Who We Are
Our Education team partners with K-12 school districts, community colleges, and universities to design and manage transformative programs that align with their goals. We partner with institutions on projects including:
Modernization and expansion of facilities
Infrastructure improvements for safety and sustainability
Development of specialized spaces such as laboratories, research centers, and classrooms.
If you're a driven professional looking for a collaborative environment, work that makes a difference, and a firm that invests heavily in your growth, you could be a perfect fit for Harris & Associates.
The Project Manager is involved in the project from its early stages and assists the Owner with the development of project budgets, overall project schedules, selection of the design team and other tasks as requested. The PM monitors the development of project plans and specifications, updates project budgets and schedule as the project evolves, and assists the Owner with the bidding (where applicable) and award of the project.
Responsibilities and Duties
Serve as the primary point of contact for school district representatives, contractors, architects, engineers, regulatory agencies, and Harris staff, facilitating effective communication, resolving complex project issues, and driving timely decision-making. Maintain overall accountability for project performance, client satisfaction, and successful project delivery.
Provide comprehensive administrative, technical, and operational leadership throughout all phases of construction, from pre-bid planning and procurement through construction, commissioning, closeout, and final acceptance. Ensure compliance with district policies, applicable codes, DSA requirements, and contract documents.
Direct and oversee all construction activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with approved plans, specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Proactively identify project risks and implement corrective actions to mitigate impacts to cost, schedule, and quality.
Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with school district stakeholders, campus administrators, consultants, contractors, and Harris team members. Foster a culture of trust, accountability, and partnership while consistently providing exceptional client service and communication.
Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting activities, providing regular updates to district leadership and other stakeholders regarding project status, risks, milestones, and financial performance.
Facilitate project meetings, prepare meeting agendas and minutes, track action items, and ensure timely resolution of outstanding issues.
Mentor and provide guidance to project engineers, assistant project managers, inspectors, and other project staff, supporting professional development and successful project execution.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field
6+ years of project, construction, or program management experience with increasing responsibilities in each assignment.
Experience with Division of State Architect (DSA) projects required with specific K-12 experience highly experience
OSHA-10 certification (required within 1 month of hiring)
Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
Additional certifications/licenses such as PMP or CCM highly preferred
About Harris
Harris & Associates is a 100% employee-owned company focused on solving today's complex challenges in the planning, designing, and constructing of public infrastructure. We serve clients in the municipal, water, transportation, and education markets to build equitable, resilient, and sustainable communities by providing a long-term financial framework as they plan their future. Our offices and project sites span the West Coast in California, Nevada, and Washington with a staff of over 280…