Senior Project Manager- Bond Program

HEB ISD•Bedford, TX

35d

About The Position

Collaborate with the Executive Director of Facilities & Construction on the design, development, and completion of District campuses and other building facilities bond projects. Work closely and communicate with all team members, including but not limited to board members, District employees, construction managers, architects, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and all other vendors to keep them informed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
K-12 education facilities construction and/or bond program planning experience
Ten years of experience with progressive management responsibility in Construction, Architectural, or Engineering design and construction/project management, facility planning, and contracts.
Five years of experience in a senior supervisory or managerial position managing a large, multi-project facilities design and development program.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities in managing, coordinating, and reviewing construction and design documents, principles, and languages used in design and construction
Helps maintain capital programming; the capabilities, capacities, and limitations of various construction delivery methods
Assist the Executive Director of Facilities and Construction with planning, cost control, and budget; principles and practices of project scheduling and construction timing; change order and constructability review
Knowledge of the technical aspects of architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and geotechnical engineering design and specifications
Knowledge of financing, estimating, and budgeting, including planning and estimating, calculating overhead, design, and construction costs
General knowledge of various funding sources, restrictions, and legal requirements for district projects
Knowledge of regulations and regulatory agencies and commissions affecting planning, zoning, design, construction, and demolition
Knowledge of principles and practices of technical operations of project management principles, budget preparation and administration, and public capital project construction
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusion
Ability to communicate effectively with district personnel, architects, engineers, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs)
Ability to understand, review, and provide cost estimates and construction documents for completeness and value
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Possess effective negotiation skills
Familiarity with building codes and zoning ordinances.
Develops and maintains standard operating procedures to ensure construction projects are executed effectively and efficiently
Alternatives to the above, as the District finds appropriate

Nice To Haves

Ten (10) years in construction or related fields, preferred
Five (5) years of successful leadership in construction or related fields, preferred
Project Manager Certification, preferred

Responsibilities

Work in conjunction with the Executive Director of Facilities in organizing and administering a comprehensive site and master facility planning program, including new construction and modernization of current facilities.
Oversee the Responsible for successfully the successful planning, programming, designing, and constructing of District Facilities and Bond Construction Projects.
Provide District leadership with documentation, as needed, of what is required to complete a major capital development bond program for construction & renovation projects.
Develop facilities planning data to assist the District Leadership in the execution of the projects related to the bond and capital improvement programs.
Oversee the development of project proposals as determined by the Site and/or District as required by the Board of Trustees.
Serve as the responsible party to represent the District with Local, State, and Federal agencies and with architects, engineers, technical and financial consultants, legal counsel, inspectors, and contractor representatives related to facilities planning approvals, funding, and construction.
Provide assistance to principals, administrators, and staff on building site planning, including the development of educational specifications and equipment needs for facility projects, and coordinate the planning functions with the assigned project architect.
Supervise architects and other design professionals, contractors, and project coordinators in the execution of district plans and construction projects.
Monitor the schematic design and design development phases of projects to ensure the District's educational program requirements are met.
Evaluate construction contract documents for compliance with District design guidelines and educational specifications, and facilities.
Oversee project closeout documentation and financial closeout documentation, as well as approvals, with the district.
Coordinate with utility providers and notify them of any project requirements, as well as City, County, and State construction requirements for projects.
Coordinate projects with Maintenance and Operations, Technology, and Purchasing departments.
Assist with long-range project planning and budgeting.
Supervise field testing and commissioning of work performed by general contractors and subcontractors, as well as the completion of work orders during project warranty periods.
Review general contractor payment applications for accuracy and make recommendations for payment and/or working with consultants to perform this process.
Support the District's Purchasing Director in developing bid documents, contract awards, construction, change orders, and contract completion acceptances.
Provide information, reports, and updates to the Executive Director of Facilities & Construction and the Executive Leadership Team as needed.
Participate in all preconstruction activities & assist in developing construction phasing, scheduling, and procurement.
Assist with the bidding process, job walks, bid analysis before final contracts are awarded, and pre-construction conferences.
Work with the Purchasing Department to solicit proposals from architects for plans, estimates, and specifications, and recommend architects to the Board of Trustees for approval, and provide oversight of meetings with architects and facilities committees.
Serve as the primary liaison between the architect, construction manager, the Executive Leadership Team, and District staff to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget.
Make presentations as needed to the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Trustees to inform them of the purposes, practices, and progress of the bond program and to respond to questions and concerns.
Manage general contractors, construction consultants, architects, and project inspectors on multiple construction projects, as well as making onsite inspections of work to ensure that projects conform to established schedules and approved procedures.
Utilize a systems approach to continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.