Project Manager - Planning and Construction (Bond Funded) - School Year 2026-2027

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District seeks a Project Manager for Planning and Construction to lead multiple bond-funded construction projects, coordinating with district staff, architects and engineers from programming through closeout.

The role requires extensive knowledge of design/construction processes, budgeting, bidding and contract management, plus strong communication skills and in-person collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 10 years' experience in design and construction management.
• Experience managing large commercial or institutional construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of design and construction processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple bond projects with district staff, architects and engineers.
• Coordinate budgeting, design, bidding and contract processes for large projects.
• Ensure construction documents meet District standards and education specifications.
• Monitor budgets and schedule; report progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Construction management

MS Word

Excel

AutoCAD

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering or construction management

High School Diploma/equivalent with 10 years' experience

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Project Manager - Planning and Construction (Bond Funded)

Job Title: Project Manager - Planning and Construction (Bond Funded) Reports To: Director, Planning & Construction Classification: Professional Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Days: 250 Salary: See Compensation Plan for Administrative/Professional Pay Plan, Pay Grade 106 Contract: None Date Revised: 11/15/2023 Primary Purpose: Plan, coordinate and manage multiple large construction projects and facility improvements with district and non-district personnel. Responsibilities require programming, pre-planning and project development, budgeting, project design, development of construction documents, plans and specifications, bidding process, contract execution, construction management and contract compliance for multiple large construction projects.

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor's degree in the field of architecture, engineering or construction management or High School Diploma/equivalent with ten (10) years of experience in design and construction management of commercial or institutional construction.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor's degree in the field of architecture, engineering or construction management or High School Diploma/equivalent with ten (10) years of experience in design and construction management of commercial or institutional construction.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of all facets of design and construction processes and procedures and related documentation.
• Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel; AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Effective management, organizational, oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

• At least five (5) years of experience in design and construction management of commercial or institutional construction with college degree or ten (10) years of experience in design and construction management of commercial or institutional construction with college degree or ten (10) years of experience in design and construction management of commercial or institutional construction without college degree.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Construction Projects and Facility Improvements

• Manage multiple bond projects with district and campus staff, architects and engineers and Project Advisory Team (PAT).
• Manage multiple bond projects to include A/E contract management, programming, pre-planning and project development, budgeting, project design, development of construction documents, plans and specifications, bidding process, contract execution, construction management and contract compliance for multiple large construction projects ranging from 5 to 80 million dollars.
• Coordinate and manage project programming and development of large multiple projects. Coordinate and schedule meetings with district and campus staff, architects and engineers and Project Advisory Team (PAT).
• Coordinate and manage project budget and design phase of large multiple projects. Coordinate and manage scope of work required for each project. Manage final development of construction documents against District's Design and Construction Standards and educational Specifications.
• Schedule and coordinate construction proposal process. Review and evaluate proposals for scope of work and compliance to construction documents and established budget.
• Assist in recommendation of general contractor and project cost for contract assignment to the Board of Trustees.
• Manage and coordinate all construction activities, enforce contract document compliance, budgets and all construction related documentation, close-out documents and warranty information.
• Effectively monitor budget and report construction progress and schedule to district and campus staff and project advisory teams.

Records And Reports

• Review and approve schedule of values.
• Review and approve applications for payment.
• Review and approve change order requests.

Other

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position will require supervision of office assistant.

Equipment Used

Computer and various office equipment.

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of the computer.
• Frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Moving small boxes, construction documents and plans, equipment and other departmental equipment.

Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.