Construction Manager - UCF Palladium
The Construction Manager leads the on-site management of a ground-up new construction project at American Campus Communities (ACC). This role will be responsible for ensuring that assigned projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. The Construction Manager will manage all aspects of construction, including coordinating with the General Contractor and third parties, as well as communicating progress to internal and external stakeholders.
Job Responsibilities: (OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED)
Ground-up Construction Management:
- Manage all construction and field coordination for assigned development.
- Track and review project progress; identify and address any potential issues to mitigate delays or cost overruns.
- Oversee General Contractor, Architect, and third-party consultants to ensure development is completed on schedule and within budget.
- Inspect and document work performed onsite daily to ensure compliance with contract documents and the Company project goals.
- Ensure work quality of third parties, as well as accurate reporting and construction correction documentation.
- Track Request for Information (RFI) and submittal logs to ensure timely information flow between General Contractor and third parties.
- Coordinate all project documentation and reporting to be thorough, accurate, and well-organized, including contracts, change orders, inspections, and final delivery reports.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local municipality and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) entities.
- For all on-campus projects, establish relationships and coordinate with university partners to ensure they feel informed throughout the construction process.
- Keep internal stakeholders informed throughout the project by preparing frequent project progress reports.
- Coordinate and attend all project specific Owner-Architect-Contractor meetings.
- Conduct initial review of monthly pay applications and change orders.
- Support Development Manager with review of monthly draw and assist with budget updates as needed.
- As needed, support Development team during pre-development phase with coordination and preparation of contracts, budgets, purchasing, scheduling, etc.
- Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
Project Closeout and Handoff:
- Coordinate timely delivery and installation of furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
- Facilitate all architect and owner punch items, see through to completion.
- Coordinate with construction teams, and third parties as needed, to ensure Property Operations staff is trained on project specific systems for hand-off.
- Assist Development Manager in coordinating with Operations so that the completed project is ready for occupancy, with all necessary systems and processes in place.
- Outline warranty items, including coordination of one-year warranty walks and any post-construction follow-up items.
American Campus Communities Culture Commitments
- Our people are devoted to a culture of inclusion, diversity, and equality in the workplace and our communities. We are committed to intentionally executing an evolving set of goals specific to inclusion, diversity, and accountability, driven by empathetic leadership and embraced by all.
- The core of American Campus culture involves everyone being fully invested in everything that we do down to picking up the smallest piece of trash in the office and around our communities. No matter their position or duration at the organization, everyone picks up trash.
- Serve as an American Campus representative and liaison in all interactions.
- Certain activities involved in this position may be photographed and/or video and audio recorded for quality control and/or training purposes. Compliance with the Photo, Video and Voice Recording Policy is a condition of employment.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education/Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on ground-up student housing, multi-family or commercial development.
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Science, or Engineering preferred.
- Understanding of construction plans and specifications, architectural drawings, and engineering reports.
- Understanding of quality assurance processes and external review requirements (environmental, geotechnical, etc.).
- Expertise in managing construction contracts, budget tracking, and ensuring compliance with project timelines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to keep all stakeholders informed and aligned.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with the ability to influence and drive project success across teams.
Benefits & Perks
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Benefits:
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life Insurance
- Sick Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Pregnancy & Childbirth Leave
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Matching
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
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Perks:
- Preferred Membership Pricing at Local & National Companies
- CoreGiving Volunteer Days
- Referral Program
- Charity Matching Program
About American Campus Communities
American Campus Communities is the nation’s largest developer, owner and manager of high-quality student housing communities.
Whether we’re creating a new development, upgrading an acquired community, or partnering with a university to develop or manage on-campus housing, our goal is the same: deliver the best possible experience for students – at every price point.
And it’s not just about great living spaces and great amenities. It’s about giving students the resources and environment they need to succeed, both academically and personally.
Our Mission keeps us focused:
Our values help us get there.
Delivering the best possible student experience doesn’t just happen. It takes an unrelenting commitment to students, parents and educational institutions. It also takes a corporate culture built on shared values, a higher purpose, and a team of people who truly love what they do.
American Campus Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, for employment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
American Campus Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, for employment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.