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Construction Project Manager

Employer
Kenyon College
Location
Gambier, Ohio

Job Details

Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Construction Project Manager. Reporting to the Director of Project Planning and Management (DPPM), the Construction Project Manager (CPM) is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, directing and controlling capital planning, new construction and major renovation projects.  They will be responsible for managing project budgets, project estimating; supervision of general contractors and construction management firms, coordinating project bid processes, and long-range facilities development plans. 

Under the direction of the DPPM, the CPM assumes leadership for administering new construction, renovations and contracted capital maintenance projects by:

  • Overseeing all phases of new facilities development initiatives from concept through design and construction until completion of the warranty period.
  • Directing and managing construction administration of all size projects.
  • Providing guidance and direction to staff, contractors and vendors in conjunction with the development and implementation of capital projects to ensure campus standards are met.
  • Preparing and reviewing estimates and schedules at all project stages, preparing trend reports of impacts of design developments and new requirements on project costs and schedules, and leading value engineering efforts to correct/address adverse trends.
  • Tracking milestones and timelines for all projects by employing effective metrics to assess progress against stated goals; analyzing and resolving issues that impact project schedules and budget projections; notifying the DPPM of any issues that may result in significant delays and recommending solutions and interventions.
  • Maintaining all documentation and records pertaining to new facilities planning and construction.
  • Collaborating with internal and external constituencies to ensure successful planning and construction of new facilities.
  • Serving as the liaison with village, state and federal agencies and governing bodies and ensuring compliance with all codes, laws and regulations.
  • Identifying contractors in conjunction with the Kenyon subcontracting policy, consultants, architects, engineers, and vendors; leading contract negotiation, selection of key staff and compliance with the contract.
  • Serving as the liaison with architects, contractors, consultants, etc. and providing them with direction regarding project objectives, schedules, and budget.  Managing third party construction cost estimators (to the extent that they are used).
  • Coordinating the construction bid process with the DPPM, evaluating bid submissions, and making recommendations for selection.
  • Coordinating contractor activities with campus constituencies to minimize disruption to academic and other College programs and activities.
  • Making regular inspections of construction projects and attending regular and special project meetings to assess progress against project goals and schedules, and ensuring work is completed to contract specifications.
  • Ensuring funds are spent in accordance with College policy and protocol.
  • Developing and monitoring detailed budgets.

Minimum Qualifications

  • B.S. in Engineering, Experienced Architect or Experienced Construction Manager with three (3) years of related work experience OR,
  • Any combination of education or related training with six (6) years of work experience in construction administration, project planning, or project management.
  • Must have excellent computer skills with a working knowledge of software related to design and construction industry.
  • Strong leadership and supervision skills.
  • Must have a valid Ohio Driver License and complete Kenyon College Driver Training.
  • Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a due diligence background check.

Normal work week is 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.  Flexible scheduling and work during non-traditional hours are expected in the normal course of business for this position as needed to ensure effective project delivery.

Kenyon College is a nationally prominent, private liberal arts college where academic excellence goes hand in hand with a strong sense of community and close relationships among students and professors.

Compensation and Benefits

Salaries at Kenyon are competitive and commensurate with experience. In addition to an attractive salary, Kenyon offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and through the Great Lakes Colleges Association, children of employees are eligible for 85% tuition waivers at fifteen other of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges.

We also offer health and dental insurance, TIAA retirement, and many other benefits, including provisions for a spouse, families, and domestic partners. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our Staff Handbook.

Kenyon is a unique place to live and work. To discover why it should be your next home, click here.

Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer and applications from members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion. Please visit our Diversity at Kenyon website.

Organization

Working at Kenyon College

Living and Learning in the Kenyon Community and the Surrounding Area

Excellence. Engagement. Community.This is what Kenyon values. There is a distinctive brand of community that is Kenyon's. We believe that individuals are not limited to who they are on paper, where they have been, or what they look like.

We believe that this place, Kenyon College, is a beautiful place in which one can build a beautiful life. And when someone's interests and strengths match the opportunities that this place has to offer, fulfillment happens.

Our faculty and staff have come here from all over the country-indeed, from all over the world, and from all kinds of backgrounds. They stay and live a life some never expected to live. Former urbanites raise sheep and practice carpentry when they are not engaged in academics. Faculty and staff walk their dogs around campus. For a change of pace, some will make the 50-minute drive to Columbus for some great dining, arts and cultural events, or shopping.

Kenyon is the kind of place where living the life of the mind matters. Discourse happens every day, and students, faculty, and staff have opportunities to learn to practice it with civility. It is the kind of place where people come together to support someone in a crisis large or small. It is collaborative more than competitive. If you want a place where individuals care deeply about learning and about one another, come here. If you want a change of pace, come here. If you strive for the best in yourself, professionally and personally, and want your students to do the same, come here.

Come be a part of Kenyon.

What's the area like?

Kenyon and the surrounding area are often remarked upon for their beauty. Very near campus is the Brown Family Environmental Center, where nature lovers will often attend free programs and events for kids and adults alike that include night hikes, bird-watching, or native plant and animal exploration. Through it runs the Kokosing Gap Trail, on which casual walkers and sports enthusiasts alike will hike, run, or bike the 14 miles (and growing!) of former rail line. The Rural Life Center explores and promotes the lifestyles present and past in Knox County , in which Kenyon is located. Knox County exemplifies Midwestern openness, and also an increasing diversity typical of the rest of the country.

Mt. Vernon, located 4 miles from Kenyon College, is the seat of Knox County. Mt. Vernon boasts both a public square surrounded by historic buildings, an active theater community, and a commercial district which includes a movie theater, retail stores, and restaurants.

Finally, there is Columbus, a vibrant city with diverse shopping, dining, and cultural opportunities. Its many neighborhoods, including notably the Short North, host a tremendous array of independently owned restaurants, varying from those with a heavy farm-to-fork emphasis to numerous international cuisines brought to the city by its multinational population, and much more. Columbus's cultural scene includes an outstanding symphony orchestraballet company, and several theater groups. Its historic theater buildings host the Broadway in Columbus seriesthroughout the year. Located throughout the city are also several major shopping areas, including Polaris and Easton. Columbus is, finally, home to three professional sports teams, and to the Ohio State Buckeyes, whose football and basketball teams especially enjoy loyal and very spirited fans at their games.  Located less than an hour away from Kenyon, Columbus is an attractive destination.

What if I have a spouse/partner?

Dual job searches are often a challenge. If there is no suitable position available at Kenyon for a spouse or partner, there are opportunities close by. Knox County is home to Mount Vernon Nazarene University, and several large employers who often have openings for healthcare workers, engineers, and other professionals: the Knox County Community Hospital Kokosing Construction Company, and Ariel Corporation, to name a few. Many of these attract professionals from all over the country. Within an hour, there are also opportunities in neighboring cities and counties. Columbus is home to Nationwide Insurance, JPMorgan Chase & Company, and Abbott Nutrition, among other large employers. As the capital of Ohio, Columbus is also home to many state government positions

For academic spouses and partners, the Five Colleges of Ohio ("Ohio 5") often have postings at those institutions. The Columbus metro area is also home to The Ohio State University's flagship and regional campuses, as well as more than 40 other colleges and universities.

 

Company info
Telephone
740-427-5000
Location
Kenyon College
Gambier
Ohio
43022
United States

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