Acts as the authorized agent for the Seattle School District in the management and execution of the design, bid, and construction of simultaneous renovation and new Capital construction projects included in the capital levy program. Ensures construction projects are completed on time, within established budgets, and within the quality standards established by the District. Manages and oversees District staff assigned to Capital projects, including supervising and evaluating professional and support staff.

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Typical Qualifications

• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills.
• Maintains strong customer focus at all times.
• Possesses effective written and oral presentation skills.
• Has ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of engineering design and construction; construction contract management; and regulations, laws, ordinances, codes, best practices and standards applicable to public building construction projects.
• Ability to develop construction contract documents; analyze and interpret architectural and engineering specifications; coordinate project activities; and develop cost estimates.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment.

• Knowledgeable of school construction projects

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
 
Eight to ten (8-10) years of experience in Project management techniques, business administration, construction site and safety codes and standards, cultural knowledge of school system, schedules and cost control, plus two years of demonstrated supervisory/management responsibility.  An additional six (6) years of construction management work experience which has included management of multiple- projects for large public institutions, i.e., schools, hospitals, prisons is preferred; Master's degree in construction management or related field may be allowed to substitute for two (2) years of the required work experience; Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or Project Management or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  Master’s degree preferred.

 
Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work will be considered.

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:
Architectural/Engineering State License