Project Manager, Planning & Construction - Davis Center; SY Details | Minneapol

Job Title: Project Manager, Planning & Construction - Davis Center (SY )

Requisition : 104003

Close Date: 01/22/2026 11:59 PM

Unit: Facilities Planning, Design, & Const. )

Site: Davis Center (0001)

FTE: 1.000; 52 wks

Union: AMP (42)

Functional Area: Administrative

Salary Range: $89,695 GRD
66 Step1 - $112,015 GRD
66 Step
10

Benefits: Dental, Health, Vision, Paid Time Off, HSA & FSA, Retirement Plan

A resume and a Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

Under general supervision, manages planning and construction projects for MPS by generating solutions to align district facilities resources with existing and anticipated instructional, operational, and financial opportunities and limitations; assures that projects meet state and Federal regulations and District standards.

• Manages a portfolio of concurrent projects in multiple locations for oversight of design, construction, project closeout, and warranty processes.
• Conducts facility feasibility studies, including a statement of project intent and resulting scope, project budget, schedule assumptions, and forecast.
• Reviews and approves technical documents, change orders, and purchase/payment requests; evaluates, negotiates, and resolves contract and technical issues.
• Participates in the creation and evaluation of planning for remodels, expansions, and new construction.
• Provides input and oversees selection of architects, engineers, designers, and contractors; presents recommendations for selection of contractors and consultants.
• Coordinates various elements of the design and construction process to successfully remodel or build projects.
• Develops budgets, scope, and schedules to establish completion dates, identify any delays or impacts that may affect the cost or the timely completion of projects.
• Prepares and evaluates consultant and contractor requests for proposals and bid packages.
• Manages financial controls and documents control process for multiple concurrent projects.
• Review plans and specifications for suitability of school use, quality, student and staff safety, compliance with federal and state regulations, future operation costs, and budget.
• Builds strong working relationships with district leaders, school leaders, and community leaders to promote collaboration and solve common problems. Resolves employee, parent, and community complaints and mediates issues of importance to the community.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a related field; AND
• Three (3) years of construction planning and project management experience;
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.

• Methods and practices for project planning, designs, technical plans, specifications, estimates, and reports for construction projects.
• Materials, methods and techniques used in infrastructure projects for public buildings.
• Principles and practices of architecture, engineering, and real property management.
• Principles and practices of administrative management, including cost accounting, budgeting, purchasing, contract management, and customer service.
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.
• Principles and practices for long-range strategic planning, performance management, process management, continuous improvement, and financial planning.
• Environmentally responsible and resource-efficient building techniques.
• State and Federal laws, statutes, rules, codes, and regulations governing the school district's functions, including OSHA requirements.

• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Interpreting and applying construction standards and procedures.
• Managing the planning and design of construction and maintenance projects.
• Reading and interpreting designs, blueprints, estimates, plans, and specifications.
• Analyzing and evaluating technical engineering data and construction documentation.
• Using tact, discretion and prudence in dealing with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, programs, projects and demands.
• Preparing, reviewing and presenting management reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, community leaders, government agency representatives, and the public.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively in verbal and written forms.