Project Manager, Planning & Construction - Davis Center, (SY 2025-2026)
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Job Title: Project Manager, Planning & Construction - Davis Center, (SY 2025-2026) and Requisition ID number: 102938
Close Date: 11:59 PM on 04/28/2025
Organizational Unit: Construction Planning Group A (10001225)
Site: Davis Center (0001)
FTE: 1.000; 52 wks; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time
Union: AMP(42)
Functional Area: Administrative
Salary Range: $89,695 GRD66 Step1 - $112,015 GRD66 Step10
Benefits: Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan
Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.
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SUMMARY
Under general supervision, manages planning and construction projects for MPS by generating solutions to align district facilities resources with existing and anticipated instructional, operational, and financial opportunities and limitations; assures that projects meet state and Federal regulations and District standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Manages a portfolio of concurrent projects in multiple locations for oversight of design, construction, project closeout, and warranty processes.
• Conducts facility feasibility studies, including a statement of project intent and resulting scope, project budget, schedule assumptions, and forecast.
• Reviews and approves technical documents, change orders, and purchase/payment requests; evaluates, negotiates, and resolves contract and technical issues.
• Participates in the creation and evaluation of planning for remodels, expansions, and new construction.
• Provides input and oversees selection of architects, engineers, designers, and contractors; presents recommendations for selection of contractors and consultants.
• Coordinates various elements of the design and construction process to successfully remodel or build projects.
• Develops budgets, scope, and schedules to establish completion dates, identify any delays or impacts that may affect the cost or the timely completion of projects.
• Prepares and evaluates consultant and contractor requests for proposals and bid packages.
• Manages financial controls and documents control process for multiple concurrent projects.
• Review plans and specifications for suitability of school use, quality, student and staff safety, compliance with federal and state regulations, future operation costs, and budget.
• Builds strong working relationships with district leaders, school leaders, and community leaders to promote collaboration and solve common problems. Resolves employee, parent, and community complaints and mediates issues of importance to the community.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines
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Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a related field; AND
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three (3) years of construction planning and project management experience;
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OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Knowledge of:
• Methods and practices for project planning, designs, technical plans, specifications, estimates, and reports for construction projects
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