Construction Project Manager III

VIA Metropolitan Transit; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

VIA Metro Transit in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead design, engineering, and construction from inception to closeout.

The role manages large, complex capital programs for bus and rail facilities, coordinating with internal planning, engineering, safety, procurement, finance, and operations, as well as external consultants and contractors. Requires strong leadership, budgeting, scheduling, and quality control abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or related field.
• Eight years of progressively responsible experience in construction project management, design coordination, or contract administration.
• Experience leading large-scale, multi-phase public infrastructure or capital improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, engineering, and construction projects from inception through closeout.
• Manage large and complex construction programs ensuring quality, cost, schedule, and safety standards.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure project success.
• Develop scopes, schedules, budgets, and resources using modern project management tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas

Project Management Professional (PMP) or CCM

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling applications

Job description

82,640 - 114,448 USD per year

Description

Summary:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

Responsible for assigned design, engineering, and construction projects from inception through closeout. Performs comprehensive project management for large and complex construction programs, ensuring compliance with VIA's standards for quality, cost, schedule, and safety. Assists the Manager of Construction with departmental planning, budgeting, and manpower allocation. Provides quality control oversight and professional guidance to Project Managers I and II and other assigned staff. Applies advanced project management and technical expertise in the supervision, coordination, and execution of VIA's capital projects, including bus and rail transit facilities, maintenance facilities, and related infrastructure.

Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership.

Works under limited supervision, exercising considerable independent judgment and decision-making.

Coordinates with internal stakeholders (planning, engineering, safety, procurement, finance, and operations) and external partners (consultants, contractors, utility providers, and regulatory agencies).

Manages design and construction projects using recognized project management practices to ensure successful delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

Develops, monitors, and updates project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations using modern project management systems and construction technology platforms (e.g., Autodesk Construction Cloud).

Oversees consultant and contractor performance for design deliverables, construction progress, and contractual compliance.

Prepares and reviews drawings, specifications, and other construction documents to ensure technical accuracy and consistency.

Evaluates contract documents, bids, and proposals to determine responsiveness, responsibility, and compliance with procurement requirements.

Serves as departmental contract reviewer to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local procurement laws and VIA standards.

Conducts cost and price analysis, value engineering, and constructability reviews to optimize project delivery.

Develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and procurement packages for design and construction contracts.

Provides coordination, direction, and oversight of work performed by project managers I and II and assigned staff.

Coordinates VIA's design and construction activities with other municipalities, utilities, regulatory agencies, and permitting authorities.

Monitors project budgets, schedules, and funding sources to ensure fiscal and administrative compliance.

Prepares reports, schedules, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Exercises administrative and operational control over assigned projects, setting priorities to achieve departmental efficiency and program goals.

Participates in and conducts project meetings, design reviews, and construction progress discussions.

This job description excludes marginal functions that are incidental to performing the job. Other duties may exist.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field and eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in construction project management, design coordination, contract administration, or related field. S ix (6) years of experience must be in managing construction projects, including responsible for leading large-scale, complex, or multi-phase public infrastructure or capital improvement projects. Experience may be substituted in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis for up to four years.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in managing federally funded transportation or public infrastructure projects.

Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.

Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM).

Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and project control systems.

Proficiency in Autodesk Construction Cloud, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project), and scheduling applications.

Ability to prepare and interpret complex technical reports, cost analyses, and construction documentation.

Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.

Must maintain reliable attendance and demonstrate sound judgment and professionalism.

Must be capable of giving clear direction and providing quality control reviews of work performed by others.

Must maintain confidentiality and represent VIA in a professional manner in all interactions.

Employees must consider safety in all tasks performed and demonstrate sound judgment to protect their own safety and that of coworkers and customers.

Must comply with all VIA safety, health, and system security policies and programs.

Responsible for identifying and reporting hazards or unsafe conditions to the immediate supervisor or Safety Department.

Authorized and expected to stop any job or task to prevent unsafe actions or conditions .

Must be able to maintain good work attendance.

Safety Accountability Statement:

• Employees must consider safety in all tasks performed, as well as demonstrate safe judgment and decisions that not only maintain their own safety; but that of fellow employees and customers.
• Demonstrate a professional commitment to assure compliance with all organizational policies, practices, and programs related to safety, health, and system security.
• Employees have a responsibility to identify and report hazards, as well as potentially unsafe conditions, to your immediate supervisor or Safety Department.
• Employees are responsible, a nd required , to stop a job/task to prevent an unsafe incident or act from occurring. This acknowledges the threat of potential injury, property damage and the opportunity for better judgment to be used.

Must comply with and support all applicable VIA EEO Policies and Procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical ability required to be mobile, bend, stoop, stand, reach, and occasionally lift 5-25 pounds of objects, such as files, equipment and supplies, and books.

Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and navigate active construction sites.

Sufficient visual acuity to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and inspect construction work for quality compliance.

WORK ENVIRONMENTS:

Works in project field office of assigned projects.

Work may involve exposure to varied weather conditions, noise, and physical activity typical of a construction environment.

Occasional irregular hours.

Regular travel to project sites is required; some overnight travel may be necessary.

VIA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunity to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.