Construction Manager I
- Employer
- Texas State University
- Location
- San Marcos
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
2027131
Posting/Functional Title:Construction Manager I
University Pay Plan Title:Construction Manager I
Location:San Marcos
Department:Facilities Planning Design
Recruitment Type:Open Recruiting
Job Type:Full-Time
Funding Source:Permanent
Monthly Salary:$5,624.00
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.
- Verifiable, progressively responsible experience in office and field project management within the construction industry.
- Verifiable, progressively responsible experience preparing construction project cost estimates.
- Verifiable, progressively responsible experience providing team leadership and supervision.
- Ability to assist in assessing the scope of small-scale renovation and maintenance projects.
- Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and related construction documents and explain project requirements and details to others.
- Experience using AutoCAD to make minor revisions to existing project drawings.
- Ability to present and interact professionally with stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and university personnel, including being able to prepare clear, concise, grammatically accurate documentation and correspondence.
- Experience coordinating small-scale 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.
- Familiarity with university construction standards and construction materials.
- Experience using project management software.
- Familiarity with mechanical and electrical building systems.
- Knowledge of ADA accessibility requirements and applicable life safety codes and regulations.
- Experience with Sediment & Erosion Control.
- Experience with historical preservation projects.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction or Engineering
Job Description:
Under the close supervision of the Associate Director for Special Projects, this position is primarily responsible for office and field coordination of small-scale Special Projects, including renovation and maintenance projects. The position assists with project planning, estimating, scheduling, construction coordination, and inspection to ensure assigned projects meet established scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives.
Job Duties:The Construction Manager I’s duties include preparing estimates, assisting with schedules, coordinating the work of outside consultants and construction teams on small-scale Special Projects. Additional details are as follows:
- Meet with project requesters to clarify project needs and assist in assessing feasibility and scope.
- Assist with development of specifications for goods and services by researching vendor data and referencing applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
- Prepare project cost estimates and assist in developing reports, plans, budgets, and schedules.
- Review project plans and specifications and communicate project requirements to contractors, consultants, and university personnel.
- Make minor revisions to existing project drawings using AutoCAD, as directed.
- Assist in preparing project contract documents, including contract change orders and addendums.
- Prepare plan review comments and supporting documentation for supervisory review.
- Coordinate assigned activities of physical plant labor and resources to support projects.
- Monitor construction progress and workmanship; document deficiencies and report scope, budget, schedule, or quality concerns to the Associate Director for Special Projects.
- Participate in project meetings and assist in resolving routine coordination issues, referring issues requiring additional authority or direction to the Associate Director for Special Projects.
- Utilize project management software and ensure project updates are made daily/weekly.
- Assist with guidance and coordination of assigned project personnel, as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including coordinating multiple small-scale Special Projects and prioritizing assigned work under close supervision.
** Please provide an additional page with your resume that outlines the required qualifications and how you meet each one.
NOTE: While this position location is San Marcos, you may, on occasion, be assigned a project at the Round Rock campus, which would require frequent travel between campuses for the duration of the project.
10/30/2026
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.
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
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.
- Website
- http://www.txstate.edu/
- Telephone
- 512-245-2111
- Location
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601 University Drive
San Marcos
Texas
78666
United States
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