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Construction Contracts Manager

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration


Workstudy Position:

No


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)


Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Facilities Management


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Summary of Job Duties:

The Construction Contracts Manager is responsible for managing and monitoring all construction-related contracts, agreements, certificates of insurance, payment performance bonds, and services through approval processes and tracking contract-related invoices. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and institutional policy.


Qualifications:

  • The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus, one year of specialized training in business management, business education, construction invoices, or a related field; plus, three years of experience in specialized or a related field applicable to work performed.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assists with the development of Facilities Management specific construction contract management directives, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and consistent application.

  • Responsible for managing construction documentation, and contract processing for new construction as well as Architect/Engineer Consultant Agreements. Ensuring contract balances are current and processing any necessary amendments.

  • Researches and analyzes construction and maintenance data pertinent to renovation and/or new construction of building projects.

  • Interviews and works closely with contractors and vendors to obtain and develop desired products. Prepares reports about tracking contract-related invoices.

  • Provides information, assistance, and clarifications to interested parties concerning construction and renovation projects, and the facilities department’s programs, policies, and procedures.

  • Assists supervisor by maintaining leave records, and logging and electronically filing incoming architectural and engineering documents.

  • May supervise a work-study or graduate assistant and evaluate the work performance of incumbents.

  • Perform other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of mathematics and statistics;

  • Knowledge of the construction industry and Facilities Management area;

  • Knowledge of computers and software applications;

  • Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports;

  • Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures;

  • Ability to analyze financial records and prepare reports;

  • Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others;

  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as requested.


    Additional Information:

    All Facilities Management employees are eligible to receive scholarship assistance to further their educational goals for skilled trades education and college degree through the Educational Scholarship fund.


    Salary Information:

    $43,000


    Required Documents to Apply:

    List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume


    Optional Documents:


    Special Instructions to Applicants:


    Recruitment Contact Information:

    Leslie Hutchins, AVC for Facilities Management
    lkhutchins@ualr.edu


    All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

    Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


    Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

    Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

    The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR

    The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

    Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

    All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

    Constant Physical Activity:

    Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking


    Frequent Physical Activity:

    Sitting, Walking


    Occasional Physical Activity:

    Lifting, Standing


    Benefits Eligible:

    Yes

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