Project Manager 1 - Feasibility and Schematic Design

Project Manager 1- Feasibility and Schematic Design Department: Capital Planning Reports To: Project Manager 3 FLSA: Exempt Grade: 10 Salary: $78,425 - $86,267 ABOUT MSBA The Massachusetts School Building Authority ("MSBA") is a quasi-independent government authority created to reform the process of funding capital improvement projects in the Commonwealths public K-12 schools. The MSBA strives to work with local communities to create affordable, educationally appropriate, sustainable, and energy efficient schools across Massachusetts and is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team of professionals in the continued efforts of the MSBAs mission.
JOB SUMMARY This position is related to the planning, design, and construction of public schools (Kindergarten through grade 12) in Massachusetts. The MSBAs Feasibility and Schematic Design Team Project Managers (Project Managers) conduct independent technical reviews of preliminary design and schematic design submittals and manage the feasibility study and design activities of assigned projects through the MSBAs grant program. The Project Manager 1 applies MSBAs policies, agreements, and practices in generating grant recommendations for projects seeking approval by the MSBAs Board of Directors. The Feasibility and Schematic Design Project Manager 1 works directly with School District representatives and professional consultants to ensure conformance with MSBAs policies and practices. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBLITIES

• Establish construction grants and project recommendation memorandum for assigned Core Program projects seeking approval by the MSBA Board of Directors.
• Provide support and provide technical review of feasibility studies, schematic designs, cost estimates and other technical documents for Core Program projects as they proceed through the feasibility study and schematic design phases.
• Provide support and provide technical review of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and reports for Core Program projects prepared by consultants to verify designer compliance with program criteria, code requirements, and procurement regulations and statutes.
• Prepare written technical review comments, letters, and/or e-mails to school districts, local officials, and consultants in accordance with MSBA policies and practices with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with assigned Capital Planning Project Coordinators to manage the day-to-day communications, the processing of official correspondence, and to establish necessary project meetings.
• Participate in project meetings with assigned Capital Planning Project Coordinators, local representatives, project consultants, community members, and other MSBA staff.
• Ensure consultant contract compliance during preliminary and schematic design phases for Core Program projects in accordance with MSBA policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Review monthly reports for Core Program projects and prepare regular updates for Senior Project Manager(s), Design Director, and/or Director of Project Management and monitor/describe changes associated with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Prepare and present status of assigned tasks and projects including associated conformance with MSBA agreements, scope, schedule, and estimated costs.
• Populate project-specific data for all assigned projects into MSBAs project management database as part of the regular monitoring of projects.
• Provide support associated with the review of school district requests for payment (reimbursement requests) for Core Program projects and assist in the analysis and compilation of project documentation to support potential grant recommendations.
• Provide support associated with specific initiatives assigned by Senior Project Manager(s), Design Director, and/or Director of Project Management intended to enhance MSBA processes and initiatives in support of the overall needs of the Capital Planning department.

OTHER DUTIES and RESPONSIBLITIES

• Support and coordinatethepreparation of documents and presentation materials required for MSBA Board of Directors meetings, Facilities Assessment Subcommittee meetings, and other related meetings.
• Prepare and present project introductions for assigned Core Program projects at Facilities Assessment Subcommittee meetings and other related meetings.
• Attendor participate in the MSBAs Owner Project Management Review Panel, Designer Selection Panel, or various task forces.
• Periodically visit school buildings and prepare written summaries of observations.
• Potential to participate in evaluation of project cost data, enhancement of MSBA review tools and practices, and update to MSBA school construction grant policies.
• Potential to perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

• Bachelors degree in at least one of the following: architecture, engineering, construction, project management, or related field.
• Two-to-five years of experience associated with architecture, design, construction, project management, or other applicable disciplines.
• Thorough understanding of the design process from conceptual phases through construction documents.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously involving complex and varying problems and to prioritize work assignments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and present complex technical information in a clear, concise, and comprehensible manner.
• Thorough understanding of the design process from conceptual phases through construction documents.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously involving complex and varying problems and to prioritize work assignments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and present complex technical information in a clear, concise, and comprehensible manner.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to occasionally visit project sites.
• Possess proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 software applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience associated with public construction and/or educational facilities, knowledge of Massachusetts public bidding laws, and/or previous experience working with federal, state, county, or local government.

This job description is intended to be general and will evolve over time. The description is subject to periodic updating. At managements discretion, the employee may be assigned different or additional duties from time to time.