People Strategy, Equity, and Culture

P&CC Project Manager

  • Title: P&CC Project Manager
  • Category: Management
  • FLSA: Exempt
  • Grade: L

Job Summary

Under the direction of management in the Office of Planning & Capital Construction (P&CC), the P&CC Project Manager is responsible for leading, planning, and managing the development and implementation of  bond-funded capital projects. Typical responsibilities include: serving as an owner’s representative, guiding and facilitating campus planning and project design; oversight of construction, renovation, rehabilitation and remodeling projects; and organizing and conducting public meetings, among other project-related tasks. These are performed in coordination with P&CC staff and with the participation of campus/user groups and other key stakeholders. This position is highly collaborative and works effectively with a variety of staff in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Manages all phases of project development for large and/or complex construction and capital improvement projects, as well as renovation work, and ensures that construction is carried out according to project plans and specifications.
  2. Coordinates and facilitates project programming with relevant user groups. Supports design equity strategies in project outreach and design.
  3. Coordinates with P&CC staff and design and construction teams to clarify and define scope of work.
  4. Organizes and conducts stakeholder meetings to gather input and address concerns related to capital projects. Serves as a project liaison with user groups and stakeholders throughout the life of the project.
  5. Represents the College at external meetings with outside agencies. Serves as a liaison with city, county, state, and federal agencies on issues related to capital projects.
  6. Ensures that Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is addressed for appropriate projects.
  7. Researches and makes recommendations on permitting and site planning of college facilities, rights-of-way, easements, and zoning changes.
  8. Coordinates with vendors, end users, and internal staff for furniture/fixtures/and equipment, moving services, and telephone/data setup.
  9. Supports P&CC workforce equity goals and practices, and monitors progress through the life of the project.
  10. Prepares and delivers project status presentations to senior management, civic groups, and internal College audiences.
  11. Works in conjunction with appropriate personnel to ensure the accurate and timely completion of projects.
  12. Prepares and manages project budgets to identify and prevent potential financial overruns and variances. Makes appropriate decisions and recommendations to alleviate financial implications.
  13. Maintains complete administrative records of project records, files, reports and correspondence. Prepares reports as required. Develops, communicates, and modifies project and key events schedules.
  14. Participates in the selection of vendors and contractors. Writes, issues and reviews requests for proposals for a variety of consultants and services. Participates on the selection committees. Participates in defining the terms of contract agreements and ensures work is completed per the terms of the agreement.
  15. Shares and collaborates with staff in the P&CC office to support ongoing learning and a cohesive project delivery process.
  16. Positions in this classification may perform all or some of the responsibilities above and all positions perform other related duties as assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work is split between an office setting and on project sites. There are frequent interruptions and changes in the workflow/volume depending on the number of projects being worked on concurrently. Occasional lifting and/or carrying of materials or equipment may be required. Driving between project sites within the district and community is often a component of the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or other related field. Experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-to-year basis. Five years of progressively responsible facility planning and construction project management experience or a combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:
  • Construction management principles
  • Facility planning principles
  • Architectural and engineering principles, practices, and procedures
  • Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes
  • Negotiation techniques
  • Construction design standards
  • Budgeting principles
  • Contract management principles
  • Advanced project management principles
  • ADA code compliance
Skills in:
  • Interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations
  • Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and making recommendations in support of goals
  • Managing, multiple ongoing projects
  • Contract negotiations
  • Preparing a variety of business documents, reports, presentations
  • Inspecting construction sites for compliance with applicable standards, codes, and regulations
  • Managing contracts
  • Preparing requests for proposals and project specifications
  • Reading blueprints, schematic drawings and/or construction drawings
  • Outreach and engagement
  • College and facilities planning
Ability to:
  • Work effectively with user groups/customers of diverse academic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
  • Utilize computer technology used for communications, data gathering and reporting
  • Communicate effectively through oral and written mediums
  • Seek, understand and represent stakeholder interests effectively throughout the life of project
  • Build consensus

Revised: 2/2024