Facilities Construction Manager III

Ames, IA

Full time

R20154

Position Title:Facilities Construction Manager III

Job Group:Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience

Job Description:

Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) is seeking a Facilities Construction Manager III. This position provides construction management services for moderate to large capital projects involving the renovation and new construction of campus facilities that support the University's teaching, research, and outreach mission.

Responsibilities include serving as the University's Owner's Representative during the construction phase of assigned projects. This includes providing construction management, coordination, and construction administration services to ensure successful project delivery. The Facilities Construction Manager III works closely with contractors, project managers, consultants, and campus stakeholders to support project progress, resolve construction-related issues, and maintain effective communication throughout the construction process.

Additionally, this position observes work in progress to ensure the installation of materials and equipment complies with contract documents, applicable codes, and university standards. The Facilities Construction Manager III oversees multiple projects simultaneously, with aggregate project budgets totaling up to $80 million.

The successful candidate will possess strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills; be detail-oriented and proactive in problem solving; and have the ability to lead diverse project teams with differing interests, needs, and priorities while managing multiple projects concurrently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.

• Experience managing construction activities for commercial, institutional, or similarly complex building projects.

• Experience with construction administration, contractor coordination, and monitoring construction quality.

• Experience interpreting construction documents, building codes, and applicable construction standards.

• Experience with public sector construction projects, including procurement policies and regulations.

About Facilities Planning and Management

Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) plays an essential role in maintaining, improving, and supporting Iowa State University's campus. With more than 450 full-time employees, along with student staff, our team provides a wide range of professional, technical, and skilled trades services that support the University's buildings, grounds, infrastructure, and utilities.

Learn more about the department here (https://www.fpm.iastate.edu/frontdoor/)

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by November 15, 2026.

Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans

• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

• Life insurance and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Various voluntary benefits and discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:PS811

Original Posting Date: November 6, 2026

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:R20154

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.