Project Manager

CSU; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento is seeking a Project Manager (Administrator I) to oversee major and minor construction projects, guiding them through development, planning, design, construction, and close-out.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, strong contract management skills, budgeting and scheduling experience, and the ability to work with diverse faculty, students, staff, and the community. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Progressively responsible experience in project management.
• Experience monitoring budgets and timelines.
• Experience administering contracts and ensuring policy compliance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record coordinating contracts.
• Ability to manage/direct contractors/sub-contractors.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Commitment to welcoming and inclusive environment with diverse colleagues and constituents.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned major/minor construction projects from development through close-out.
• Oversee planning, design and construction coordination and execution.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and contractor performance; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support the Director of Planning & Construction Services with contract administration and policy adherence.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and community partners to deliver projects.

Skills

Project management

Budget & timeline monitoring

Contract administration

Verbal & written communication

Contract coordination

Directing contractors

Independent & collaborative work

Driver’s license

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Working Title: Project Manager

Classification Title: Administrator I

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Director of Planning & Construction Services, the incumbent is responsible for managing assigned major and/or minor construction projects, including all aspects of project management during development, planning, design, construction, and final close‑out.

Required Qualifications

1. A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or equivalent work experience
2. Progressively responsible experience in the area of project management
3. Experience with monitoring project budgets and timelines
4. Experience administering and reviewing contracts and ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills
6. Proven track record in managing and coordinating contracts
7. Ability to manage and direct contractors/sub-contractors
8. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
9. Valid driver’s license and maintenance of good driving record
10. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s degree from an accredited university
2. Professional Licensed Architect, Mechanical or Electrical Engineer
3. Knowledge of California construction codes and laws, including seismic codes
4. Experience managing major and/or minor construction projects
5. Experience in successfully managing multiple, concurrent projects
6. Knowledge of California Public Works project management
7. Experience managing projects for California State University, State of California, University of California, California Community Colleges, or local governments or special districts in California

Conditions of Employment

• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

Required Licenses / Certifications

Valid driver’s license and maintenance of a good driving record.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e., H‑1‑B Visa).

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, please refer to our policy statement.

Note to Applicants

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.