About the 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 Commonwealth’s public schools. The MSBA strives to work with local communities to create affordable, sustainable, and energy efficient schools across Massachusetts. We are one team driven by a focused mission in an organization where everyone has a genuine interest in the work and the outcome of our partners. We are an accountable, considerate and team focused organization seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team of professionals in the continued efforts of the MSBA.

Job Title:  Project Manager 2

Department:  Capital Planning – Feasibility and Schematic Design Team 

Reports To: Director of Project Management

FLSA/Grade: Exempt / 11 

Salary Range: $86,267 - $94,893 

Job Summary

This position is related to the planning, design, and construction of public schools (Kindergarten through grade 12) in Massachusetts. The MSBA’s 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 MSBA’s grant program. The Project Manager 2applies MSBA’s policies, agreements, and practices in generating grant recommendations for projects seeking approval by the MSBA’s Board of Directors. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform technical reviews of feasibility studies, schematic designs, cost estimates, and related documents for assigned projects as they proceed through preliminary and schematic design phases with minimal supervision. 

• Provide technical reviews of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and related documents prepared by professional consultants to verify compliance with program criteria, code requirements, and procurement regulations and statutes with minimal supervision. 

• 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. 

• Lead project meetings with local officials, consultants, community members, and MSBA staff. 

• Ensure consultant contract compliance during preliminary and schematic design phases in accordance with MSBA policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. 

• Review monthly reports for assigned projects and prepare regular updates and monitor changes associated with scope, schedule, and budget. 

• Prepare and present status of assigned projects including associated conformance with MSBA agreements, scope, schedule, and estimated costs. 

• Populate project-specific data for all assigned projects into MSBA’s project management database as part of the regular monitoring of projects. 

• Review school district requests for payment for assigned projects and assist in the analysis and compilation of project documentation to support potential grant recommendations. 

• Analyze and recommend eligibility of project costs associated with school construction projects. 

• Assist in specific initiatives to review and enhance MSBA processes and practices in support the overall needs of the Capital Planning department. 

• Potential participation in the preparation and coordination of documents and/or presentation materials required for MSBA subcommittees and Board of Directors meetings. 

• Potential to assist in the creation and delivery MSBA training and public outreach presentations and/or publications. 

• Potential to participate in the MSBA’s Owner Project Management Review Panel, Designer Selection Panel, or various task forces. 

• Potential to participate in evaluation of project cost data, enhancement of MSBA review tools and practices, and update MSBA school construction grant policies. 

• Manage and coordinate task assignments associated with assigned projects to junior staff and provide technical oversite and guidance. 

• Support the efforts associated with the recruitment and hiring of internal personnel. 

• Potential to perform other duties as assigned. 

• Bachelor’s degree in at least one of the following: architecture, engineering, project management, construction, or related field related to building planning and design. 
• Four-to-seven years of experience associated with building design, construction, project management, or other applicable disciplines.

• 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.

• Thorough understanding of the design process from conceptual phases through construction documents.
• Proficiency in Office 365 software applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks involving complex and varying problems. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 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.

• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

We are able to accomplish our mission with the help of talented and committed staff. We welcome you to apply and potentially join us in our efforts. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Job postings will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.