct contracts with contractors, architects, engineers, consultants for assigned projects.
  • Plan, design, schedule and estimate various requests for new construction projects, facility modification/renovation or major maintenance.
  • Evaluate and make recommendations on facility conditions, renovations, and repairs.
  • Develop specifications for goods and services by researching vendor data and referencing applicable codes, regulations and standards.
  • Prepare project contract documents including contract change orders and addendums.
  • Meet with project requestors, interpret requests for feasibility and prioritize projects.
  • Assist in developing various reports, plans, budgets and schedules.
  • Keep project files
  •  Determine validity and feasibility of requests, determine applicable codes, regulations, and standards, identify proper design criteria, and identify project participants. Evaluate priorities based upon time allocated and remain within budget, determine best application of resources, and maintain quality control. Keep project progress on time and within budget. Decide how to design within budget, finish project within time constraints, and comply with codes standards and regulations. Must have knowledge of engineering principles, electrical theory, mechanical theory, building trades practices, structural standards, and ADA and Life Safety regulations, codes, and statutes. 
  •  Contract liability. 
Additional Information to Applicants
Job Open Date 04/16/2024
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled Yes
Normal Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM
Posting Notices Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions


By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/46254

Applicant Document

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation #1
  2. DD 214/DD1300
  3. Veteran's Preference
  4. Licensure
  5. Certifications
  6. Letter of Recommendation #2
  7. Letter of Recommendation #3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. Do you currently hold or have the ability to obtain a drivers license within 90 days of employment?
    • Yes
    • No