Project Manager for RCS

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO seeks a Project Manager for RCS to oversee design and construction projects from pre-design through closeout. You will manage the project team, budgets, schedules, and compliance across architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, electronic, and landscape disciplines.

This role acts as the primary CSU contact for contractors and stakeholders, ensuring minimal disruption to university operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with 3+ years of project or construction management experience, or a High School Diploma with 7+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Review program plan and determine design and delivery method.
• Manage the design process to meet project goals and coordinate client and university objectives.
• Oversee construction, contract administration, bid review, and on-site supervision to ensure safety and quality.
• Create and enforce project schedules and monitor progress to maintain timelines.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Project Manager for RCS# Careers at CSU## Project Manager for RCSApply: Fully in-person/on-site: Fort Collins, CO: Full time: Posted Today: R2026107891# Job Description## Position Summary:This position manages the project team, tasks, budget, and schedule for all phases of design and construction. Projects are conducted simultaneously and cover a wide variety of design and construction disciplines, including architectural, civil, structural,mechanical, electrical, electronic, and landscape architecture. Construction projects include new construction, renovation, remodeling, controlled maintenance, and large-scale renovation where the position acts as both the project manager and the superintendent. The position’s purpose is to ensure that stated project objectives are disruption to other University activities and functions. Work includes: reviewing requirements of the program plan, determining the project design and delivery method,developing and managing budgets, facilitating user group involvement, adjusting projects to align with University policy, scheduling projects, managing project duration, selecting and managing Architects and Engineers, reviewing and advising approval of designs,negotiating compliance with regulatory requirements, coordinating the project with other University groups and activities; bidding, tailoring and guiding approval of design and construction contracts, overseeing contractor activities, verifying performance for invoices and recommending payment, negotiating change orders, providing quality control, documenting and closing out projects through warranty period. Position will also oversee in house architectural and engineering design, in house trades, and serve as superintendent to renovation projects including all communication, coordination, and safety needs as the primary point of contact for CSU. **For full consideration, please apply by Friday, December 4, 2026, 11:59 PM (MT).** ## Essential Job Duties:* Pre-design phase: Review and interpret program planning, communicate with user group to review needs. Position acts as primary point of design contact and determines in house resources available with RCS Architect and Engineers and informs the design process and needs.* Design: Manage the design process to ensure the project goals are met, facilitate and maintain communication between all entities. Coordinate the client’s goals to align with the University’s goals. Ensure design consultant follow requirements of CSU Construction Standard.* Project Construction: Oversees and coordinates impacts of projects with CSU departments and other governmental agencies. Be the onsite point of contact for all occupants, trades, contractors, or others associated with project. Manage multiple trades (internal and external) and job site safety, acting as Construction Superintendent in addition to Project Manager and Design manager.* Contract Administration: Coordinate pre-bid meetings. Ensure all bidders questions are answered via addendum. Evaluate bids for lowest responsible bidder and review for compliance with bid requirements. Issue Notice of Award and construction contract.* Scheduling: Creates and enforces project time controls. This entails creating a detailed project schedule for all involved including the customer. Monitors job progress to make sure schedule is adhered to.## ## Supervision:* Position does not supervise. ## Conditions of Employment:* Pre-employment criminal and motor vehicle background check.* Pre-employment physical.* Valid Driver's License.* Essential Services Designation - required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.* Shift Work - Projects require department to change shift to meet the needs of the University.* On-call Status - Must be available during University emergencies such as floods, fires, snow, etc.* Travel - will need to travel to University location outside of main campus. ## Minimum Qualifications:* Bachelors Degree in related field and 3 years of progressive professional experience in project management or construction management,**OR*** High School Diploma/GED and 7 years of progressive professional experience in project management or construction management.## ## Preferred Qualifications:* Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related degree.* Ability to work successfully with many different types of clients, including administrators, faculty, staff, students, contractors, and the general public.* Experience in design work (mechanical, electrical, structural or civil.)* Excellent customer service skills.# Salary Range$85,000 - $95,000# Required Application DocumentsTo apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Resume/CV# # Employee BenefitsColorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.* Review our detailed benefits information here.* Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.* For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.* Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!