Duties
Reports to : Director of Facilities
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Manager for Facilities and Construction is 12-Month Position.
The Project Manager shall be responsible to The Director for Facilities. This individual shall provide technical and construction project management support services in connection with school site improvements, facility modifications, and new construction projects. All qualifications are considered essential to fulfill the requirements of the position.
Specific Duties and responsibilities are as follows:
- Review plans, estimates, and schedule work assignments related to school site improvements, facility modifications, and new construction projects.
- Assist in the development of project specifications for bid purposes and review bid documents to ensure accuracy and alignment with approved plans.
- Confer with prospective contractors, solicit formal and informal bids; and review proposals.
- Review payment requests and coordinate submission of payment applications to ensure timely compensation for completed work in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Monitor project development to ensure adherence to established timelines and schedules.
- Coordinate site visits, pre-bid meetings, and pre-construction conferences; attend job meetings as required.
- Assist with pre-qualification processes, post-bid requirements, and monitoring of construction contract compliance.
- Prepare reports, maintain project records, and ensure compliance with applicable standards, codes, and ordinances.
- Coordinate and maintain effective communication and cooperative working relationships with site administrators and other District personnel.
- Conduct periodic field visits and provide progress reports to the Director of Facilities and Construction.
- Attend and participate in meetings as required; meet accepted standards of professional ethics; and perform other duties as assigned for which the employee is qualified.
Demonstrated knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Applicable local, state, and federal laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to the construction and repair of school facilities.
- Construction industry practices and procedures, including cost estimating, project scheduling, and project management.
- Methods, materials, and equipment used in the construction, repair, and remodeling of facilities.
- Principles and techniques of project budget development and control.
- Contract management principles, including bid preparation and evaluation, contract negotiation, and contract administration.
- Oral and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Operation of computers and assigned software.
Ability to:
- Read and interpret construction documents, blueprints, plans, and specifications.
- Understand, interpret, ad apply building codes, laws, rules, and regulations governing school facility construction and repair.
- Use appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
- Maintain effective working relationships with architects, consultants, contractors, school officials, and others contacted in the course of work.
- Produce clear oral and written reports.
- Develop and utilize database and spreadsheets and operate work order and project management systems.
- Meet schedules and timelines.
Experience:
Any combination equivalent to graduation from a two- or four-year college program relating to construction management or a related specialty area and two years of experience in construction or maintenance specifications writing and preparation, preferable including public school facilities and building construction.
Working Conditions:
- Office environment
- Indoor and outdoor environments
- Driving a vehicle to conduct work
- regular exposure to fumes, dust, and odors
- Seasonal heat, cold, and adverse weather conditions
Hazards:
- Cleaning chemicals
- working around machinery with moving parts
- Potential exposure to body fluids
All qualifications are considered essential to fulfill the requirements for the Project Manager for Facilities and Construction.
Qualifications
The Project Manager for Facilities and Construction shall possess a college degree from a two- or four- year program related to construction management or closely related field. The preferred candidate will have experience in construction or maintenance specification writing and preparation, including public school facilities and building construction. This individual must hold a calid driver's license with a clean driving record and shall possess the personal characteristics necessary to work collaboratively with District staff, contractors, architects, and consultants. All qualifications are considered essential to fulfill the requirements of the position.
Salary/Benefits
2025-2026 Sy: Temporary Position
12-Month position.
Salary Range: $90,000.- $110,000.
Benefits and Insurance available.
Questions to: Vincent Gallo, CFO
Position is: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
How to Apply
Please submit an online application, on the Frontline Recruiting and Hiring site, through the Moline-Coal Valley School District 40 website, under Careers > maintenance.
Please submit your application, along with your certificates, cover letter, resume, transcripts and three reference letters.
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
http://www.molineschools.org