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Construction crews for the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project have completed the first concrete pour for the foundation of  -- 

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Lincoln, Nebraska, Requisition Number: S_250585 Department: Lied Center for Performing Arts-0854 Description of Work: Facility Services Manager oversees all care, maintenance and project needs for the Lied Center for Performing Arts, including physical plant and its operating systems, interior furnishings and fixtures. Directs all aspects of building maintenance and housekeeping, conversion and engineering tasks related to the operation of the Lied Center. Oversees the supervision of the building maintenance staff and manages the custodial staff. Conducts yearly staff performance evaluations and ensures adherence to building policy and procedures. Plans and budgets for renovation projects, building upkeep, repairs, furnishing replacements and fire, life and safety projects. Creates the scope of work required for projects to be worked in-house, or seeks out contractors and bids and works with UNL FMP code officials on acquiring permits, scheduling work, quality control, ensuring regulatory and code compliance and ensuring deadlines are met and work is performed in a professional manner. Prioritizes all building events with repairs and project needs. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ . Minimum Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent plus four years of experience with building construction and remodel, including two years of preventive maintenance work on mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems. Experience in training, motivating, and supervising staff. Custodial experience. Customer service experience. Working knowledge of electrical systems, steam systems, HVAC /Refrigeration, and plumbing repair. Familiarity with and skilled in the use of an extensive variety of both hand and power tools. Familiarity with basic safety procedures and OSHA Guidelines. Knowledge of the safe and effective use of cleaning chemicals and operation of tools and equipment used in custodial operations. Basic computer and email skills. Ability to develop, maintain, and follow a budget. Experience must demonstrate attention to detail and ability to follow through on projects. Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Associate's degree plus four or more years of experience performing comparable duties in a similar venue. Experience that demonstrates welding, plumbing, carpeting, soldering, carpentry, painting, laminating, drywall, and finishing skills. Licensed general contractor. Posted Salary: $70,000/yr minimum Job Type: Full-Time

4 weeks 2 days ago
Westminster, Colorado, Responsible to the Senior Manager Engineering for achieving functional area/corporate goals and objectives in the most cost-efficient manner through effective planning, organizing, controlling, developing and executing operational support engineering design for all TSGT generating facilities to meet power production requirements. This includes coal-fired, gas-fired, solar, and other generating stations. Also provide engineering support when needed for the retirement, decommissioning and demolition of generating stations. Provides generation engineering design support services including generation engineering related design and drawing control. Provides project construction management support for generation facilities upgrades and modifications. Provides North American Electric Reliability Corporation/Western Electricity Coordinating Council (NERC/WECC) compliance support for generation facilities. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Generation Engineering Manager Hiring Salary Range: $135,000-$190,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Responsibilities: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide management direction to personnel. Perform generation project management duties as required. Participate in the formulation of functional area/corporate short?term and long?range goals and objectives. Recommend and implement policies, programs, and procedures consistent with functional area/corporate goals and objectives. Monitor and evaluate activities in terms of adherence to schedules and budgets, cost effectiveness, and results. Develop, review and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting functional area operations and make appropriate recommendations. Confer with management personnel to resolve problems and coordinate activities. Develop and provide project construction management support in planning, scheduling, costing, designing, and monitoring generation facility upgrades and modifications. Develop and maintain generation facilities design and operations standards. Supervise or assist in generation facilities emergencies as required. Working with generation station personnel as well as Generation Engineering staff, develop and recommend annual budget requests including capital items, manpower, and operating budget, and administer annual budget. Review and approve generation capitol projects. Assist in the analysis and development of strategic plans including providing input to the Electric Resource Plan. Perform special studies, analyses, and cost estimates. Represent Tri?State on various external committees. Support programs for NERC/WECC compliance for generation facilities. Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications: Education and Training: Bachelor of Science degree in engineering. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices applicable to power generating facilities. Extensive knowledge of power generation facilities operations. Knowledge of government regulations and industry codes affecting electric utilities. Working knowledge of contract preparation, negotiations and administration. Working knowledge of budget preparation and administration. Working knowledge of NERC/WECC compliance guidelines. Excellent project management skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to plan, organize and control the work of others. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Working knowledge of Tri?State's service area and operations. Working knowledge of safety policies and procedures. Experience: Ten (10) years of progressive related experience including five (5) years in a supervisory capacity. Other: Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position. Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver’s license.) Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level.

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The Construction Project Manager Course (PMC) delivers six days of expert-led, in- person training on the strategies that dri -- 

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Flooding risks are mounting for coastal Washington cities as climate change drives sea-level rise and a powerful El Niño loom -- 

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Fort Bliss in Texas has unveiled the first of 10 3D-printed barracks, marking the largest use of robotic construction by the  -- 

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Chicago Rockford International Airport is set to start a four-phase construction project to improve traffic flow to the main  -- 

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Sacramento Regional Transit is considering bus rapid transit as a more affordable alternative to a long-discussed light rail  -- 

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit has started rehabilitation work on the Panhandle Bridge, focusing on repairs to the concrete deck -- 

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The Department of Energy has partnered with Brookfield Asset Management to transform the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant in K -- 

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Dominion Energy announced plans to build a 2.6-gigawatt natural gas power plant in Grant County, W.Va., alongside the existin -- 

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The US Army Corps of Engineers has awarded all 23 contracts for the Comite Diversion Project, with six under construction.  -- 

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The Suffolk County Water Authority has revised the route for the North Fork Water Main Project to reduce environmental impact -- 

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Palm Springs, Calif., is undergoing $322 million in bridge projects to address outdated infrastructure and climate change imp -- 

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A state review panel, including NCDOT and WMPO representatives, formally rejected Delivering Bridges LLC's $1 billion proposa -- 

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The Colorado Department of Transportation's $900 million Interstate 70 Floyd Hill Project has reached its halfway point, mark -- 

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Amtrak has made adjustments to the scope of its Baltimore & Potomac Tunnel Replacement program to address challenges posed by --