We are seeking an experienced K-12 Program Manager to assume program and/or construction management role on projects as the client’s advisor. Role develops and oversees program/project scope, budgets and schedules, develops and oversees program management systems and reports, and effectively communicates with multiple stakeholders outside of project team.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manages various programs which includes the development and oversight of scope, budget, schedule and implementation of these programs.
- Evaluates programs and performs cost/benefit analysis to determine overall cost savings and effectiveness.
- Develops and evaluates contracting and procurement methods based on program specifics.
- Coordinates with local utilities to understand and capture available rebates and incentives.
- Reviews and evaluates emerging technologies.
- Advises, consults with, and gives technical direction to design firms, consultants and
- contractors, on policies, guidelines and specifications for development of project costs
- related to design and construction.
- Plans, organizes, directs and reports activities and progress to sustainability and maintenance
- and operations management.
- Creates policies, procedures, standards and project workflows to achieve program directives and maximize efficiencies.
- Develops and oversees program management systems and reports (i.e. Microsoft Project,
- Estimate at Completion Tool, Smirnoff, offline reports, etc.).
- Performs fiscal management and program level financial reporting to both internal and external offices/agencies.
- Collects, drafts, develops and disseminates lessons learned to appropriate staff.
- Manages the closeout phase of the program.
- Provides training and guidance to project staff.
- Performs technical oversight for project assignment and advisor duties.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture and/or engineering.
- 10+ years of experience in overseeing and managing all phases of K-12 programs/projects.
- OSHA 30 Hour Safety Training highly desirable.
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and/or PMP certificate highly desirable.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook and Project.
- Knowledge of and experience using Primavera (P6), Building Information Modeling (BIM) and E-Builder.
- Must be self-motivated with the ability to work effectively with little or no direct supervision in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to manage large and complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Comprehensive understanding and application of project management principles, processes, and procedures.
- Proficient leadership skills, including effective conflict management and influencing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to manage multiple multi-phase projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, documentation and presentation skills
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong focus on health, safety and quality