Construction Project Manager II

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to lead impactful projects that enhance student living spaces? The Department of Residence at Iowa State University is seeking a Facilities Project Manager II to oversee planning, design, and construction for renovations and new projects across 3.2 million square feet of facilities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing projects from concept to completion. You’ll work closely with department leadership, design professionals, contractors, and university stakeholders to deliver high-quality, cost-effective projects that improve the student experience. This position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, please submit your application by January 29, 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing and designing institutional or commercial building projects.
• Experience working on higher education or public sector projects, including procurement processes and compliance with governing regulations.
• Experience applying sustainable design principles and construction standards.
• Degree in Architecture or a closely related field.
• Active Architectural License in the State of Iowa.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope projects by meeting with leadership, staff, and residents to assess needs, develop building programs, and create cost estimates and schedules.
• Manage design phases by serving as the primary liaison with architects, engineers, and consultants, ensuring compliance with codes, ADA, LEED, and departmental standards.
• Oversee construction activities including scheduling, budget tracking, site observation, and quality assurance for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Coordinate stakeholders across campus, including Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities Planning & Management, and internal maintenance teams.
• Maintain project archives and supervise student interns to support design documentation and departmental standards.
• Lead full renovation life cycles this includes developing drawings and schedules, managing procurement, coordinating furniture removal, flooring demolition and installation, and working with electricians, plumbers, and other trades.
• Develops project schedule, milestones and monitors progress to assure timelines are met.
• Directs and manages the project development and design phases.
• Establishes required project deliverables from project design team.
• Assures the building scope, goals and design are consistent with university requirements, building codes, etc.
• Acts as the primary liaison for the university in dealings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates in the selection of design professionals and other consultants and in the negotiation of these agreements.
• May provide supervision and guidance to student employees, volunteers, or visitors.

Benefits

• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees