Brightpath Associates LLC
Construction Project Manager
Brightpath Associates LLC, El Cajon, California, United States, 92021
Job Description
Role Summary
The General Construction Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of school modernization projects. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of educational facility requirements. The Project Manager will ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all relevant codes and standards.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets
Coordinate design and construction phases, ensuring alignment with educational facility standards
Lead pre-construction meetings, site walkthroughs, and progress reviews
Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractors
Technical Oversight
Review architectural and engineering drawings for constructability and compliance
Ensure adherence to local, state, DSA codes, including ADA and LEED standards
Monitor quality control and safety compliance throughout the project lifecycle
Stakeholder Coordination
Serve as the primary liaison between school administrators, district officials, architects, engineers, and contractors
Facilitate communication and collaboration among all project stakeholders
Provide regular updates and reports to internal leadership and external clients
Contract & Budget Management
Prepare bid packages and assist with contractor selection
Negotiate contracts and manage change orders
Track expenditures and ensure cost control measures are in place.
Clear understanding of Prevailing wage laws and requirements.
School-Specific Considerations
Schedule construction activities to minimize disruption to school operations
Coordinate with school staff to ensure safe access and egress during construction
Address unique challenges of working in occupied school environments
Typical Tasks
Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies
Prepare and submit permit applications
Monitor daily construction activities and resolve field issues
Maintain project documentation and logs, including Cost Changes, RFIs, submittals, and punch lists
Lead final inspections and ensure timely project closeout
Qualifications (Optional Section for Job Ad)
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field experience
5+ years of experience managing school construction projects
Strong knowledge of design-build and Lease Lease back delivery method.
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore, MS Project)
OSHA certification and familiarity with prevailing wage requirements
Offering the following compensation for Project Manager services:
●Two weeks of annual vacation ●Paid holidays. ●Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, after 30 days choice of Blue Shield or Kaiser. ●Company vehicle and gas card, for work-related purposes only or Car Allowance. ●Cell phone expense reimbursement OR a company cell phone ●401k plan, beginning either January or July after the first year of service. currently matches 25% of employee contributions, excluding vacation, sick and bonus pay. ●Discretionary annual bonus, based upon company profitability
●Two weeks of annual vacation ●Paid holidays. ●Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, after 30 days choice of Blue Shield or Kaiser. ●Company vehicle and gas card, for work-related purposes only or Car Allowance. ●Cell phone expense reimbursement OR a company cell phone ●401k plan, beginning either January or July after the first year of service. currently matches 25% of employee contributions, excluding vacation, sick and bonus pay. ●Discretionary annual bonus, based upon company profitability