Job Details

The Project Manager will report to the Construction Manager and Support the School District of Capital Programs. The Project Manager analyzes claims for change orders, evaluates contractor invoices relative to contract paymnet schedules, reviews construction schedules, certifies all contractor invoices for final payments and authorizes all final payment vouchers. In addtion, she/he coordinates projects with design staff, appropriate maintenance and facilites departments and performs related work as requried 

Job Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Director, Capital Programs, the Project Manager performs technical and supervisory construction management work involving the oversight of capital and general fund and alterations to school buildings and other facilities operated by the School District of Philadelphia.

Essential Functions

• Administers a comprehensive program of construction management, including construction budget development and cost control.
• Participates in and supervises the preparation, review, and processing of all construction related contracts
• Reviewing construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with contract requirements
• Supervise compliance inspectors or assistant project managers in the management of construction projects.
• Provide weekly information to supervisors on the status of construction projects through narrative and written reports.
• Manage all phases of construction from pre-bid to final closeout including safety, local and national code compliance.
• Communicate and schedule meetings and activities with school based personnel, Principals, Regional Managers, Facilities, Maintenance and Environmental Departments.
• Knowledgeable and capable of utilizing Microsoft Office programs
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Seven years of full time, paid, professional experience in Construction Management or Inspection.
• Bachelor's degree.