Construction Project Manager - Construction (2024-2025)

Minimum Salary: $81,021/Days: 226

Primary Purpose:

To manage construction projects through planning and coordination with district staff, construction contractors, architects, engineers and others.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school graduate or GED certificate and ten years of experience in project management or related field; or
• Sixty semester hours of college credit with architecture, engineering or construction emphasis and six years of experience in building construction and construction management; or
• Degree in architecture, engineering, science or construction and four years of experience in building construction and construction management or related field; or
• Professional certification in project management by a nationally recognized certification firm and four years of experience in building construction and construction management or related field; and
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred and
• Valid Texas driver’s license and good driving record; meet and maintain liability coverage eligibility

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• General knowledge of construction trades and plans
• Knowledge of school district purchasing and bidding processes
• Ability to define problems, draw conclusions, and problem solve
• Ability to use various computer software, including Construction Project Management Software, Microsoft Suite, Adobe Reader, Acrobat, and AutoCAD software Leadership and organizational skills
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills

Experience:

• Proven ability to review/approve contractor shop drawing submittals, Requests for Information, Change Orders and other construction-related documents
• Familiarity and understanding of processes and procedures related to school districts or other governmental entities

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Facility Construction and Repair Projects

1. Manage construction on multiple school district projects including scheduling, RFI’s, change orders, and reviewing/approving contractor shop drawings.

2. Serve as project coordinator/liaison with contracted architectural, engineering and management professionals involved in planning, design and construction of projects.

3. Assure conformity of design with program requirements, time schedules, budget limitations, construction codes and district standards and criteria.

4. Ensure compliance with regulations and school district requirements in the performance of project work.

5. Review and approve contractor progress payments.

6. Update internal staff (administration, school leadership, etc.) on project progress and scheduling.

7. Monitor workmanship per contractual requirements on a regular basis at job sites.

8. Participate in planning and school facilities design conferences with department and district administrators.

9. Advise Chief of Construction and Design on matters regarding assigned functions/departments.

Policy, Reports, and Law

10. Ensure compliance with district, state, and national policies and procedures.

11. Produce field reports as necessary or the accomplishment of job requirements.

12. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including coordinating the storage and handling of construction documents.

Safety

13. Maintain safety standards in conformance with federal, state, and insurance regulations.

Other

14. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

15. Participate in staff development activities that improve job-related skills and professional growth.

16. Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity, a collaborative leadership style, and high ethical standards.

17. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and campus policies affective schools, including daily attendance, punctuality, and confidentiality.

18. Perform other duties as assigned.

19. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Frequent (10-25 pounds), occasionally lifting and carrying (25-40 pounds); infrequently carrying or lifting more than 45 pounds with assistance

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; work around moving objects or vehicles; work alone; may work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress