Construction Project Manager – K–12 Educational Projects

Construction Project Manager – K–12 Educational Projects

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee K–12 educational construction projects , including school renovations, additions, and new construction . The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing construction projects in occupied school environments , coordinating stakeholders, controlling budgets, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget while meeting established quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects , from preconstruction and procurement through construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans .
• Coordinate with school district representatives, architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders .
• Monitor project progress and address issues affecting cost, schedule, quality, and safety .
• Review contractor schedules, submittals, RFIs, pay applications, and change orders .
• Conduct project meetings and maintain meeting minutes, action items, and project documentation.
• Minimize disruption to school operations during construction activities.
• Monitor project budgets , evaluate change orders, track contingencies, and forecast costs.
• Conduct construction site visits to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning, punch lists, and final project turnover .
• Ensure completion of warranties, operation manuals, as-built drawings , and other closeout documentation.
• Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• 7–10 years of construction management experience .
• At least 5 years of experience managing K–12 educational facility construction projects .
• Experience with occupied campus renovations, additions, and new construction .
• Knowledge of construction methods, building systems, project scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration .
• Experience with public-sector procurement and contracting preferred.
• Background as an Owner's Representative, Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), or General Contractor preferred.
• Familiarity with Texas school district construction programs and bond-funded projects is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Construction Project Planning and Execution
• K–12 School Construction and Renovation
• Budget and Cost Control
• Project Scheduling and Risk Management
• Contractor and Subcontractor Coordination
• Change Order Management and Contract Administration
• Quality Assurance and Construction Safety
• Client and Stakeholder Communication
• Project Documentation and Closeout
• Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office

Preferred Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
• LEED Accredited Professional

Physical Requirements

• Ability to visit active construction sites and travel between project locations.
• Ability to walk job sites, climb stairs, and navigate uneven terrain .
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, kneel, and perform other routine physical activities.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds .

Key Performance Expectations

• Project Schedule Adherence
• Budget Performance
• Change Order and Cost Management
• Safety and Quality Performance
• Client Satisfaction and Stakeholder Communication
• Successful Project Completion and Closeout

Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable equal opportunity laws.