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The Manager, Construction & Deferred Maintenance Projects reports to the Director, Facilities Management and leads and oversees deferred maintenance and construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with institutional goals. Acting as the primary point of contact between the college and external partners, this role ensures effective coordination, compliance with regulations, and successful execution throughout the project lifecycle.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Oversees deferred maintenance projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion of repairs and upgrades across campus buildings.
Develops and manages project schedules for maintenance work, ensuring all tasks are completed within budget and on time.
Collaborates with maintenance staff and contractors to plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance tasks, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems.
Reviews and approves invoices from contractors, architects, engineers, and vendors related to maintenance work.
Ensures all projects comply with building codes, safety regulations, and College policies and procedures.
Conducts periodic inspections of campus facilities to identify maintenance needs and prioritize deferred maintenance issues.
Prepares and manages project budgets, providing updates to leadership on project status and financial performance.
Coordinates with other departments to ensure resources and space are allocated efficiently for ongoing maintenance and repairs.
Tracks and reports on the progress of deferred maintenance projects, adjusting timelines and resources as needed.
Coordinates with the Project Management Office and follows the project management framework.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS – Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to perform the job effectively.

A bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required.
5+ years of experience in facilities management, construction management, project management, or maintenance project oversight is required.
Experience managing deferred maintenance projects, including building system repairs, infrastructure upgrades, and capital improvements, is required.
PMP Certification is preferred
Experience working in an institutional or higher education setting is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES – This may be representative but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.

Strong understanding of business and management principles in facilities and construction project management.
Ability to direct and evaluate operations, ensuring efficient execution of maintenance projects.
Proven skills in setting department goals aligned with organizational strategy and overseeing project success.
Effective at planning, delegating, and supervising, ensuring work is completed on time and to standard.
Leadership skills to motivate, mentor, and develop teams while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities to address challenges and unplanned issues.
Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to ensure project alignment and successful outcomes.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES – Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requires the ability to lift and move light objects
Requires the ability to move materials occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Usual office conditions

Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job duties described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Compensation: $64,500.00 - $79,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience.

Grade of Position: 23-08E

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25

Division: Division of Facilities

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.