Construction Project Manager

Portland State University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Portland State University is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead full-cycle delivery of capital projects with emphasis on sustainability and accessibility. You will oversee planning, design, and construction while coordinating with designers, engineers, and contractors to ensure value, quality and timeliness.

The role reports to the CPC department and requires an established track record in higher-education or similar environments.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience managing construction projects from conception to completion.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or related field.
• Flexibility to adapt tasks as needs change.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong judgment, negotiation and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of contract concepts and RFP processes.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, design and construction of capital projects under $5M.
• Coordinate with design consultants and contractors from conception to completion.
• Work with CPC architects, drafters, engineers and staff to deliver projects on time and budget.
• Assist with larger, more complex projects when needed.

Skills

Construction management

Project coordination

Negotiation

Communication

MS Project

Scheduling software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Announcement

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 10/16/2026

Classification Title

Classification Title Facilities / Operations

Rank

Rank N - No Rank

Working Title

Working Title Construction Project Manager

Department

Department 651331 - CPC Project Management

Position Number

Position Number D93053

Representation

Representation UU - Unclassified Unrepresented

Renewable

Renewable Renewable

End date, if applicable

Position FTE

Position FTE 1

Tenure Status N - not applicable

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands‑on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree‑lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world‑class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

Position Summary

Would you like to apply and expand your project management skills without the hassle of traveling to multiple job sites and worrying about the slow season? If you’re tired of traveling and want to work full time with generous benefits, year‑round work, and the opportunity to take on a new challenge, PSU is waiting for your application!

Portland State University’s Capital Projects & Construction ( CPC ) department is recruiting for a talented and proactive individual with experience in full-cycle construction project management with an innovative focus on sustainability and accessibility. Reporting to the Assistant Director of CPC , they oversee projects by providing timely, cost effective, and professional services that enhance the instructional, research, and service goals of the university.

The Project Manager will receive in-depth on-the-job training and will be responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and construction of capital construction and repair projects with a total budget of less than $5M. In consultation with colleagues across the university, this position interviews, hires, and directs the work of design consultants and construction contractors in order to execute the project work from conception to completion. Working closely with CPC architects, drafters, engineers, and construction services staff, this position may also assist with the completion of larger and more complex projects.

CPC is an unfunded unit within the University this position is expected to work 70% of the time on billable projects.
Capital Projects & Construction is a team‑oriented workplace where the staff take pride in maintaining and constructing the spaces necessary to serve PSU’s students. The atmosphere is collaborative and casual, but with a high emphasis on serving our clients by delivering quality projects on time and on budget.

This is a permanent full‑time position within an innovative team‑oriented environment located in downtown Portland, and includes a comprehensive benefits package with paid time off including paid sick time, paid holidays and paid vacation days, 95% employer‑funded premium healthcare, 100% employer‑funded retirement plans , and 70% off of tuition for the employee, dependent children, and your spouse or domestic partner. Remote work is limited to 1‑day per week and anything beyond that will need to be approved by your supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of experience managing construction projects that include engineering-related work from conception to completion
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, other applicable disciplines of Engineering, Business Administration or related degree.
• Demonstrated flexibility in task organization to respond to changing needs and requirements.
• Experience managing multiple projects at one time.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, anticipatory skills, confidentiality, negotiation, problem solving, communication, and customer service skills.
• Basic knowledge of contract implementation and legal requirements associated with construction contracting.
• Experience writing request for proposal ( RFP ) documents, creating project schedules, reviewing/approving pay applications and change orders.
• Basic knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, scheduling software such as Microsoft Project, and other project management software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with projects seeking LEED Certification and other sustainability credentials.
• Understanding of contract implementation and legal requirements associated with Oregon contracting law.
• Experience working on projects at a Higher Education institution.
• Basic understanding of AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam and other construction design related software.
• Experience with CMGC and Design Build procurement and projects.
• Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals.

Work Days/Hours

Work Days/Hours 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined.

Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $65,100 and $80,076. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
Portland State has an excellent benefits package including 95% employer‑paid health insurance premiums (employees and eligible dependents) and significantly reduced tuition rates for employees and eligible dependents at any of the Oregon Public Universities. After completing six full months employees are eligible to the employer‑paid pension program in addition to two voluntary retirement programs . Wellness options include access to the PSU Rec Center at a reduced rate and free wellness programs . For a comprehensive view of all PSU benefits, visit the PSU Total Compensation Calculator .

Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No

Background Check Required Yes

Position End Date (if applicable)

If you have questions

Please contact Stacie Looney, Administrative and Engagement Coordinator, at [e-mail].

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

• * How many years of experience do you have in managing construction projects that include engineering‑related work from conception to completion?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have a degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field? Please describe.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is the largest construction project that you have been responsible for serving as the primary/lead project manager and when was it?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * From the standpoint of cultural and socio‑economic backgrounds, gender identification, and other factors, PSU is a very diverse environment. Please describe your experience working with and for diverse colleagues, clients and managers.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you first find out about this position?
  • PSU Website
  • Indeed.com
  • HERCJobs
  • Urban League of Portland
  • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
  • Oregon Employment Department
  • Social Media
  • Person Referral
  • Career Builder
  • Glass Door
  • Other - Please describe in the next Question

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