Salary: $77,494.00 Annually Location : York County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 2025038S Agency: Winthrop University Opening Date: 10/17/2024 Closing Date: 11/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To apply go to Class Code:: HD65 Slot Number:: 0001 Position Number:: 2025038S Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Band: Band 6 Hiring Range - Max.: $77,494.00 Opening Date: 10/17/2024 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Facilities Management, the Project Manager oversees construction and renovation projects from planning through completion, ensuring that they meet all contracted specifications and comply with applicable codes and regulations. New Construction
- Participates in bid openings, evaluation of bid packages, contract negotiations and regularly scheduled site meetings.
- Directs on-site construction work for assigned projects as project engineer, consulting with architects and construction crews to ensure full compliance with designs, plans, specifications, codes and other job-specific requirements.
- Prepares reports, meets with architects and contractors from initial planning through project completion.
- Works with contractors to develop punch lists and conducts inspections to ensure punch list items are completed to satisfaction.
- Ensures work is completed to satisfaction prior to approving payment of invoices.
Renovations and Repairs
- Prepares specifications for bids for minor renovation, retrofit and repair projects as assigned.
- Participates in pre-bid, pre-construction and negotiation conferences and conducts site visits.
- Oversees contractor work, ensuring compliance with specifications and codes.
- Meets regularly with contractors for progress reports, change orders and problem resolution.
- Reviews and approves construction documents.
- Develops punch list and conducts inspections to ensure punch list items are completed to satisfaction.
Construction Documents
- Coordinates construction document/project paperwork review with the Office of State Engineer, DHEC, State Fire Marshal and other regulatory agencies, as required, to ensure compliance with all governing codes and regulations.
Design
- Designs or modifies proposed designs using AutoCad computer software, including building layout, landscape/parking lot design and other minor design projects, as required.
- Schedules project activities using Microsoft Project software.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
- Two years of related experience in construction.
- Valid driver's license.
- Working knowledge of AutoCad and Microsoft Project.
- Extensive knowledge of applicable engineering theory and best practices.
- Extensive knowledge of International Building Codes and building regulations.
- Considerable knowledge of South Carolina rules and regulations pertaining to construction contracts, bidding procedures and procurement, including Office of State Engineer procedures.
- Effective organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to write and interpret technical plans and reports.
- Proven ability to multitask and manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively with contractors and coworkers.
- Ability to read blueprints and construction schematics.
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures (hot/cold), lift 50 pounds, and work from ladders or scaffolds above 40 feet.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Building Official license.
- Experience with AutoCad and Microsoft Project.
Additional CommentsTravel/Overtime Requirements: Occasional after-hours and weekend work. License/Certification: Certified Building Official license preferred. To apply go to Telecommuting: Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.