Project Manager - Planning & Construction (Bond Funded)

Terrell ISD; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terrell ISD seeks a Project Manager for its Planning & Construction division, primarily focused on capital improvement bond projects. The successful candidate will coordinate with various stakeholders, manage project schedules, and ensure compliance with construction standards. Candidates should possess a relevant degree or extensive experience in managing K-12 facility projects, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields or ten years construction experience.
• Minimum five years in construction project management.
• Proficient in preparing bid documents and financial approvals.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate activities of consultants and contractors.
• Work collaboratively on project plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Oversee on-site construction inspections for compliance with standards.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Knowledge of Building Codes

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science, Management, or related field

Ten years of experience in construction or project management

Job description

Terrell ISD - Project Manager - Planning & Construction (Bond Funded)

Job Title: Project Manager - Planning & Construction (Bond Funded)

School: Terrell ISD

Campus Description:

Date Posted: 6/18/2025

Deadline: 2025-07-31

Openings: 1

Commitment: Full Time

Description/Notes: Primary Purpose:
Direct and coordinate the activities of the Consultants and Contractors engaged on Terrell ISD’s Capital Improvement Bond Program Projects. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, design and construction standards dissemination and verification, budget compliance, and time management, including construction schedule preparation and monitoring.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Work collaboratively to serve as liaison between campus principals, architects, engineers, consultants, and departments to develop, review, and finalize project plans, drawings, schematics, and specifications.
2. Assist in the recommendation of general contractor and project cost for contract assignment to the Board of Trustees.
3. Develop and conduct individual project(s), Pre-Bid and Pre-Construction meetings for the benefit of participating Consultants, Contractors, and Subcontractors.
4. Provide performance and objective reports on project progress and submit reports to the Deputy Superintendent of Business and Operations, including monthly Board Reports for assigned projects.
5. Oversee on-site inspection of construction projects to verify conformance with construction documents and programs, including but not limited to, material testing, overhead inspections, air-balancing, fire inspections, and conformance to Technical Design Specifications.
6. Coordinate with city, county, state, and federal officials to verify conformity with codes and ordinances regulating district construction projects.
7. Attend various project development and construction meetings or partnering sessions and assist in identifying methods to expedite the development process.
8. Manage and monitor the Project Architect(s) relative to the various phases of their responsibilities and ensure that they comply with policies and procedures.
9. Work collaboratively with district personnel and General Contractors to supervise warranty correction work, conduct walk-through inspections, and make final warranty check prior to end of warranty periods.
10. Verify compliance of final close-out procedures for the general contractors, engineers, and job order contractors (i.e., new schools, additions, renovations, demolitions, and hazmat).
11. Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

Personnel Management
12. Recommend staffing levels to support the ongoing work of the current bond programs including the warranty period for completed work.

Safety
13. Maintain safety standards in conformance with federal, state, and insurance regulations and develop a program of preventative safety.

Other
14. Attend professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovative techniques in maintenance operations.
15. Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities
16. Supervises and manages the work of the Design Consultants and Construction Contractors in meeting the design and construction projects objectives of the Bond program.
17. Provides Guidance and Direction to Bond Program Project Managers and Construction Managers.
18. Act as district liaison/facilitator with campus staff and bond advisory committee.
19. Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:
Computer, printer, calculator, copier.

Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary.
Must be able to walk grounds and facilities. Must be able to climb ladders. Must be able to regularly drive to multiple locations.

Environmental Factors:
The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:
Works in a typical business office environment and at construction sites at schools. For new construction, works at underdeveloped lots. The work environment may include rugged terrain, forested areas, wet, and/or muddy conditions. Environment will involve labor, such as moving light impediments, staking, measuring conditions, marking objects etc.

Qualifications: Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Building Science, Civil Engineering, or a degree in an approved field of study or ten (10) years of successful experience in construction, construction project management, architecture, or engineering on K-12 Facilities or closely related industry.

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to communicate articulately in written and verbal form.
Ability to prepare bid documents, including but not limited to notice and instructions to bidders, drawings, and specifications.
Familiarity with civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical design and installation criteria.
Ability to make effective speeches and presentations to management, parents, and taxpayers.
Ability to understand, review, and approve construction financial documents, budgets, and pay applications.
Proven ability and skill to manage construction projects.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with building codes and zoning ordinances.

Experience:
Minimum five (5) years of successful experience in construction, construction project management, architecture, or engineering on K-12 Facilities or closely related industry

Salary Range: Admin Professional PG 7

How To Apply: https://www.applitrack.com/terrellisd/onlineapp/