Construction Serviceds Manager

Under the direction of the Director of Facilities Management and Planning, the Construction Services Manager provides leadership and oversight for in-house campus construction, renovation, and minor capital improvement activities. This position manages the campus construction team and ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with university standards, building codes, and budget parameters. The Construction Services Manager oversees project execution from scope development through completion and supports the strategic use of in-house labor for renovations and small construction projects.
 
The Construction Services Manager serves as the primary liaison between Facilities Maintenance and the University's Capital Projects group within the Office of the President. This role provides constructability input, coordination support, and operational transition planning to ensure capital projects integrate effectively into ongoing campus maintenance and operations.
 
This position plays a critical role in maintaining construction quality, protecting institutional assets, and ensuring long-term maintainability of campus facilities.
 
Additional Info
 
 
Required Qualifications:
?Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of seven years' of progressively responsible experience in construction, facilities operations, or construction management.
• Minimum of five years' supervisory experience.
• Valid Nebraska driver's license (within 6 months of hire).
• Good oral, writing, and organizational skills.

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Ten years' related work experience in maintenance operations or construction management.
• Seven years' supervisory experience.

 
 
HOW TO APPLY:   To be considered for the position, please submit a resume and references at UNK Employment Opportunities before March 30 2026. Selected applicant will need to complete a pre-employment physical and background check prior to the start of employment. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Michael Cremers at cremersmr@unk.edu.  Upon a contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate.  Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive. The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. NuFlex benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care.  The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees.  Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA and Fidelity.
 
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