Construction Project Manager

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Position Title:
Construction Project Manager


Job Category:
Academic Staff


Employment Type:
Regular


Job Profile:
Engineering Specialist


Job Duties:

Looking for a career in project management that has good work-life balance? Looking to reduce on-the-road travel time? A full-time, professional academic staff position is available in Facilities - Planning & Construction beginning Monday March 2, 2026
. The working title for this position is Construction Project Manager with an official title of Facilities Engineer. This is a permanent, annual position with a probationary period. The salary range will be $78,000 - $88,000 based on experience and qualifications. The construction Project Manager leads construction efforts and works under general supervision of the Associate Director of Facilities/Campus Planner in the Facilities Division.


Key

Job Responsibilities:

• Serves as a subject matter expert to unit leadership regarding engineering technology, design, methodology, and execution for varying facilities projects

• Liaises facility construction plans with internal and external stakeholders and vendors, and provides engineering guidance and recommendations to align with strategic facility planning

• Monitors, interprets, communicates, and applies all established building codes, policies, and procedures

• Assesses, designs, modifies, and constructs institution facilities utilizing engineering techniques and best practices

The job duties require in-depth working knowledge of commercial building construction methods, the Wisconsin Administrative Building Codes, ADA requirements, other applicable building codes, and the interpretation of certain Wisconsin Department of Administrative policies as these relate to physical infrastructure. Additional knowledge is needed of complex building systems / infrastructure and creative problem solving which include investigation, research, and analysis. This position identifies and consults with subject matter experts for guidance and recommendations.

• Coordination of campus construction projects
• Coordination of campus maintenance and repair projects
• Develop project request documents
• Record keeping management of all project related documents

The Construction Project Manager utilizes project management/scheduling software, Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe pdfs. Building and project software knowledge includes AutoCAD/Revit, eBuilder and building management software such as WebTMA (web-based total maintenance authority), and campus/state purchasing processes and guidelines.

Department:

The unit of Planning and Construction consists of 7 staff members, including the Campus Planner, Interior Designer, Space Planning Analyst, CAD Specialist, Project Coordinator, and Surplus Coordinator.


Compensation:

The salary range will be $78,000 - $88,000 based on experience and qualifications.


Required Qualifications:

Associate's degree with experience in commercial construction building projects. Knowledge of building codes, building systems, project estimating and contractor coordination. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Project. Successful candidates are independent thinkers, strong communicators, with drive for creative problem solving in a team atmosphere. Successful experience juggling competing priorities and deadlines in high stress situations. Detail-oriented organizational skills and successful experience delegating tasks.


Preferred Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree or above in a construction related field. 5 years' experience in commercial construction. Leadership training and experience. In-depth knowledge of construction trades, bidding processes and commissioning processes. Experience in the Universities of Wisconsin System or State of Wisconsin System. Experience identifying, pricing and procuring materials and services. Technical knowledge of commercial building systems for maintenance and repair.


How to Apply:

Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website:…