Job Overview

The Senior Construction Project Manager is an experienced construction professional working in support of the School District’s construction projects. An employee in this class is responsible for managing LCPS project field staff and the daily operations of the construction of school projects for compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable standards. The work requires a thorough understanding of the functions of various trades and of construction practices to ensure that standards are met and to monitor job status and resolve problems.  Experienced workers in these positions initiate their own daily assignments, follow through on matters, and use independent judgment and training to take appropriate actions in response to situations arising over the course of their projects.

Roles and Responsibilities 

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

• Supervises and oversees the planning and completion of construction projects typically ranging from $1M to $100M+ in value; responsible for budget management as well as production and management of other assigned projects and reports.
• Develop, maintain and review construction documentation and reports using construction project management software; accountable for budget maintenance for assigned projects; review change requests and applications for payment.
• Responsible to coordinate and attend construction progress meetings with staff, contractors, architects, and engineers; coordinate site inspections for trade compliance; work with Project Management field staff, designers and contractors to resolve construction issues; coordinate activities with other LCPS departments, utility companies, contractors, and project schedules to achieve on-time service at job sites.
• Review design documents and provide feedback and support during the school design and planning process.
• Ensure accurate records and as-built documents are maintained on file; track pre- and post-construction deliverables.
• Manage and oversee project management staff.
• Keeps a close liaison with other LCPS Division such as Facilities, Safety & Security, Transportation and Instruction
• Responsible to coordinate and execute architect/engineer and contractor evaluations. 
• Assist in overall project budget development and management and planning of project construction contract methodologies.

Qualifications 

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

     Education

      Bachelor’s Degree in a Construction related industry and experience in field construction

     Experience

      Ten (10) years of experience in the building trades, including five (5) years of project management experience

     Licenses and Certifications

     Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles and practices applicable to school facilities; of materials testing, engineering standards, building codes, and other requirements governing school construction
• Ability to perform technical construction inspections; to maintain accurate and complete records; to apply engineering standards, codes, and other requirements to varying situations
• Working knowledge of computer software (including E-mail, Internet, Microsoft Office and Construction Project Management Software)
• Good human relations and communications skills

Physical Requirements

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Essential Personnel

Employees who perform the responsibilities of this position for the Department of Support Services are considered essential personnel. Essential personnel are designated employees who must report for work during a delay or emergency situations. A workplace emergency is an unforeseen situation that threatens the staff, pupils, or the public; disrupts or shuts down business operations; or causes physical or environmental damage. Emergencies may be natural or manmade. It is incumbent upon the supervisor to inform and confirm which essential personnel are required to work during emergency closings. Notification and confirmation of the expectation of essential personnel to report to work, or maintain as-needed status, will be executed with as much advanced notice as possible via in-person communication or email.

Reports to: Supervisor, Construction

FLSA Status: Exempt

Months/Days/Hours: 12 months, 248 days, 8 hours

Salary Level:Universal 13

Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range: $74,565- $137,785