K-12 Construction Project Leader

CPPI; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-mt

Disability coverage

Growth opportunities

Job summary

CPPI is seeking an experienced K-12 Project Manager to lead educational construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will coordinate with school districts, owners, architects, and field teams to ensure on-time delivery within budget and quality standards.

Join CPPI to manage occupied campuses, oversee safety, and drive successful outcomes for students, staff, and communities. A strong background in K-12 projects and public-sector collaboration is required.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing K-12 educational construction projects is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• OSHA certification preferred.
• Experience working with public-sector clients, school districts, and educational institutions.
• Proficiency with project management, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting software.
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement, and project documentation.
• Commitment to jobsite safety, quality control, and exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage K-12 educational construction projects from preconstruction through final project closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for school districts, owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and overall execution strategies.
• Coordinate with superintendents and field leadership to establish site logistics, construction sequencing, and phasing plans, particularly for occupied school campuses.
• Support preconstruction activities, including scope reviews, estimating, value engineering, and subcontractor procurement.
• Monitor project financial performance through cost control, forecasting, reporting, and profitability tracking.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, public procurement regulations, applicable codes, and owner-specific standards.
• Maintain a strong focus on jobsite safety, risk management, and the protection of students, staff, and visitors near active construction areas.
• Oversee quality assurance and quality control throughout construction.
• Manage change orders, contract modifications, and project issues while minimizing impacts to cost and schedule.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain project schedules to align with school calendars, academic milestones, and occupancy requirements.
• Identify potential schedule delays or budget concerns and implement corrective action plans as needed.
• Coordinate project closeout, including punch lists, commissioning, training, warranty documentation, and owner turnover.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with school districts and educational clients to support repeat business and future opportunities.
• Identify process improvements, cost-saving opportunities, and innovative construction solutions.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other project team members.
• Participate in company initiatives, training programs, and business development efforts as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of project and company objectives.

Skills

On-site leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Public-sector experience

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Risk management

Client relationship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

OSHA certification

Tools

Project management software

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CPPI is seeking an experienced K-12 Project Manager to lead educational construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will coordinate with school districts, owners, architects, and field teams to ensure on-time delivery within budget and quality standards.

Join CPPI to manage occupied campuses, oversee safety, and drive successful outcomes for students, staff, and communities. A strong background in K-12 projects and public-sector collaboration is required.