Facilities Project Manager: School Construction & Design

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 93,744 - 114,819; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Health and wellness benefits

PERA retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a facilities program manager to lead design and construction for the District Bond program, directing teams of architects, engineers, and contractors to keep projects on scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring safety and quality.

You will coordinate with internal districts, manage design documents, and communicate progress to stakeholders, with focus on safe, economical, energy-efficient facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of combined experience in architecture or engineering and construction projects.
• Three years of management experience involving both administrative and technical duties.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and insurable driving record.
• Commitment to racial and educational excellence and to dismantling systems of oppression and inequity; support for all students to ensure they feel seen and heard with access to high-quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed by DPS.
• Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Manages teams to carry out assigned directions related to new school buildings, remodeling and repair of facilities, and facility planning; ensures safety and District standards are met and that projects are on schedule and budget.
• Directs the preparation of drawings and specifications for construction projects, including mechanical, cooling, heating, and controls, as well as new buildings, additions, remodeling, and major repairs; provides communication to all stakeholders on project schedule, scope, and impacts.
• Coordinates with District strategic sourcing to manage the selection of architects, construction consultants, and construction contractors through appropriate bid processes.
• Reviews design progress documents and construction contract documents for project intent and to ensure District standards are met.
• Manages project costs, pay requests, and schedules of design consultants and contractors.
• Participates in design and project construction meetings to ensure user requirements are communicated to the architect and to assist in resolving construction problems.
• Works with internal District teams and departments and manages all internal communications regarding project work and schedule with end users such as operations and maintenance, principals, QA/QC teams, and public/community relations.
• Performs internal paperwork and systems input to obtain project approvals from internal management teams.
• Manages project closeout for each project to ensure the District receives complete and accurate documentation, including warranty information.
• Assists the Environmental Safety Specialist with AHERA management, conducts asbestos abatement activities, and complies with District hazmat program processes and procedures.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking a facilities program manager to lead design and construction for the District Bond program, directing teams of architects, engineers, and contractors to keep projects on scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring safety and quality.

You will coordinate with internal districts, manage design documents, and communicate progress to stakeholders, with focus on safe, economical, energy-efficient facilities.