Closing Date:
10/09/2026
Type of Position:
Construction and Planning

Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Department:
Design & Construction Services

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Construction Project Manager will be the liaison with design consultants, contractors, University employees, and others areas as required. This position coordinates meetings and other activities with user committees, consultants, contractors, planners, and others. This position must be able to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, and review plans and specifications for constructability and viability. The Construction Project Manager provides surveillance and oversight over major and minor construction projects on campus and handles construction project management administration including contracts, project schedules, payment applications, change orders, warranty, and close out documentation. This position will also inspect completed buildings and construction projects for compliance and acceptability.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education or; A Facility Management Professional or Project Management Professional certification may be considered in lieu of a degree

OR

• In lieu of a degree, experience in engineering, architecture, or a related field.

AND

• At least five years of experience in the construction industry as a project manager or member of a project management team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity
• At least eight years of experience in the construction industry as a project manager or leading a project management team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of all aspects of construction site safety
• Knowledge and familiarity with current sustainability principles
• Knowledge of the supervisory practices and procedures
• Knowledge of building construction techniques, materials, and costs
• Knowledge of construction budget development
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of skilled trade workers
• Ability to conduct on-site inspections of buildings to determine quality and progress of on-going operations
• Ability to interpret blueprints and building specifications
• Ability to develop construction plans, procedures, and budgets

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$75,092 - $86,355.75; Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume

Optional Documents:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:



All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes