michael pageWest Whiteland Township, PA
Higher Education Project Manager
Higher Education Project Manager
Higher Education Project Manager
michael pageWest Whiteland Township, PA
3 days ago
Colleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsCommercial and Institutional Building ConstructionOther Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)Higher Education Project Manager Lead higher education construction projects from preconstruction through project completion. Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, and overall project execution. Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors. Conduct project planning, phasing, logistics, and risk management activities. Monitor project costs, change orders, procurement, and forecasting. Lead project meetings and provide regular reporting to stakeholders. Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. Oversee project documentation, submittals, RFIs, and closeout processes. Mentor project engineers, coordinators, and other project team members. Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Experience managing projects within colleges, universities, or other higher education environments. Background working on occupied campus projects, renovations, academic buildings, research facilities, student spaces, or administrative facilities. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated leadership and team development capabilities. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred. Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, LEED, or similar are a plus.
Required Skills and Experience:
3+ years of construction project management experience. Proven experience managing higher education construction projects. Strong knowledge of construction management, scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration. Experience with preconstruction services, estimating coordination, and project planning. Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams. Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong understanding of construction documentation, procurement, and change management. Knowledge of applicable building codes, safety requirements, and industry best practices. Opportunity to lead impactful higher education construction projects. Exposure to a diverse portfolio of institutional and commercial developments. Collaborative and experienced project delivery team. Professional growth and advancement opportunities within a growing organization. Supportive leadership environment with direct client interaction.
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Level
Manager
Location
West Whiteland Township, PA
Occupation
Construction Managers
Industry
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Posted
3 days ago