Construction and Planning Specialist
Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, United States
Responsibilities
Manages, supervises, inspects, and coordinates new construction and remodeling projects on assigned campuses; monitors construction timeline to ensure contractors maintain an accurate schedule and perform to university standards; reviews and approves contractors’ billing performance
Coordinates necessary interruption of services between administration, Physical Plant, and contractors
Reviews engineering drawings and specifications and serves as project coordinator with architects, engineers, contractors, and administrators
Reviews and approves shop and as-built drawings for university archives and Physical Plant use
Provides feedback and recommendations to administrators and concerned parties on project cost analyses and alternatives after project bids have been submitted
Advises interior designers of special circumstances and facilities requirements; advises and assists architects and engineers with contract change orders as required by new functions, unforeseeable conditions, code requirements, or design refinements
Maintains documentation of all assigned projects with IU‑issued software, including timelines, schedules, substantial completion, and other elements of construction
Education
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
Required
Bachelor’s degree
Preferred
Work Experience
2 years of construction management experience and/or large‑format planning, experience managing multi‑disciplined construction projects with scopes of work including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
Required
Licenses and Certificates
Valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire
Required
Skills
Proficient in written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Demonstrates basic knowledge of Indiana Building Codes
Ability to read and interpret large‑format schematics, blueprints, and drawings
Strong oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a broad range of customers and management levels
Demonstrates working knowledge and practical application and experience in word processing, spreadsheet, planning, and database software use as well as e‑mail utility
Demonstrates problem solving skills
Demonstrates experience and advanced skills in project management/project communication
Physical Demands
This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Indianapolis, Indiana
$61,541.00 – $74,000.00 per year
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long‑term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Equal Opportunity Statement
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination here which includes contact information.
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Manages, supervises, inspects, and coordinates new construction and remodeling projects on assigned campuses; monitors construction timeline to ensure contractors maintain an accurate schedule and perform to university standards; reviews and approves contractors’ billing performance
Coordinates necessary interruption of services between administration, Physical Plant, and contractors
Reviews engineering drawings and specifications and serves as project coordinator with architects, engineers, contractors, and administrators
Reviews and approves shop and as-built drawings for university archives and Physical Plant use
Provides feedback and recommendations to administrators and concerned parties on project cost analyses and alternatives after project bids have been submitted
Advises interior designers of special circumstances and facilities requirements; advises and assists architects and engineers with contract change orders as required by new functions, unforeseeable conditions, code requirements, or design refinements
Maintains documentation of all assigned projects with IU‑issued software, including timelines, schedules, substantial completion, and other elements of construction
Education
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
Required
Bachelor’s degree
Preferred
Work Experience
2 years of construction management experience and/or large‑format planning, experience managing multi‑disciplined construction projects with scopes of work including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
Required
Licenses and Certificates
Valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire
Required
Skills
Proficient in written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Demonstrates basic knowledge of Indiana Building Codes
Ability to read and interpret large‑format schematics, blueprints, and drawings
Strong oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a broad range of customers and management levels
Demonstrates working knowledge and practical application and experience in word processing, spreadsheet, planning, and database software use as well as e‑mail utility
Demonstrates problem solving skills
Demonstrates experience and advanced skills in project management/project communication
Physical Demands
This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Indianapolis, Indiana
$61,541.00 – $74,000.00 per year
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long‑term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Equal Opportunity Statement
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination here which includes contact information.
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