Construction Project Manager

Position Announcement

Position Details

Proposed Start Date 10/16/2026 Classification Title Facilities / Operations Rank N
- No Rank Working Title Construction Project Manager Department 651331 - CPC Project Management Position Number D93053 Representation UU
- Unclassified Unrepresented Renewable Renewable End date, if applicable Position FTE 1 Tenure Status N - not applicable

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands‑on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree‑lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state‑of‑the‑art science labs. We are proud of our world‑class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

Portland State University’s Capital Projects & Construction (CPC) department is recruiting for a talented and proactive individual with experience in full‑cycle construction project management with an innovative focus on sustainability and accessibility. Reporting to the Assistant Director of CPC, they oversee projects by providing timely, cost effective, and professional services that enhance the instructional, research, and service goals of the university.

The Project Manager will receive in-depth on‑the‑job training and will be responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and construction of capital construction and repair projects with a total budget of less than $5M. In consultation with colleagues across the university, this position interviews, hires, and directs the work of design consultants and construction contractors in order to execute the project work from conception to completion.

Working closely with CPC architects, drafters, engineers, and construction services staff, this position may also assist with the completion of larger and more complex projects.

CPC is an unfunded unit within the University this position is expected to work 70% of the time on billable projects.

Capital Projects & Construction is a team‑oriented workplace where the staff take pride in maintaining and constructing the spaces necessary to serve PSU’s students. The atmosphere is collaborative and casual, but with a high emphasis on serving our clients by delivering quality projects on time and on budget.

This is a permanent full‑time position within an innovative team‑oriented environment located in downtown Portland, and includes a comprehensive benefits package with paid time off including paid sick time, paid holidays and paid vacation days, 95% employer‑funded premium healthcare, 100% employer‑funded retirement plans, and 70% off of tuition for the employee, dependent children, and your spouse or domestic partner. Remote work is limited to 1-day per week and anything beyond that will need to be approved by your supervisor.

• Four years of experience managing construction projects that include engineering‑related work from conception to completion
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, other applicable disciplines of Engineering, Business Administration or related degree.
• Demonstrated flexibility in task organization to respond to changing needs and requirements.
• Experience managing multiple projects at one time.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, anticipatory skills, confidentiality, negotiation, problem solving, communication, and customer service skills.
• Basic knowledge of contract implementation and legal requirements associated with construction contracting.
• Experience writing request for proposal (RFP) documents, creating project schedules, reviewing/approving pay applications and change orders.
• Basic knowledge…