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Construction Manager II

Employer
Texas State University
Location
San Marcos
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Posting Number:

2027105

Posting/Functional Title:

Construction Manager II

University Pay Plan Title:

Construction Manager II

Location:

San Marcos

Department:

Facilities Planning Design

Recruitment Type:

Open Recruiting

Job Type:

Full-Time

Funding Source:

Permanent

Monthly Salary:

$6,300.00 + Comm.

Job Category :

Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:

Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

  • Minimum of five years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience in office and field project management within the construction industry.
  • Minimum of five years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience preparing construction project cost estimates.
  • Minimum of five years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience providing team leadership and guidance in preparation for supervising developing Construction Managers.
  • Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and related construction documents, assess renovation and maintenance project scope, and explain project requirements and details to others.
  • Ability to use AutoCAD to make minor revisions to existing project drawings.
  • Ability to communicate construction concepts and project requirements effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders, including project requesters, contractors, consultants, university personnel, and other groups.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple and varied construction projects simultaneously and maintain established scopes, schedules, and budgets.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience managing renovation or maintenance projects in higher education or commercial construction.
  • Knowledge of construction trade standards, codes, regulations, and laws.
  • Knowledge of building trades practices, including planning, estimating, drafting, and inspection.
  • Knowledge of university construction standards and construction materials.
  • Experience using project management software to manage project budgets, schedules, documentation, and reporting.
  • Knowledge of engineering practices and principles related to building construction and renovation.
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building systems.
  • Knowledge of ADA accessibility requirements and applicable life safety codes and regulations.
  • Current Sediment & Erosion Control Inspector’s Certification.
  • Experience working on historical preservation projects.
  • Experience working with the Texas Historical Commission.
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) with a Major in Construction Science and Management and/or a Certificate in Construction Project Management.

Job Description:

This position is primarily responsible for office and field management of Special Projects, including renovations and maintenance projects that may be complex but are generally smaller in dollar amount and scope than Capital Projects. The Construction Manager II manages assigned projects and coordinates planning, estimating, scheduling, construction activities, and inspection to ensure established scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives are met.

Job Duties:

The Construction Manager II’s duties include estimating, scheduling, coordinating and directing the work of outside consultants and construction teams to ensure project objectives are met. The position manages multiple assigned Special Projects without an assigned Project Manager. Additional details are as follows:

  • Meet with project requesters, interpret project needs, assess feasibility, and establish proposed project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
  • Develop specifications for goods and services by researching vendor data and referencing applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
  • Prepare and maintain project cost estimates, reports, plans, budgets, and schedules.
  • Prepare project contract documents, including contract change orders and addendums, for review and approval through established university procedures.
  • Review project plans and specifications, prepare plan review documents, and coordinate resolution of identified issues.
  • Make minor revisions to existing project drawings using AutoCAD.
  • Coordinate and direct the activities of outside consultants, contractors, and construction teams within assigned project authority.
  • Coordinate activities of physical plant labor and resources to support projects.
  • Lead project meetings and communicate project requirements, progress, decisions, and issues to stakeholders.
  • Monitor construction progress and workmanship, identify deficiencies, and coordinate corrective action.
  • Track project expenditures and schedules, evaluate proposed changes, and address issues affecting scope, budget, schedule, or quality within assigned authority.
  • Resolve project coordination and interpersonal issues and elevate matters requiring additional authority or approval.
  • Provide guidance and work coordination to developing Construction Managers and other assigned project personnel.
  • Utilize project management software and ensure project updates are made daily/weekly.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, including managing multiple Special Projects, prioritizing competing demands, and coordinating projects through completion and closeout.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications. **Be sure to add a page to your resume that includes each of these required qualifications and addresses how your knowledge and/or experience proves that you meet the requirement.

NOTE: This position works primarily at the San Marcos Campus. There are occasionally projects at the Round Rock Campus, as well; And these would require frequent trips between campuses.

Job Open Date:

10/19/2026

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 committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

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.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.

Why Choose Texas State University?:

Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:

Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html

Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58839

Organization

Texas State University seeks candidates whose professional background includes embracing a diversity of people and ideas, a spirit of inclusiveness, a global perspective, and a commitment to community-building.  As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, we are especially interested in applicants who share a commitment to equity, and the high-quality education of students from historically underserved and systematically marginalized communities. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Texas State University

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor.  A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Students at Texas State choose from 98 undergraduate, 91 master’s and specialists, and 14 doctoral programs offered by 10 colleges (Applied Arts, The Emmett and Miriam McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Honors, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, The Graduate College, and the University College).  With a diverse campus community including 50% of the student body from ethnic minorities, Texas State is one of the top 13 producers of Hispanic baccalaureate graduates in the nation.  In fall 2019, there were 1,470 full-time faculty and 2,286 full-time staff.  Research and creative activities have led to growing success in attracting external support.  For FY 2019, Texas State had an annual operating budget of over $724 million. Texas State’s Research and Development expenditures for FY 2018 were more than $64 million.  The Alkek Library has more than 3.1 million titles in its collection.  Additional information about Texas State and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu.

Mission

Texas State University is a doctoral-granting, student-centered institution dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, including creative expression, and service. The university strives to create new knowledge, to embrace a diversity of people and ideas, to foster cultural and economic development, and to prepare its graduates to participate fully and freely as citizens of Texas, the nation and the world.

Locations

Texas State's San Marcos campus is located in a growing community of 63,000 people in the Austin Metropolitan Area. Located in the Texas Hill Country, where blackland prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and oak trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year.

The Texas State Round Rock Campus is located north of Austin in Round Rock, TX. The Round Rock Campus offers the junior and senior level classes to complete a bachelor’s degree, graduate degrees, post baccalaureate certification, and continuing education programs. The university's vision for Round Rock is to continue to offer quality academic programs that meet the workforce needs of Texas, especially focusing on academic programs that appeal to working adults, and to serve as a hub of health professions research and education.

Some positions may require teaching on the main campus and at the Texas State University Round Rock Campus.

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Texas State University is a member of The Texas State University System. 

Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.

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Telephone
512-245-2111
Location
601 University Drive
San Marcos
Texas
78666
United States

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