Project Manager (Higher Education)

PCL Construction•Minneapolis, MN

2d•$130,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager (Higher Education) for PCL Construction Services, Inc. in Minneapolis, Minnesota, will have the opportunity to lead innovative infrastructure projects that shape the future of the community. PCL Construction Services, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies, is a 100% employee-owned company focused on building opportunities, careers, and communities. They are looking for a talented Project Manager with experience in Higher Education construction. PCL offers a career with rewards that matter, designed to support growth, well-being, and future success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
10-15 years of progressive construction experience, including experience working on projects in the Higher Education sector.
Demonstrated experience implementing a strong safety culture by application of health, safety, and environment principles and legislation.
In-depth knowledge of construction industry including diverse project types, building materials, construction specifications, methods and procedures, construction law and building codes, and safety and quality management practices.
Superior planning, organizational, and time management skills including the ability to manage project budgets, risks, resources and schedules.
Ability to monitor and forecast project resources and staffing for the project.
Ability to identify and manage risk and opportunities on construction projects.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.
Experience in leading a team, construction project facets and trade performance.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, project management and scheduling software, with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

Nice To Haves

Leadership and mentoring skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides overall contract administration, technical expertise, and support for a large or complex construction project.
Oversees the development and implementation of the project safety plan and creates and influences the safety culture on site through leading by example.
Oversees total construction to ensure the project is constructed as per design, budget, resources, quality, and schedule.
Understands client drivers and offers value engineering proposals for functionality, cost, and schedule benefit.
Accountable for project performance and reviews performance status reports for safety, cost forecast, and schedule.
Negotiates and issues subcontracts, major purchase orders and progress payments and monitors their progress and schedule.
Understands, communicates, and proactively manages the contract and contract documents.
Develops and coordinates overall project commissioning and closeout.
Identifies and manages risk and opportunities on construction projects.
Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors project team including direct and indirect reports.
Monitors progress of the design, including compliance issues, quality, general coordination, constructability, and timing of deliverables (for design-build projects).
Obtains a comprehensive design-management and design-quality plan and conduct periodic quality audits to ensure compliance (for design-build projects).
Keeps all parties informed of potential opportunities and challenges, and managing stakeholders’ expectations through appropriate forms of communication (for design-build projects).

Benefits

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
401(k) with company match
Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions