Construction Manager 1 - DMS

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

*THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.*

Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) employees make a difference in the lives of the citizens of Idaho. We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager 1 to join our operations team. You will impact the lives of customers and staff by maintaining functional, safe, and efficient facilities and you will work closely with a variety of leaders throughout the Department. This position is located in downtown Boise.

Special projects - may be required to respond to emergencies and to travel frequently with overnight stays.

This position is not eligible for telework.

BENEFITS:

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. 

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• 11 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start 
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Plan, schedule, administer or coordinate maintenance and construction projects, including office moves, facility maintenance and repairs, insurance, contract management, security, and policy development.
• Utilize conventional construction management practices to prepare cost estimates, including project development and Division of Public Works liaison.
• Define work to be done and specifications to be met, including solutions for multi-stakeholder projects, office moves, construction updates, and facilities updates.
• Review contract bid prior to bid opening to determine compliance with plan specifications for facilities, and construction projects.
• Compile information for preparation of budgets and programs and may participate in meetings with contractors, other agencies and the general public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALTY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum/specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good knowledge of construction management principles and practices. Typically gained by formal training; OR at least two years' paid work experience in construction management.
• Experience reading and interpreting contract plans, specifications, and documents; estimating and scheduling construction projects; applying engineering principals for construction applications and various aspects of project management. Typically gained by six months' related work experience OR completion of a six month internship with field work.

 SPECIALTY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Some positions require good knowledge of building design practices, general construction methods and construction contract administration. Typically gained by formal training (vocation and/or trade school); OR at least three years' work experience reviewing plans, issuing bid documents, conducting routine field inspections and applying the engineering plans to the field applications.
• State and local building codes including Uniform Building Code and electrical, plumbing, fire and life-safety codes. Typically gained by formal training covering these codes; OR at least three years of work experience as a contractor or developer, or related background, conducting inspections for commercial building compliance with codes and commercial building contracts. 

Learn About a Career with DHW

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If you have questions, please contact us at:

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(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL: [email protected] 
PHONE: (208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.