Construction Project Manager

Title\: Construction Project Manager
Department\: Capital Programs
Reports To\: Director, Design & Construction Services
Union\: Commonwealth Association of School Administrators (CASA)
Salary\: Any successful hire new to the CASA union will begin at the first step at $92,945.

The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city’s more than 200,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us?

Job Summary
Oversees capital and general fund improvements and alterations to school buildings and other facilities operated by the School District of Philadelphia. Ensures that construction projects in progress are in compliance with contract specifications. Supervises project inspections and certifies all contractor invoices for payment.

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.
• Manages all phases of construction from pre-bid to final closeout including safety, local and national code compliance.
• Reviews construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with contract requirements
• Supervises compliance inspectors or contract managers in the management of construction projects.
• Organizes equipment and system demonstrations.
• Coordinates the resolution of contract disputes with legal and technical support staff.
• Provide weekly information to supervisors on the status of construction projects through narrative and written reports.
• Analyzes claims for change orders; evaluates contractor invoices relative to contract payment schedules, certifies all contractor invoices for final payments schedules, certifies all contractor invoices for final payments and authorizes all final payment vouchers.
• Prepares punch lists.
• Attends and conducts final inspections.
• Coordinates projects with design staff, with the appropriate maintenance and facilities staff.
• Communicates and schedules meetings and activities with school based personnel, Principals, Regional Managers, Facilities, Maintenance and Environmental Department.