Position Title: Asst Project Manager

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Work Location: Springfield Campus

Department: Planning Design & Construction

HR Home Department: 060115 PLANNING, DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

Pay Grade: 43

Proposed Salary: $34,921 – $42,158/annually

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.

Appointment Type: Full Time Regular

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

General Function 

The Assistant Project Manager assists other departmental staff in the development and execution of projects and manages smaller or less complex projects. The Assistant Project Manager assists with the development of building programs and in the development of presentations, including creating graphics and architectural renderings. The Assistant Project Manager assists in creating contract documents, including drawings and specifications for competitive bidding. The Assistant Project Manager assists in the management of ongoing construction. The Assistant Project Manager assists in the maintenance of standards by working with others in the department to develop standard details and specifications that may be incorporated into projects. The Assistant Project Manager researches and compiles building data for use by the University, stays current with the software used in the department, and assists in the development of the campus master plan.

Description of Primary Duties    

The Assistant Project Manager assists other departmental staff in the development and execution of projects and manages smaller or less complex projects. The Assistant Project Manager assists with the development of building programs and in the development of presentations, including creating graphics and architectural renderings. The Assistant Project Manager assists in creating contract documents, including drawings and specifications for competitive bidding. The Assistant Project Manager assists in the management of ongoing construction. The Assistant Project Manager assists in the maintenance of standards by working with others in the department to develop standard details and specifications that may be incorporated into projects. The Assistant Project Manager researches and compiles building data for use by the University, stays current with the software used in the department, and assists in the development of the campus master plan.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications   

Education: An Associate’s degree in a field related to architecture, architectural engineering, construction technology, or interior design is required. A Bachelor’s degree in architecture, architectural engineering, construction technology, interior design, or a related field is preferred.

Experience: With the Associate’s degree as described in “Education”, five years of progressively responsible experience in a similar position is required which includes experience in construction-related work in which the primary focus is on the design and planning of commercial and institutional buildings and field observation of construction projects and experience in the preparation of graphic and architectural presentation materials in various media and the actual preparation of construction documents that clearly convey the requirements of intended designs for the purpose of bidding and constructing commercial and institutional facilities. With a Bachelor’s degree as described in “Education”, no prior work experience is required. Responsible experience in a similar position at a University or other large institution is preferred. Experience in an architectural or engineering design office working with clients in higher education is preferred. Demonstrated experience working effectively in a diverse environment is preferred.

Skills: The ability to prepare renderings and graphics in various forms of media in order to adequately convey the concepts of projects or prepare representations of expected final constructed results is required. The ability to prepare contract documents, including plans and specifications, and to read and interpret contract documents is required. The ability to proficiently manipulate graphics software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop or similar programs to achieve desired results is required. The ability to effectively use spreadsheets, word processing, and similar computing systems is required. Excellent communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills are required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Knowledge of building codes, industry standards, and contract language applicable to the construction industry is preferred. Knowledge of materials and methods of construction, including proper detailing of architectural building systems is preferred.

Effort: The ability to move throughout the campus on foot, including climbing ladders and/or stairs on construction sites or in University facilities, is required.

Other: The scope of the job frequently requires working in the evenings and on weekends, particularly during the progress of construction projects.

Additional Qualifications         

Link to Job Description   http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21172.htm

Open Date          07/13/2018

Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)

Special Instructions to Applicants

First date of consideration August 3, 2018.

Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

EO/AA and Diversity Statement

Non Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)

Background Check Statement

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Posting Detail

Posting Number               20180134FTS

Quicklink for Posting       http://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/40477