Construction Project Manager (REPOST)

<strong style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0">Join Our Team</strong><br><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0">The <span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0">South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) is s</span>eeking a <strong style="font-weight: 700"><em>Construction Project Manager&nbsp;</em></strong>to join us in our mission to enhance the lives of those we serve. Explore a career where your work directly impacts the well-being of your fellow South Carolinians.</span><br><div style="text-align: center"><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><strong><em><strong style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: center; text-indent: 0"><em>*This position is being reposted. Previous applicants are still being considered and need not reapply.*</em></strong></em></strong></span></div><br style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><strong style="font-weight: 700; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0">Job Responsibilities</strong></span><br>This position manages the design and construction process for deferred maintenance, capital improvement and renovation projects of moderate to large complexity for BHDD facilities across the State of South Carolina. This position also:<ul style="padding-left: 2rem; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><li>Manages assigned agency Permanent Improvement and Non-Permanent Improvement Projects.</li><li>Participates in the evaluation and awarding of contracts for architectural and engineering services as well as bid openings and evaluations for construction services in accordance with state procurement guidelines. Administers contracts from beginning to end of project.&nbsp;</li><li>Evaluates and assesses existing building conditions within the agency to assist in the prioritizing, budgeting, and scheduling of upcoming capital projects.</li><li>Develops and executes acquisition strategies that ensure fairness, competition, serve the best interests of the State and result in completed projects that meet customer requirements. Understands and ensures compliance with applicable rules and regulations including the International Building Codes, Executive Budget Office, the Office of State Engineer regulations, the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code, The Joint Commission, the Department of Public Health, and the Joint Bond Review Committee (JBRC).&nbsp;</li><li>Develops materials and scopes for and manages Task Order Contracts, Competitive Sealed Bids, and Minor Construction projects for a variety of construction disciplines depending on project size and complexity.</li><li>Creates, maintains, and updates project files, for all assigned projects, throughout the life cycle of the project(s). &nbsp;</li><li>Provides periodic projects updates to management and project stakeholders.&nbsp;</li><li>Performs other duties as requested.</li></ul>A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture with related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience. A valid drivers license.<undefined>Thorough knowledge of Project Management. Thorough knowledge of engineering design methodologies, construction methodologies, construction management as well as general construction. Skill in preparing, reviewing and analyzing plans, specifications, technical computations and cost estimates. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, architects, engineers, contractors and State agency managers. Ability to plan and direct the work of architects, engineers and construction personnel. Ability to coordinate the work of multiple design teams in varied disciplines. Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the construction and modification of facilities. Knowledge of contract and bidding procedures.&nbsp;<br></undefined><p style="margin: 15px 0; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><strong style="font-weight: 700">Employment Contingency:&nbsp;</strong>Employment is contingent&nbsp;upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include&nbsp;fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials.&nbsp;We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.<strong style="font-weight: 700">&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></strong><strong style="font-weight: 700">State Disaster Plan:&nbsp;</strong>In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.<br><strong style="font-weight: 700">&nbsp;<br>Supplemental Questions: </strong>Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education.<strong style="font-weight: 700">&nbsp;<u>A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.</u></strong></p><p style="margin: 15px 0; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><strong style="font-weight: 700"><em>The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.</em></strong><strong style="font-weight: 700">&nbsp;</strong></p><p style="margin: 10px 0; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><strong style="font-weight: 700">The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:</strong></p><ul style="padding-left: 2rem; margin: 10px 0 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><li>Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.peba.sc.gov/employees" title="https://www.peba.sc.gov/employees" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline !important">here</a> for additional information.</li><li>15 days annual (vacation) leave per year</li><li>15 days sick leave per year</li><li>13 paid holidays</li><li>Paid Parental Leave</li><li>S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available <a href="https://www.peba.sc.gov/deferred-comp" title="https://www.peba.sc.gov/deferred-comp" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline !important">(S.C. Deferred Compensation)</a></li><li>Retirement benefit choices<em>*</em><ul style="padding-left: 2rem; margin: 10px 0 3pt"><li>State Retirement Plan <a href="https://www.peba.sc.gov/scrs" title="https://www.peba.sc.gov/scrs" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline !important">(</a><a href="https://www.peba.sc.gov/scrs" title="https://www.peba.sc.gov/scrs" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline !important">SCRS</a><a href="https://www.peba.sc.gov/scrs" title="https://www.peba.sc.gov/scrs" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline !important">)</a></li><li>State Optional Retirement Program <a href="https://www.peba.sc.gov/state-orp" title="https://www.peba.sc.gov/state-orp" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline !important">(</a><a href="https://www.peba.sc.gov/state-orp" title="https://www.peba.sc.gov/state-orp" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline !important">State ORP</a><a href="https://www.peba.sc.gov/state-orp" title="https://www.peba.sc.gov/state-orp" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline !important">)</a></li></ul></li></ul>