Construction Project Manager 1 - Limited Duration

State of Oregon

88d • $5,325 - $8,148

About The Position

The Oregon Youth Authority is seeking a Construction Project Manager 1 to lead and coordinate construction and remodel projects across the agency. This position plays a vital role in ensuring our facilities are safe, functional, and aligned with OYA’s mission. As a Construction Project Manager 1, you will oversee projects from planning through completion, managing budgets, schedules, and contract administration. You will monitor contractor performance, ensure compliance with all requirements, and provide thorough inspection services to maintain quality and safety standards. Collaboration will be key, as you will work closely with agency staff, contractors, architects, and engineers to deliver successful projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to teamwork. Strong project management skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential. We are also seeking someone who applies an equity lens to all aspects of planning and implementation, ensuring our facilities are inclusive and accessible.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Architecture, Planning, or Engineering AND one year experience related to the class series concept.
• An Associate Degree (or comparable college course work) in Architectural, Engineering or Construction technology; AND 30 months experience related to the class series concept.
• Four years of experience related to the class series concept.
• Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI), Oregon Project Management Associate Certification (OPMA) or other related certification will substitute for 1 year of the qualifying experience.

Nice To Haves

• Innovative but effective communicator and public speaker.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications to develop Gantt charts and project requirements listings.
• Strong Business Acumen with a focus on commercial construction projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively with vendors and construction teams.
• Ability to apply an equitable lens in all project work.
• Ability to prepare and provide project status reports in person and virtually.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate construction and remodel projects across the agency.
• Oversee projects from planning through completion.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and contract administration.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with all requirements.
• Provide thorough inspection services to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with agency staff, contractors, architects, and engineers.

Benefits

• Low-cost, high-coverage health insurance.
• Generous time-off.
• Competitive retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Life insurance policy paid for by the union.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees