The Civil Engineer Project Manager position is critical for providing leadership, project management and construction administration services on various major building renovations, additions, new construction and green infrastructure district initiatives and construction projects. This position will oversee and manage the performance of contractors and design professionals during all phases of work and closely interact with Milwaukee Public Schools, Design and Construction designers, planners, engineers, and Maintenance & Repair trade personnel to maintain guidelines, specifications and construction administrative standards. This role represents the Department of Facilities and Maintenance Services, Design and Construction team in successfully meeting project goals, deadlines and operate within budget.
Salary Range: $95,470 - $137,754
How To Apply
Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Sunday, March 23, 2025.
A current resume must be attached to the completed application. Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required Bachelor's degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire).
- If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies.
If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted, via email, to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete.
No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date.
Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.
If you have any questions, please contact Cassandra Morales-Salcedo at morac2@milwaukee.k12.wi.us or 414-777-7879.
Qualifications
Education Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related construction engineering/contracting degree.
- Background in Public and Commercial construction; experience in K-12 Public Education construction preferred.
- Valid State of Wisconsin motor vehicle operators license and availability of a properly insured personal vehicle at time of appointment and during employment.
Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of seven years of experience in construction related activities, required.
- Recent construction project manager experience or designer workload with projects totaling more than $15 million per year, preferred..
- Experience with MEP construction project management related activities, preferred.
- Experience with designing or project managing sustainable engineering practices and/or projects, desired.
A combination of education and experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of building codes including State of Wisconsin Building Code for Residential and Commercial Structures; IBC, NFPA, IECC, etc.
- Working knowledge in reviewing construction drawings, specifications and other AIA and/or CSI standard documents; experience developing construction drawings and specifications, desired.
- Experience with Autodesk Design Suite, preferred, or equivalent industry experience with Bluebeam (PDF markup tool).
- Advanced experience in and ability to develop construction cost estimates and review request for change.
- Experience negotiating costs/contracts with contractors, vendors and suppliers.
- Advanced experience in using Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
- Advanced experience in Microsoft Project or other project management scheduling software.
- Experience with cloud-based project management tools; Autodesk Construction Cloud, preferred.
- Demonstrate experience in writing technical reports as well as general correspondence.
- Must be able to effectively communicate with the public, District personnel, contractors, trades personnel, design professionals, and regulatory and governing agencies.
- Ability to evaluate and make decisions on various designs as well as construction means and methods based on technical data, material performance/selection, and constructability constraints.
- Organizational skill as required to work on up to 70 projects at on time in various stages of completion.
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
- This role includes a combination of office and field environment.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites.
- The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
- This position may be required to perform in outside weather conditions.
- Must be able to climb and work at various heights and in hazardous and confined environments.
Responsibilities
- Develops scope of work, coordinates with engineers and architects, reviews construction documents and directs construction activities to ensure that the goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters. Coordinates with MPS trade shop personnel to prioritize, budget and plan long range major maintenance and repair projects. 10%
- Oversees and project manages construction administration activities on major renovations, supports new construction, and major capital maintenance projects. Assists in the development of project budgets. Monitors contractor performance and safe work practices to ensure that work is completed by qualified personnel according to contract documents. Provide inspection reports and represent MPS at construction project/progress meetings. Maintains all project files. Administers construction project budgets. Enforces standards and oversees general contractors, MPS construction and shop/trade inspectors, architects/engineers, and contracted inspectors. Conducts progress meetings from initiation through project closeout establishing lines of communication amongst all project stakeholders, maintains the development of standard operating procedures and minutes. 40%
- Works directly with architects and engineers in the development of design and construction documents. Reviews contract documents prior to bidding for adherence to scope, MPS requirements, and project budget. Identifies inconsistencies in documents and assists in value engineering. Provides design services and activities associated with smaller projects, as required. 30%
- Reviews and approves change orders and monthly payment requests. Generates written communications as necessary to project stakeholders. Reviews and assists in updating the MPS Master Specifications. Miscellaneous office work including copying, filing, and similar. 10%
- Works with outside agencies and public officials as necessary to evaluate problems or develop ideas in support of potential projects and MPS district initiatives. Develop, review and maintain green infrastructure, stormwater management plans and other site related documentation and reports. 10%
- Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
(percentages are approximate and are subject to change)
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.