The University of Illinois at Chicago, Office of Capital Programs is seeking to fill a Construction Project Coordinator I (Project Manager) position.  UIC's Office of Capital Planning and Project Management (CPPM) is responsible for coordinating development of the campus master plan, initiating space and capital planning projects, overseeing the design and construction of new facilities and major renovation projects, maintaining campus facility records, and managing over 15 million square feet of space in 178 buildings across all 250 acres.

The Construction Project Coordinator I (Project Manager) is primarily responsible for managing the planning, design, remodeling and construction of new buildings, additions to existing buildings, site development and infrastructure improvements.

• Provides project management and contract administration services for small capital projects or feasibility studies, including new construction, renovation, infrastructure and site-work.
• Helps write contracts for work with outside architect/engineer (A/E) consultants and contractors.
• Coordinates meetings to discuss project requirements and scope of work with requesting departments.
• Prepares and reviews project plans and cost estimates based on engineering and/or architectural specifications; reviews site of proposed work to determine design parameters and constraints.
• Issues work orders, schedules work and inspects progress.
• Communicates on-going work schedules and project progress with requesting departments.
• Monitors job costs, evaluates change orders and estimates costs of work in progress; orders special materials and equipment.
• Inspects work performed by contractors on assigned construction or remodeling projects.
• Assists in evaluating completed projects.
• Creates and reviews plans designated by others to develop schedules and to insure compliance with building codes and university guidelines.
• Performs other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
   

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Required:

Three years (36 months) of experience:

(a) work experience in construction management, building project management or closely related field

(b) college coursework in engineering, architecture or closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

• Associate Degree or 60 semester hours equals one year
• 90 semester hours equals two years
• Bachelor’s degree or 120 semester hours equals three years

One (1) additional year building construction management and/or building project management experience.

To Apply: For fullest consideration, please complete an online application by clicking the Apply for Position button below.

Please upload all valid certifications and transcripts within the document section of your online application.

All civil service positions require an exam.  The exam for this position is a Credentials Assessment.  You will not be required to report in person for this exam.

Credential Assessment Exam Scoring Information:

You will not be required to report in person for this exam. The updated online application and all uploaded, relevant documents, such as a resume and/or college transcript will be used in the calculation of the exam score. These documents should be uploaded prior to the position close date. 

When completing your online application, please be sure to provide detailed information about your job knowledge and specific duties and responsibilities, as your qualifications for any Civil Service position will be primarily determined based on what is contained in the application. Dates of employment and if employed on a full or part time basis (including number of hours per week) must be indicated for each position held. Additional consideration will be given to supporting documentation i.e. resume, transcripts, licenses, and certifications so please be sure to attach all applicable documents.

If a degree or college coursework is required, you must provide official transcripts.

Transcripts/Licenses/Certifications MUST be uploaded electronically to your online application through the "Documents" page on the Civil Service Employment Application (page 4). Be sure to select the appropriate document type before uploading the document.

If your educational institution provides electronic transcripts, please have them sent to marin@uillinois.edu

If your educational institution doesn’t provide electronic transcripts, they must mail the transcripts to:

University of Illinois at Chicago
Recruitment and Staffing
Human Resources Building Room 109
715 S. Wood Street M/C 862
Chicago IL 60612
Attn: CB9313 - Construction Project Coordinator I (Project Manager) - GM  

If an application and all applicable forms, transcripts, and supporting documents are not submitted by the close date, the applicant/employee will not be considered for this position and will be denied. 

For fullest consideration, the above mentioned requirements must be submitted no later than Friday, February 23, 2018. 

We appreciate your interest in employment at the University of Illinois at Chicago. 

The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.