CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Rowland Unified

$124K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Structural), Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
  • 4 years managing multi-million-dollar public school or public works construction projects.
  • Experience with project planning, design coordination, budgeting and scheduling.
  • Familiarity with California Division of the State Architect (DSA) and state school construction programs is desirable.
  • Valid California Class C Driver License with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate District bond-funded construction and modernization projects.
  • Serve as the liaison between school sites, staff, contractors, architects, and public agencies.
  • Monitor project implementation including scheduling, budgeting, and inspections.
  • Ensure compliance with laws, codes, and agency requirements for school construction.
  • Address and resolve project-related issues to ensure timely completion.

Benefits

  • 24 vacation days per year with banking option.
  • 15 paid holidays annually plus 2 floating holidays.
  • Accrued sick leave of 1 day per month of service.
  • Major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offered.
  • Annual educational stipend of $500 for Bachelor's and $1000 for Master's degrees.
Full Job Description
Salary: $10,342.07 - $11,699.82 Monthly
Location : Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CA
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: D-25/26-73
Department: Building Services
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Closing Date: 7/1/2026 4:30 PM Pacific

ASSIGNMENT
POSITION

The Rowland Unified School District is seeking an outstanding individual to assume the responsibilities of Construction Manager. This is a one-position management-level exempt classification assigned, twelve (12) months per year. An eligibility list is being established to fill the current vacancy.
*Applicants will be sent notifications via email only
FILING PERIODApplications for this position will be accepted online only starting Friday June 5, 2026, to Wednesday, July 1, 2026. until 4:30 pm.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services or designee, plans, coordinates, and monitors assigned District bond-funded construction, modernization, renovation, capital improvement, and deferred maintenance projects; serves as District liaison with school sites, staff, contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors, and public agencies; oversees project implementation through schedule, budget, inspection, and close-out monitoring; participates in assessing facility renovation and repair needs; ensures compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and agency requirements related to school facility construction; and resolves project-related issues to support timely and successful completion of assigned projects.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Construction Manager is responsible for coordinating and monitoring assigned District construction, modernization, renovation, capital improvement, and deferred maintenance projects, with a primary focus on bond-funded work. The position requires specialized knowledge of public-school construction practices, project coordination, contract documents, building codes, public works requirements, construction schedules, budgets, inspections, and related compliance requirements.
This classification is distinguished from maintenance and operations classifications in that the Construction Manager is primarily responsible for coordinating assigned construction, modernization, renovation, and capital improvement projects rather than managing routine maintenance, custodial, grounds, or daily facilities operations. The Construction Manager is assigned specific bond projects and is responsible for day-to-day project coordination and execution.
District Leadership Team Salary Schedule: Range 80

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EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

EDUCATION:Graduation from a recognized college or university, with a Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Structural), Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field. An additional two years of public agency construction experience, in addition to the required experience indicated below, may be substituted for the required college education on a year-for-year basis.

EXPERIENCE:At least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience managing multi-million-dollar public school or public works construction projects, including direct responsibility for project planning, design coordination, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, and construction phase oversight. Experience working with the California Division of the State Architect (DSA), Office of Public School Construction (OPSC), and state school construction programs is highly desirable.

Applicants must provide a copy of the following documents at the time of application (you may upload the documents to your profile):
  • A copy of your official college transcripts on letterhead/watermarked paper or the highest completed degree (Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree)
You may upload your documents to your application or email them to Applications without supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified. Transcripts or diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: A valid, class C, California Driver License, and a good driving record is required and must be maintained during employment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Employees in this classification work both inside and outside, in an office environment, with frequent interruptions, with changing priorities and deadlines, may be required to drive an automobile to conduct work, and may be exposed to construction site and environmental hazards including noise and dust.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Employees in this classification stand, walk, sit, stoop/bend, reach overhead, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., use fingers repetitively, use both hands simultaneously, speak clearly, hear normal conversation, see small details, use a computer, and a telephone.
EXAMINATION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATION
The examination mayconsist of the following:
  • Training and Experience (T & E) Evaluation
  • Structured Interview and Technical Project

Only the most qualified applicants, as determined by the evaluation of the Supplemental Application, will be invited to the Technical Project / Structured Interviews.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PROOF OF EDUCATION:
If you received your education outside of the United States, you MUST have your degree/transcripts evaluated by an approved agency transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following: RUSD will only accept evaluations from agencies listed within the document.

ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT
New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired. Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hire

APPOINTMENT
Candidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview. The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months. All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance.

In accordance with Education Code Section 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of one year during which time the employee must demonstrate an overall satisfactory performance. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s/he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at any time during the probationary period. This classification is designated at the management level.

PROCESSING FEE:
New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.

VETERANS CREDIT
For entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the eligible is first employed by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application in order to receive such credit. Veterans credit can only be applied once, upon initial hire
VACATION
Management level employees earn twenty-four (24) vacation days per year. A maximum of eight (8) days per year are allowed to be banked, not to exceed a total of forty (40) days.

HOLIDAYS
For twelve month employees, fifteen (15) paid holidays are earned each year. The District provides two (2) floating holidays per fiscal year and new employees may use these days upon completion of probation.

SICK LEAVE
One (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year.

INSURANCE
The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Click here to view the benefits summary:
If you have additional questions, please contact the Risk Management office at 626-854-8382.

EDUCATIONAL STIPEND
Effective July 1, 2023, all classified Confidential/Supervisory and Classified Management employees who hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in excess of the minimum educational level required for their position shall be provided with one annual stipend which shall be provided as follows:
  • Bachelors Degree: $500 annually or
  • Masters Degree: $1000 annually

ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT
New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step placement recommendations. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
01

These supplemental questions are part of the selection process and are considered part of your application. These questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to this position. Your answers to the following Supplemental Questions are required for your application to be considered complete. Please note: if you do not have experience in a given area, type "none." Please do not write "please refer to my resume/application" as these answers will be considered incomplete and you will not be given any credit. *Experience referenced in the supplemental questions MUST be reflected in your application. INSTRUCTIONS Read the following questions and type your responses as thoroughly and accurately as possible. You may find it useful to type your responses in a Word document and copy and paste them below. Please note that falsifying information on this application may be grounds for dismissal if you are hired. I have read and understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No

02

Please identify your highest level of education. You must attach proof of education to your application in order for the application to be considered complete.
  • No high school diploma
  • High school or equivalent (e.g. GED)
  • Some college coursework
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree or higher

03

EDUCATIONThis position requires graduation from a recognized college or university, with a Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Structural), Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field. An additional two years of public agency construction experience, in addition to the required experience indicated below, may be substituted for the required college education on a year-for-year basis.Please describe how you meet this requirement:
  • I have a Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Structural), Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field
  • I have an additional two years of public agency construction experience, in addition to the required experience. (Six years minimum experience.)
  • I don't have any college-level coursework.
  • None of these describes my situation.

04

EXPERIENCEThis position requires four (4) years of progressively responsible experience managing multi-million-dollar public school or public works construction projects, including direct responsibility for project planning, design coordination, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, and construction phase oversight.Please briefly describe how you meet this requirement including the names of the agencies, your title where you have gained this experience, and the dates employed.If none, type NA. Do NOT write, "see resume" or you will not be given any credit.
05

EXPERIENCEDescribe your experience and knowledge of serving as a liaison and representative for program managers, engineers, architects, contractors, planning and zoning departments, and state agencies in functions related to new construction and modernization of facilities.Please list the organizations you worked for, your title(s), and the length of time employed there. If you do not have any experience in this area, type N/A.DO NOT WRITE "SEE RESUME OR YOU WILL NOT BE GIVEN ANY CREDIT". THESE QUESTIONS ARE A TEST PART.
06

EXPERIENCE - SELECTION AND MONITORING OF CONTRACTORSProvide a brief synopsis of your experience guiding the selection of construction management firms, contractors, engineers, inspectors, etc. for building construction. Please state your specific experience in monitoring the performance of such vendors and your involvement in assuring their complianc

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