Project Manager

ChathamCountySchools; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee facility projects from conception to completion. This role involves developing budgets, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing educational facilities and making a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about project management and looking to contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Project Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Develops conceptual plans and budgets for facilities projects.
• Coordinates with groups for facility planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Monitors project progress and ensures compliance with contract requirements.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction

Master's Degree in Project Management

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Project Manager is responsible for providing project management expertise. Project Managers within Facilities Management develop facility projects, both renovation and new construction, to support the Capital Improvement Program, from the initiation stage through planning, design and construction. The Project Manager manages and coordinates the activities of a designated project with a specific timeframe and funding amount to ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within specified schedule and budget parameters.

REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Capital Projects
SALARY SCHEDULE: A-4
WORK DAYS: 250

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in Construction, Project Management, Engineering, or Computer Science or related field.

Preferred: Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a degree om Construction, Project Management, Engineering, Business, Computer Science or related field.

Experience, Skill, and Certification:

• Minimum of 2 years related practical experience in the project management. Previous commercial or public project management experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Must be organized, have the ability to plan, coordinate and supervise projects from conception to end.
• Capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to building and construction projects.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate ideas and be persuasive. Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• Ability to get Project Management Professional Certification.
• Eligible for educational support license.
• Eligible for Georgia Professional Standards Support Certificate.
• Valid State Driver’s License.

Preferred:
• Experience in a comparable urban school district.
• Previous K-12 facility design experience.
• Experience with site evaluations including those required for GA Department of Education site approval.
• Experience with GA Department of Education funding mechanisms and procedures.
• Experience in both public and private sectors.
• Management of major construction projects.
• Project Management Professional Certification

Duties and Responsibilities:


1. Develops conceptual plans and budgets for facilities projects to support fiscal decision-making.
2. Coordinates with proponent groups and building committees to facilitate rational facility planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
3. Develops planning documents for initiation of projects to gain approval at GA DOE level.
4. Prepares requests for proposal and conducts all necessary meetings to facilitate hiring architectural and construction management services.
5. Monitor or assist other Department Project Managers in monitoring the progress and quality of work in the field, and in ensuring that work performed is in compliance with contract requirements. Prepare job-site visits and photo-supported field reports. Ensure completion of all project closeout requirements by all parties.
6. Coordinates all parties involved in the planning, design, and construction process by assigning tasks and providing guidance for specific functions. - Develops and maintains facility project budgets.
7. Conducts pre-construction meetings, reviews bids, and recommends award of contract.
8. Prepares construction contracts and monitors their execution and distribution.
9. Prepares contract change orders and monitors their execution.
10. Assure compliance with District policies, goals, and procedures in all functional areas of responsibility.
11. Reviews contract plans and specifications for compliance with appropriate building codes and project requirements.
12. Perform other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization.


TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Incumbents will be considered “at will.” Appropriate pay will be determined based on the Grade as determined by Human Resources and allowable experience. The work calendar will be 250 days. (A-4) Exempt revised 06-2023

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
A responsibility is considered to be “non-essential” (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:
• it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or
• it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.
Note the responsibility number from the list in the “Duties and Responsibilities” section for those responsibilities that could be considered “non-essential” based on this definition.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS
Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. Check the box that is applicable for this position and complete necessary information.

[x] OFFICE Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.

[]CLASSROOM Employees in this category spend at least most of the workday in a typical classroom or related educational environment. There will be prolonged periods of standing or walking, and there may be frequent bending, stooping, or stretching. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies. Reading, listening, writing, and speaking are requirements. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands, but there may be occasions that require the lifting or restraint of a student.

EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICAL OR SENSORY DEMANDS
(Check any that apply to this job and complete the required information.)

[X] Heavy lifting of up to _50___ pounds

[X] Frequent climbing up to _______ feet, and/or working on building roofs.

[X] Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter.

[X] Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals, or other potential hazards.

[X] Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods.

[X] Other: Occasional climbing onto roofs and other high areas. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.