Project Manager- Higher Education

STV, Inc.; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 116,930 - 133,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

STV, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to oversee multiple higher‑education construction projects onsite in Rhode Island. You will manage budgets, schedules, scopes of work, and coordination among university staff, contractors, architects, and consultants.

You will lead risk assessments, ensure safety compliance, and drive value through efficient procurement and contract management. Strong communication, leadership, and multi‑project execution are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing construction projects, preferably in higher education or institutional settings.
• Proven experience managing large‑scale, complex construction projects.
• Experience working with architects, contractors, and facility management teams.
• Familiarity with building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of construction‑related software (Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project).
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple construction projects, ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery per institutional specs.
• Develop budgets, schedules and scopes of work and monitor progress.
• Coordinate planning, design, procurement, construction, and close-out phases.
• Facilitate communication among university staff, contractors, architects, and consultants.
• Maintain contracts, project logs, change orders, meeting minutes, and reports.
• Define procurement scopes, review designs for compliance with standards.
• Manage contractor selection, bidding, and vendor negotiations.
• Prepare cost estimates, approve invoices, and monitor budget adherence.
• Identify risks, implement mitigation, and ensure safety compliance.
• Lead site visits, document quality and safety, resolve conflicts.
• Prepare final reports and transfer operations data to facilities management.
• Organize project meetings and track milestones and actions.

Skills

Project Management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk Management

Communication & Negotiation

Leadership

Multi-project management

Safety & Compliance

Team coordination

Education

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

Master’s degree

Tools

Procore

Buildertrend

MS Project

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management
  • Oversee multiple construction projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the institution’s specifications.
  • Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work.
  • Coordinate all phases of the project, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and post‑construction activities.
  • Ensure effective communication and collaboration between all parties, including university staff, contractors, architects, and consultants.
  • Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including contracts, project logs, change orders, meeting minutes, and progress reports.
• Procurement & Contract Management
  • Work with the planning and design teams to define project scope, objectives, and schedules.
  • Facilitate coordination between design professionals and university stakeholders to align project goals with institutional needs.
  • Review project designs for compliance with university standards, regulations, and sustainability goals.
  • Ensure that all applicable codes, laws, and safety standards are followed during the design and construction processes.
• Budget & Cost Control
  • Manage the selection and procurement of contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Negotiate and administer construction contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
  • Oversee the bidding process and recommend contractors/vendors to senior management.
• Risk Management & Safety
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and monitor project budgets to prevent cost overruns.
  • Approve contractor invoices and change orders, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to budgetary constraints.
  • Implement cost‑saving measures and value engineering techniques when appropriate.
• Stakeholder Communication & Reporting
  • Identify potential risks to the project and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure construction projects adhere to safety protocols, environmental standards, and institutional policies.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor safety compliance and quality control.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for any issues that arise during construction, resolving conflicts as they occur.
• Post-Construction & Close-Out
  • Provide regular updates to university leadership, stakeholders, and department heads on the status of projects.
  • Organize and lead project meetings, documenting key decisions, milestones, and action items.
  • Ensure that all stakeholders are informed of any changes or delays affecting the project timeline or budget.
  • Ensure that all punch‑list items are completed to the institution’s satisfaction.
  • Coordinate the transfer of building operations and maintenance information to university facilities management staff.
  • Prepare final reports and financial documents, including project completion reviews.

Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field (required). Master’s degree (preferred).
• Skills & Competencies
  • At least 5 years of experience in managing construction projects, with a focus on higher education or institutional projects (preferred).
  • Proven experience managing large‑scale, complex construction projects.
  • Experience working with architects, contractors, and facility management teams.
  • Familiarity with applicable building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
  • Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
  • Knowledge of construction‑related software (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project).
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental sustainability.

Position is 100% onsite.

Compensation Range

$116,930.89 - $133,635.31

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back‑Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.