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JOB SUMMARY

This position provides services as a Construction Engineer for the University on multiple projects. This position is accountable for performing complex duties in the coordination and monitoring of construction activities including documenting conditions and construction progress and coordinating utility shutdowns between the contractor, utility companies, and the University for any construction project assigned to them. Ensures that project scope, schedule, and budget are being adhered to and notifies the director of changes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field and 12 years of related experience in management, inspection, or supervision of the construction of projects. Two years of experience must include large, highly complex construction projects.
• Must be willing and able to work occasional evening and weekend hours and respond to calls for emergencies, campus closures, inclement weather, and events that affect the University, projects, or job sites.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must possess adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, and fitness to perform the required duties.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional registration and/or required licenses and/or certifications in the appropriate discipline.
• Experience working at higher education facilities.
• Knowledge of Oracle Unifier system and P6.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment at the University of Connecticut is contingent upon the successful candidate’s compliance with the University’s Mandatory Workforce COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.  This Policy states that all workforce members are required to have or obtain a Covid-19 vaccination as a term and condition of employment at UConn, unless an exemption or deferral has been approved. 

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #496282 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.  For a detailed job description please visit our website at: https://updc.uconn.edu/

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on May 25, 2022. 

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.