Blueprint Creative Group
Construction Manager and Owner's Rep
Blueprint Creative Group, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Position Overview
This opportunity supports a public project management and construction oversight to support K–12 school facilities and large public capital programs. A senior-level
public-sector construction Project Manager
is sought to lead independent oversight of K–12 public school construction and repair projects. This role serves as an owner representative and program oversight speciality, supporting multi-project portfolios through design review, construction administration, site inspections, and closeout. The position requires deep familiarity with Massachusetts public construction practices and the ability to operate as an extension of a public agency’s internal staff. Core Responsibilities
Project Oversight and Compliance
Independently review design submittals, construction documents, and consultant deliverables for compliance with funding agreements, scope, and program requirements Monitor project budgets, schedules, and change orders to ensure alignment with approved funding and eligibility criteria Evaluate reimbursement requests, budget revisions, and cost certifications Site Visits and Field Reporting
Conduct regular on-site inspections across Massachusetts Verify construction progress, quality, commissioning coordination, and compliance with approved scope Prepare structured site visit and progress reports in accordance with agency protocols Construction Administration Support
Review contractor pay applications, change order justification, and schedule updates Identify risks, trends, and deviations Communicate findings clearly to agency staff and senior leadership Closeout and Final Audit Support
Support project closeout and final audit preparation Verify delivery of required documentation Coordinate reconciliation of final costs and eligibility determinations Client Management
Participate in internal client meetings and reviews as an extension of the client’s PM team Maintain documentation consistent with public record and audit standards Required Qualifications
Minimum 15 years of experience in public-sector construction project management or owner’s representation Demonstrated experience on Massachusetts public school or comparable public building projects Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts public construction law, including Ch. 149 and Ch. 149A Proven experience managing construction administration, change orders, and closeout Extensive experience performing independent oversight, not design or construction execution Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across jurisdictions Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience on MSBA-funded projects Former or current certified Owner’s Project Manager or Clerk of the Works OIG School Project Designer or Owner’s Project Manager Certification Experience preparing projects for public audit
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This opportunity supports a public project management and construction oversight to support K–12 school facilities and large public capital programs. A senior-level
public-sector construction Project Manager
is sought to lead independent oversight of K–12 public school construction and repair projects. This role serves as an owner representative and program oversight speciality, supporting multi-project portfolios through design review, construction administration, site inspections, and closeout. The position requires deep familiarity with Massachusetts public construction practices and the ability to operate as an extension of a public agency’s internal staff. Core Responsibilities
Project Oversight and Compliance
Independently review design submittals, construction documents, and consultant deliverables for compliance with funding agreements, scope, and program requirements Monitor project budgets, schedules, and change orders to ensure alignment with approved funding and eligibility criteria Evaluate reimbursement requests, budget revisions, and cost certifications Site Visits and Field Reporting
Conduct regular on-site inspections across Massachusetts Verify construction progress, quality, commissioning coordination, and compliance with approved scope Prepare structured site visit and progress reports in accordance with agency protocols Construction Administration Support
Review contractor pay applications, change order justification, and schedule updates Identify risks, trends, and deviations Communicate findings clearly to agency staff and senior leadership Closeout and Final Audit Support
Support project closeout and final audit preparation Verify delivery of required documentation Coordinate reconciliation of final costs and eligibility determinations Client Management
Participate in internal client meetings and reviews as an extension of the client’s PM team Maintain documentation consistent with public record and audit standards Required Qualifications
Minimum 15 years of experience in public-sector construction project management or owner’s representation Demonstrated experience on Massachusetts public school or comparable public building projects Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts public construction law, including Ch. 149 and Ch. 149A Proven experience managing construction administration, change orders, and closeout Extensive experience performing independent oversight, not design or construction execution Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across jurisdictions Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience on MSBA-funded projects Former or current certified Owner’s Project Manager or Clerk of the Works OIG School Project Designer or Owner’s Project Manager Certification Experience preparing projects for public audit
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