We are seeking an experienced K-12 Program Manager to assume program and/or construction management role on projects as the client’s advisor. Role develops and oversees program/project scope, budgets and schedules, develops and oversees program management systems and reports, and effectively communicates with multiple stakeholders outside of project team.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manages various programs which includes the development and oversight of scope, budget, schedule and implementation of these programs.
- Evaluates programs and performs cost/benefit analysis to determine overall cost savings and effectiveness.
- Develops and evaluates contracting and procurement methods based on program specifics.
- Coordinates with local utilities to understand and capture available rebates and incentives.
- Reviews and evaluates emerging technologies.
- Advises, consults with, and gives technical direction to design firms, consultants and
- contractors, on policies, guidelines and specifications for development of project costs
- related to design and construction.
- Plans, organizes, directs and reports activities and progress to sustainability and maintenance
- and operations management.
- Creates policies, procedures, standards and project workflows to achieve program directives and maximize efficiencies.
- Develops and oversees program management systems and reports (i.e. Microsoft Project,
- Estimate at Completion Tool, Smirnoff, offline reports, etc.).
- Performs fiscal management and program level financial reporting to both internal and external offices/agencies.
- Collects, drafts, develops and disseminates lessons learned to appropriate staff.
- Manages the closeout phase of the program.
- Provides training and guidance to project staff.
- Performs technical oversight for project assignment and advisor duties.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture and/or engineering.
- 10+ years of experience in overseeing and managing all phases of K-12 programs/projects.
- OSHA 30 Hour Safety Training highly desirable.
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and/or PMP certificate highly desirable.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook and Project.
- Knowledge of and experience using Primavera (P6), Building Information Modeling (BIM) and E-Builder.
- Must be self-motivated with the ability to work effectively with little or no direct supervision in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to manage large and complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Comprehensive understanding and application of project management principles, processes, and procedures.
- Proficient leadership skills, including effective conflict management and influencing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to manage multiple multi-phase projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, documentation and presentation skills
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong focus on health, safety and quality
Top Skills
What We Do
We’re strategic thinkers and complex problem solvers.
Logical. Creative. Loyal.
Anser Advisory exists with singular purpose: to successfully guide programs and projects from concept to closeout. At the intersection of thoughtful analysis and creative innovation, we identify and solve the toughest challenges our clients face. We believe problem solving is a challenge to be delighted in, not overcome and we engage the best minds from every field to develop intelligent processes that are both dynamic and efficient.
- We are finance and compliance trusted advisors.
- We are design process and delivery method innovators.
- We are project controls, project management, and construction management collaborators.
We are a national firm with deep ties and commitment to the local communities in which we live, work and play.