Project Manager (Higher Education)

PCL; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

PCL Construction Services, Inc. in Minneapolis, Minnesota seeks a Project Manager (Higher Education) to lead complex higher-ed construction projects. You will oversee contracts, safety plans, budgets, schedules and quality, while mentoring staff and coordinating design progress.

The role requires 10–15 years in construction, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering on time and within budget. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered, with employee ownership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of progressive construction experience, including Higher Education projects.
• Demonstrated safety culture leadership and knowledge of health, safety and environment principles.
• Broad construction knowledge including materials, methods, codes, and quality management.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills for budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provides overall contract administration, technical expertise, and support for a large or complex construction project.
• Leads project safety plan development and fosters a safety culture on site.
• Oversees total construction to align with design, budget, resources, quality and schedule.
• Identifies value engineering opportunities for functionality, cost, and schedule benefits.
• Monitors performance reports for safety, cost forecasts, and schedule.
• Negotiates subcontracts and major purchase orders while tracking progress.
• Manages contract documents and coordinates project commissioning and closeout.
• Identifies risks and opportunities and communicates them to stakeholders.
• Mentors project team and coordinates design progress, quality audits, and deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, construction management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Scheduling software

Job description

The future you want is within reach. Let’s build it together.

At PCL Construction Services, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.

As a Project Manager (Higher Education) for PCL Construction Services, Inc. in Minneapolis, Minnesota, you’ll have the opportunity to lead innovative infrastructure projects that shape the future of your community,

We are looking for a talented Project Manager with experience in Higher Education construction .

Why Choose PCL?

Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success—because when you succeed, we all do.

Our offerings could include:

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Here’s how a Project Manager (Higher Education) for PCL Construction Services, Inc. within Minneapolis contributes to our team:

• Provides overall contract administration, technical expertise, and support for a large or complex construction project.
• Oversees the development and implementation of the project safety plan and creates and influences the safety culture on site through leading by example.
• Oversees total construction to ensure the project is constructed as per design, budget, resources, quality, and schedule.
• Understands client drivers and offers value engineering proposals for functionality, cost, and schedule benefit.
• Accountable for project performance and reviews performance status reports for safety, cost forecast, and schedule.
• Negotiates and issues subcontracts, major purchase orders and progress payments and monitors their progress and schedule.
• Understands, communicates, and proactively manages the contract and contract documents.
• Develops and coordinates overall project commissioning and closeout.
• Identifies and manages risk and opportunities on construction projects.
• Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors project team including direct and indirect reports.
• Monitors progress of the design, including compliance issues, quality, general coordination, constructability, and timing of deliverables.
• Obtains a comprehensive design-management and design-quality plan and conduct periodic quality audits to ensure compliance.
• Keeps all parties informed of potential opportunities and challenges, and managing stakeholders’ expectations through appropriate forms of communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of progressive construction experience, including experience working on projects in the Higher Education sector. Leadership and mentoring skills preferred.
• Demonstrated experience implementing a strong safety culture by application of health, safety, and environment principles and legislation.
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry including diverse project types, building materials, construction specifications, methods and procedures, construction law and building codes, and safety and quality management practices.
• Superior planning, organizational, and time management skills including the ability to manage project budgets, risks, resources and schedules.
• Ability to monitor and forecast project resources and staffing for the project.
• Ability to identify and manage risk and opportunities on construction projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.
• Experience in leading a team, construction project facets and trade performance.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, project management and scheduling software, with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

The estimated salary range for this role is $130,000 - $160,000, based on your experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be confirmed as part of a personalized offer.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

At PCL Construction Services, Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail] and include the position and location of interest.

This is considered a safety-sensitive position.

Company: PCL Construction Services, Inc.

Primary Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Job Title: Project Manager (Higher Education)