Construction & Project Management Director

Under the direction of supervisor, this position is responsible for the construction and project management function of the Credit Union which primarily focuses on managing new construction work, as well as assigned building remodeling or larger maintenance projects. This position may serve to support other assigned department staff in these functions. The position may also provide management assistance and consultation to the maintenance and operations of credit union buildings and properties. 

As a member of the Facilities Team, this position has a shared responsibility for ensuring that the development, construction, maintenance, operation, engineering, inspection, and management of ALL Credit Union space, property, buildings, grounds, equipment, furnishings, utilities, and associated systems is accomplished in a professional and excellent manner. This position will work closely with other staff members within the department to ensure that this objective is accomplished, as well as directs, supervises, and assists outside service personnel and vendors to accomplish the same. This position will not only make recommendations and coordinate with senior management in fulfilling assigned job duties but will also engage autonomously to direct and ensure the safe, efficient, and timely construction of Credit Union facilities & property according to designated plans, procedures, and direction.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

1. Supervises and manages selected contractors and vendors to carry out the purpose of the Construction Management function.

a. Procures, supervises, and supports approved contractors and vendors and in their job duties.

b. Meets with and communicates regularly with those supervised to encourage and model a high level of performance and addresses deficiencies and needed improvements in a positive and professional manner.

c. Reviews and approves invoicing and payment draws.

d. Monitors assigned and issued work orders and agreements to ensure the timely tracking and completion.

e. Reviews and ensures that purchase expenses are aligned with budget parameters, department procedures, and contractual scope of work. 

2. As instructed by supervisor, directs the construction, remodel, and material project work for Credit Union facilities in a proper, professional, and efficient manner to ensure that all assigned work is attractive, functional, safe, code compliant, secure. and according to established plans and procedures. 

a. Reviews, negotiates, and ensures fulfillment of approved contracts and agreements, as per established department procedure. Specifically, takes responsibility for the construction management agreements to ensure that they are executed as agreed upon and to review all assigned contracts on a regular basis to ensure market-based pricing. 

b. Has responsibility to help establish, monitor, and maintain the following construction management functions: budgets, schedules, and scope of work.

c. Will play a primary role to ensure that all contracted work is done as per specifications and Credit Union procedure and plans. Will ensure that the work competed is done in a professional and high workmanship fashion. 

d. Ensures that all buildings, furniture, and equipment meets appropriate building codes and standards to include ADA, OSHA, and other building code regulations. 

e. Conducts regular inspections of facilities, projects, and properties and assesses problems and needs.  Provides construction, maintenance, and administrative recommendations.  Assists to ensure that facilities are clean, well maintained, and in good repair.

f. Coordinates with the management functions within the department and assists the Facilities Management Director in the development of effective preventative maintenance and regular maintenance programs for all facilities.  

g. Manages AND performs various construction, maintenance, alteration, and repair work, for buildings, grounds, and equipment.  

h. Ensures that all facility construction and project related functions are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures and managed within established budgetary parameters.

i. Provides emergency 24 hour on call service as required.

j. Under the direction of supervisor, and by assignment, will hire, employ, supervise, and monitor outside contractors and vendors for the completion of assigned work. 

k. Develops, maintains, and works within budgets for assigned work and receives, reviews, monitors, and approves all invoicing pertaining to all assigned tasks, projects, and construction functions. 

l. Provides inspection and monitoring of all work at all phases to ensure quality or workmanship and appropriate use of credit union funds and resources. 

2. Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective business relatio