Kitchell

Project Manager

Kitchell$90K — $110K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Civil Engineering preferred
  • 5+ years of Project/Construction Management experience
  • Experience with public school projects and Division of the State Architect (DSA)
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable motor vehicle record
  • Technical knowledge of greening project standards and practices

Responsibilities

  • Advise contractors and district staff on greening project issues
  • Manage and coordinate the project team and contractors
  • Provide technical direction on design and construction for greening projects
  • Plan, organize, and report project management activities to Executive Staff
  • Review drawings and specifications for compliance and resolve conflicts
  • Advise on technical issues during the construction phase
  • Oversee all aspects of the construction phase of greening projects

Benefits

  • Exposure to diverse projects within the K-12 Education sector
  • Opportunity to work closely with state architecture and sustainability standards
  • Involvement in greening projects that enhance educational environments
  • Engagement with a variety of stakeholders, including contractors and architects
  • Potential for career advancement in project management and construction sectors
Full Job Description
Description

On site PM/CM Services as an owner's representative on a Division of the State Architect (DSA) K-12 Education Market Sector program.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for advising contractors and district staff on greening project issues and provides technical supervision to inspectors
  • Manages and coordinates the project team, other District staff and contractors particularly in communicating directives and ensures that project scope is built according to plans and specifications as well as cost limits
  • Advises and provides technical direction to Commissioned or Consultant Architects, Landscape Architects, and Civil Engineers on District guidelines, policies and procedures for the design and construction of greening projects, including hardscape, planting, accessibility upgrades, and irrigation.
  • Plans, organizes, directs, and reports project management activities and progress to Executive Staff
  • Reviews drawings and specifications submitted by Commissioned or Consultant Architects, Landscape Architects, and Civil Engineers or vendors to ensure conformance to District policies and guidelines and to determine possible conflicts with design, structural, architectural, or engineering features; requests required revisions from concerned parties to resolve issues
  • Advises Consultants, Commissioned Architects and Engineers and other District staff on technical issues encountered during the construction phase of greening projects
  • Provides technical direction to Sustainability Department staff in the preparation of designs, specifications, and cost estimates of greening projects
  • Performs daily contract administration duties, including assisting the Senior Project Manager and Sustainability Staff in bid analysis, pre-construction meetings and related award coordinating activities
  • Manages, oversees, and coordinates all facets of the construction phase of a greening project including mobilization, construction, and close-out
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Requirements

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Civil Engineering is preferred
  • 5 or more years of professional experience in Project/Construction Management.
  • Experience working with public school project and DSA required


Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions, and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

License and Certifications

A valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required.

Travel Requirements

The position is based out of Sacramento traveling between schools in a district.

About Kitchell

Kitchell is a construction and real estate development company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the healthcare, education, hospitality, and commercial industries. The company was founded in 1950 and has since grown to become one of the largest construction companies in the Southwest. Kitchell is committed to delivering high-quality projects that meet the needs of their clients, and has a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and has offices in California, Texas, and Utah. Kitchell has a reputation for excellence in the construction industry, and has won numerous awards for their work.
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