Project Manager

Job Duties:

• This Project Manager 2 position is a member of the MSBA’s Construction Administration Team that manages MSBA-funded capital projects from design development through bidding, contract award, construction, commissioning and project close-out.
• The Project Manager 2 works with a motivated team reporting to a Project Manager 3 to manage multiple major projects and repair projects.
• The Project Manager 2 independently reviews design submittals and Project Funding Agreement amendments for conformance with MSBA policies, agreements and practices.
• The Project Manager 2 also reviews, verifies for accuracy and recommends for eligibility district submittals including reimbursement applications, change orders and budget revisions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: project management, construction, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• Four-to-Seven years of experience associated with construction, project management, building design or other applicable disciplines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor project schedules, budgets, cost estimates and scope to ensure compliance with MSBA guidelines and funding agreements, and to track construction progress.
• Conduct site visits of MSBA projects during construction as an integral aspect of managing project schedules, budgets and scope.
• Review design development documents, budget and schedule for funded projects and author and issue design review comments.
• Review and report on budget, budget revisions and cash flow.
• Review change order documentation on assigned projects, complete reviews and make eligibility determinations based on policy.
• Ensure contract compliance with MSBA procedures and policies, as well as regulatory requirements during construction.
• Review monthly project reports to understand submittal status, contract compliance, construction progress and identify variances, necessary actions, and address with the Owner’s Project Manager (“OPM”) as needed.
• Lead project meetings in regard to project status, funding agreements, amendments, project phase transitions, design development, construction kick-off, project deliverables and change orders.
• Review and approve reimbursement applications through final audit and prepare recommendations for approval of final grant payment.
• Review commissioning consultant reports to identify issues and prepare necessary status of work summaries.
• Lead on specific initiatives assigned by the Senior Project Manager that improve MSBA processes and implement best practices for school construction.
• Manage specialty areas including budget revisions , closeout, review comments, cost data publication, monthly reports and commissioning.
• Participate and lead in Capital Planning and Construction Administration subcommittees and procurement committees, on an as needed basis.
• Participate in the preparation, coordination and presentations required for MSBA subcommittees and Board of Director Meetings.
• May assist in the development and delivery of MSBA training and public outreach presentations and/or publications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of construction project administration, contract compliance monitoring and claims processing and construction methods.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts laws, including MGL Chapter 30, Chapter 149 and 149A, and Chapter 7 preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams and Outlook.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, involving complex and varying problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and present complex technical information in a clear, concise, and understandable manner.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to project sites.
• Experience working with federal, state, county, or local government preferred.