24/25 SY - CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER (CC#35276)

Equal Opportunity Employer

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 28,000 students and 4,000 employees in Arizona’s capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro-schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU’s schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned construction projects within the district. Projects may be large stand-alone projects or multiple small projects funded from many sources. The construction of these projects may be through the hard-bid procurement cycle, CM@Risk, design-build, job order contracting, or specialized contracts. Monitoring, managing, and reporting on the progress, payments, and quality of the construction activities are key responsibilities of this position. This position will also oversee and manage the Project Specialists. Interfacing with campus staff, district-level administration, support service departments, local authorities, and regulating agencies are all parts of the Construction Project Manager's job duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:

• High School diploma or GED and additional course work or training in building construction facilities, drafting or architectural design is required. AA degree in a closely related field is preferred.
• Must have 5 years of verified construction supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Must be able to pass a fingerprint and background clearance check.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver's License.
• Ability to inspect construction work in extreme locations and conditions.
• May be required to lift and carry heavy, bulky supplies, and materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours, including weekends.
• May be required to travel to perform work functions.
• Effectively demonstrate both oral and written communication skills.
• Develop and maintain detailed project records.

License and Certification Requirements:

• Possess a valid Arizona State Driver’s License.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and city statutes, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of construction methods, building trades, materials, and their applications.
• Knowledge of State of Arizona, county, and city building and fire codes.
• Skill in reading construction documents and specifications.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, vendors, students, parents, the general public, and others having business with the school district.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office and classroom environment.

WHY WORK AT PXU

The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state’s largest employers. Our 4,000 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment.

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.