Construction Project Manager - (Immediate Opening)

Description

Role Mission : The Construction Project Manager coordinates and oversees all ongoing capital improvement projects to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality completion aligned with IDEA's district standards. This role manages schedules, budgets, contractors, and compliance to deliver facilities that support excellent student and staff experiences.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Location : This is a full-time remote / on-site position based in Texas with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland / Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate .

Travel Expectations : Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

What You'll Do Accountabilities

Essential Duties :

• Manages the execution of capital improvement and new construction projects to ensure completion on schedule, within budget, and aligned with IDEA's standards.
• Coordinates with contractors, consultants, and local agencies to ensure project compliance with safety codes, permits, and quality requirements.
• Leads communication with internal stakeholders, including PMSI, regional directors, and campus leaders, to ensure accurate updates and proactive issue resolution.
• Oversees the procurement process for construction services and materials in alignment with district purchasing policies and budget targets.
• Develops, monitors, and maintains project budgets, ensuring financial accountability and accurate reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensures completion and closeout of punch lists for 100% of projects within 90 days of school openings.
• Collaborates with facilities leadership to refine and improve systems, templates, and training that strengthen IDEA's facilities delivery model .

Additional Duties and Responsibilities :

What You Bring Competencies

Make Strategic Decisions

Manage Work and Teams

Grow Self and Others

Build a Culture of Trust

Communicate Deliberately

Additional Skills :

Required education and experience :

Preferred education and experience :

Physical Requirements :

What We Offer :

Compensation & Benefits :

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $81,889 and $95,810, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https : / / ideapublicschools.org / careers / benefits / .

Application process :

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Learn more about IDEA

At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here : https : / / ideapublicschools.org / our-story / #core-values

IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.