Team Lead, Construction Administration

Company: University of Texas at Austin
Location: Austin
Posted on: May 16, 2025

Job Description:

Job Posting Title:Team Lead, Construction Administration----Hiring Department:CPC - Capital Planning and Construction----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Immediately----Position Duration:Expected to Continue----Location:UT MAIN CAMPUS----Job Details:General NotesThe University of Texas at Austin is seeking to hire a Team Lead for Construction Administration within the department of Planning, Design and Construction (PDC). Team Lead will provide leadership and management of a 6-8 person team of construction administrators to observe and inspect construction project progress during the construction phase. PDC is currently managing more than $2 billion in active construction and this position is critical for the successful delivery of these projects. If you are experienced in construction management and want to help transform facilities that engage the university community and advance UT's education, research, and public service missions, we encourage you to apply for rewarding career opportunities in PDC.You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic program and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of students, staff, and faculty, thereby enhancing the student experience.Relocation incentive may be available.UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
• For more details, please see: and .PurposeTeam Lead for 6-8 construction administrators providing guidance and oversight of construction inspections/observations onsite and documentation along with review of design in coordination with the project manager. Oversees safety inspections including lessons learned. Schedules resources as needed to support projects.Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage up to 8 CA staff in observing and inspecting construction projects and safety on a variety of PDC projects as assigned. Provide guidance and oversight of construction inspections/observations, annual/bi-annual staff performance evaluations, and reporting results to PDC leadership in coordination with the Associate Director of Project Support.
  • Assigned as prime CA on 1-2 projects and other projects as needed. Conduct required observation of construction work for compliance with approved contract drawings, specifications, Request for Information (RFIs), Change Orders, and approved submittals and shop drawings. Issues Observation Reports noting conditions of non-compliance, with proper references to drawings and specifications. Document site observations and contacts with construction personnel.
  • Review, comment, maintain, organize, distribute, track and retrieve paper and electronic construction related project documentation, including inspection and test reports, RFI's, Architect's Supplemental Instructions (ASIs) documents, submittals, project change control documents, etc. Survey construction progress to confirm % complete by trade. Review, confirm, modify and approve monthly contractor payment applications. Document progress on approved templates and safety inspections in SafetyNet.
  • Coordinate and monitor material testing, air balance testing, and systems testing. Coordinate and monitor Commissioning process, including equipment testing, functional performance tests and Integrated System Test of interrelated systems. Monitor deficiency logs to assure follow up of re-testing and system performance. Assist the Project Manager (PM) in resolving construction issues involving architectural, civil, structural, plumbing , electrical, and mechanical issues.
  • Attend Pre-Construction meetings and regular onsite construction meetings. Facilitate pre-installation meetings between contractor and subcontractors prior to start of roofing, glazing, pre-cast panels, curtain wall, waterproofing, foundations, structural framing, and other systems as required by specifications. Coordinate with campus when site visits, inspections, noise control, traffic control, security or utility outages are required by the work. Attend pre-outage planning meetings.
  • Maintain SWPPP documentation and perform inspections and audits. Stay current in Codes and Regulations applicable to design and construction, including International Building Codes (IBC), NFPA 101, TDLR, OSHA, ASA/TAS, ASHRAE 90.1, TPDES, and any special requirements of the building type or the local jurisdiction. Interface with an provide support to end-users and campus stakeholders, architects and engineers, contractors and regulatory agencies to assist with timely resolution of conflicts.
  • Monitor project close-out procedures and deliverables, including Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manuals, current and accurate as-builts, record documents, punch lists, and warranty walk-through. Issue punch lists for above-ceiling, in-wall and Substantial Completion inspections, and revisit to confirm completion of deficiencies. Monitor job site safety, conduct routing safety inspections and document observations and deficiencies in SafetyNet electronic database.
  • Other related functions as assigned. Complete special projects and serve on committees as assigned.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED equivalent. Fifteen years of related experience in highly complex commercial, higher education or institutional construction. Ability to read and comprehend complex building construction documents, plans, details, diagrams, and specifications. Computer proficiency in multiple software packages such as Microsoft Office suite. Five years in staff oversight experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred QualificationsUT Austin experience as a Construction Administrator. Ten years inspecting mechanical and/or electrical system, architectural finishes and familiarity with Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) inspection in highly complex industrial, commercial, higher education, or institutional facilities preferred. Technical certification, licensure, or other industry recognized documentation of knowledge and expertise in one or more building trades preferred. LEED Green Associate preferred. OSHA Thirty-hour construction safety training preferred. Experience using internet-based safety database such as SafetyNet. Experience supervising/overseeing the work of one or more other construction inspectors. Computer proficiency in project management and tracking software such as Procore, BIM 360, etc., and document review/editing software such as Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat Pro, etc.Driving Required This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).Salary Range$98,000 + depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions
    • Uniforms or PPE while onsite
    • All weather conditions
    • Extreme temperatures
    • Chemical fumes
    • Standard office
    • Biohazards/chemicals
    • Electrical/mechanical
    • Keyboard
    • Manual dexterity
    • Climbing of stairs and ladders
    • Lifting and moving
    • May require after hours onsite work including evenings, weekends, holidays, etc. Will require travel between job sites.Required Materials
      • Resume/CV
      • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
      • Letter of interestImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----Employment Eligibility:Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----Retirement Plan Eligibility:The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.----Pay Transparency:The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.----Employment Eligibility Verification:If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.----E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
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        • [PDF]----Compliance:Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.Required
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