Construction Project Manager

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00623PO26 Job Family Campus Development Job Function Facilities Project Management USC Market Title Facilities Project Manager Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132360 Job Level P3 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Construction Project Manager Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Administration and Finance Department DAF Facilities Renovation and Infrastructure Construction State Pay Range G11 USC Market Range MRJ - $76,904 $96,130 $115,356 Anticipated Hiring Range $76,904-$96,130 Location of Vacancy SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday 8:00a.m-4: 30p.m

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other

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From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Responsible for the coordination of renovation and infrastructure projects for the Department of Facilities Services of the University of South Carolina including overall monitoring of contract administration and the planning, design, bidding, construction, and close out phases of project performance.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

• Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Construction Management.
• SC Contractor's license, certified construction manager (CCM), professional engineer (PE), Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP), or Project Management Professional (PMP).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of construction project management, modern architecture, design engineering and facility construction.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the construction and modification of facilities.
• Knowledge of contract procedures, bidding procedures, architectural agreements and inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations governing architectural or civil engineering project management for building or facility renovation projects and campus scale infrastructure construction.
• Ability to oversee the work of subordinate project managers or consultants.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with customers, superiors, subordinates, associates, design and construction consultants.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to prepare, review and revise plans and specifications.
• Ability to problem solve and utilize conscious decision making.
• Ability to build teams and involve stakeholders.
• Typical projects include but are not limited to interior renovations, energy efficiency projects, roofing and exterior replacements, HVAC and electrical upgrades, in ground infrastructure and thermal plant modernizations.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Manages, monitors, and controls contractual commitments to assure performance of work including but not limited to compliance with drawings and specifications, performance of contract administration and close-outs, and University acceptance of completed work by reviewing contract documents and budgets, conducting site visits, inspecting work performed, ensuring customer "deliverables," verifying punch list, providing direction, and maintaining contact through warranty period.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Maintains knowledge of and implements University and industry requirements, procedures, and standards including but not limited to state procurement law, Office of State Engineer, DHEC, City of Columbia, State Fire Marshall, Erosion & Sediment Control, Flood Plain and Zoning, LEEDS certification, historic preservation, any other applicable codes, and the University's master plan by reading, researching, reviewing, attending conferences, training, and meeting with internal and external personnel.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty

Executes project specific activities including assisting with the bid process, procuring services, submitting change orders and approving expenditures, updating project schedules and budgets, reviewing and, when necessary for value engineering, modifying construction documents, and providing project status reports.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Communicates and coordinates project issues with internal and external clients, professional consultants, regulatory agencies, University administration, Facilities Services departments and personnel, coworkers by developing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships, meeting with concerned parties, negotiating expenditures, mediating user expectations, rening project scope, and conducting site visits.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

• Provides comprehensive guidance to customers in the procurement of professional design services and construction services as expeditiously as possible, in a manner best suited to their needs, and infill compliance with the Consolidated Procurement Code.
• Monitors state projects during construction to ensure the work complies with the building codes by reviewing inspection reports submitted by3rd party inspectors and design professionals for notations of deficiencies and corrective action taken on deficiencies.
• Physically inspects all construction project sites for compliance with the design drawings, campus standards and quality expectations.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty

• Executes development and coordination of major or signicant infrastructure and renovation projects through the planning, design, bidding, construction, and close out phases including but not limited to meeting with clients, A/E consultants and Facilities leadership;
• Determining scope and duration; coordinating A/E procurement, cost estimates, and feasibility studies.
• Implementing established budget and schedule to meet program needs and limitations; Negotiating to gain consensus and nal approval.
• Providing summary reports and direction to all parties involved.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty

• Provides assistance to the Director of Infrastructure Construction and Renovation and/or the Associate Vice President of Facilities Management as required to develop and improve office policies, procedures and design standards;
• Provides training to staff ;
• Provides guidance and input on the resolution of contractual issues;
• Identifies and implements innovative procurement and contract management strategies to achieve project success.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 08/19/2026 Job Close Date 10/02/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by October 2, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/211883 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a Valid Driver's License?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information