Construction Contracts Manager

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Required Education &/or Experience:

• 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.

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

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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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.