Construction Manager - Portland - PROCEDEO

Description

Position Overview:

The PROCEDEO Group, a national Design/Construction Program Management Company, is seeking a K12 Construction Manager to oversee planning, execution, and completion of K12 educational construction projects. Responsibilities include managing budgets, ensuring construction safety, coordinating project schedules, and supervising site activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, timelines, and safety standards. This on-site role requires close collaboration with various stakeholders, including engineers, architects, contractors, and school district representatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Sr. Construction Manager with managing Owner Representatives (ORs) on the business and operational aspects of the allocated projects. This includes the financial cost, expenditures, procurement activities, and contract claims by utilizing the relevant updated information and reports provided by the Procedeo Project Controls group.
• Review and ensure implementation of processes and procedures.
• Work closely with construction contractors and design professionals to assist in understanding the bond program and related contracts and requirements.
• Coordinate the administrative tasks of the assigned owner representatives (ORs).
• Direct and supervise the administrative activities of the construction contractors and other professionals in accordance with the district's policies and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Facilitate in the resolution of claims involving Construction Contractors and/or Design Professionals.
• Assist ORs in preparing the Notice of Award and Notice to Proceed.
• Lead the cost estimate review process for the assigned projects during the construction Pre-Con phase.
• Assist ORs with review and process contractor pay applications (as needed) and change orders within 48-hr of receipt.
• Attend meetings with ORs as needed and assure that meeting minutes are issued and uploaded to internal filing systems.
• Oversee the permitting process to confirm A/E submission to City compliance and the finalization of the Certificate of Occupancy from the City.
• Assist and Coordinate Hazmat consultant and abatement process
• Responsible for supporting ORs in the move management process.
• Oversee the development of phasing plans and manage subsequent installation by the General Contractor of swing space buildings, if any.
• Oversee the coordination of all consultant and contractor activity at each jobsite.
• Assure that the ORs receive information required to produce internal updates and monthly reports, schedule updates, and estimates to complete, etc.
• Assist Procurement Manager during Pre-Bid and Post-Bid Meetings.
• During construction phase, ensure AE issues site observation reports.
• Confirm and Track the A/E and GC submittal review and approval, shop drawings, requests for information and change orders.
• Assist ORs with coordinating material testing, roof inspection and commissioning, or any other 3^rd party vendors retained by the District.
• Assist in ensuring drawings, specs and as-built records are kept on each project in accordance with program requirements.
• Assist Project Controls team in the development and submittal of quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Participate in assigned contract negotiations.
• Assist in the review and approvals of Additional Services requests and Change Orders for contracts for construction and design professionals.
• Provide administrative oversight of ORs to include staffing issues, evaluations, required staff development, schedules, calendars, vacations, and absences.
• Signature authority for all construction contingency/allowance/ buyout savings documents.
• Assist with tracking all purchase orders and requisitions prior to final approval of commencement of work.
• CM is not authorized to make agreements/obligations to school principals, teachers, coaches, etc. – all change requests, recommendations, and scope deviations to be communicated in writing immediately to Procedeo's Program Director.
•  CM to ensure OPEX is updated on a weekly basis and inform Procedeo's leadership in writing.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Strong Supervisory Skills with experience leading teams and managing on-site operations
• Expertise in Budgeting and Project Control, including cost estimation, financial management, and schedule monitoring
• 5+ years of experience in K–12 construction/project management
• Knowledge of Construction and Construction Safety standards, practices, and compliance regulations
• Experience in managing construction projects within the education sector is highly preferred
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, LEED, or OSHA safety certification are advantageous

Employment Benefits:

Employee Benefits include a negotiable salary, 401K (with company match), full medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, life and disability insurance, paid maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, HSA and FSA medical plans as available to fulltime company employees.

About the PROCEDEO Group:

PROCEDEO is a national leader in alternative project delivery methods for architecture and construction, as well as cutting-edge construction technology within the education and municipal sectors. We oversee full portfolios of capital projects for K-12 districts, municipalities and universities from conception through all phases of procurement to completion. Our team prides itself on providing exceptional service while remaining attentive to client needs. We specialize in delivering projects efficiently and effectively, maintaining a client-focused approach.

PROCEDEO is an equal employment opportunity company. For more information on our culture, history and portfolio of work and services, please visit