K-12 Project Manager II - Dayton Construction

An established general contractor is seeking a Project Manager II to lead the successful delivery of K-12 construction projects throughout the Dayton region. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex school projects from preconstruction through closeout while working alongside experienced industry professionals in a highly collaborative environment.

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Client Details

Our client is a well-established construction firm recognized for delivering high-quality projects across a variety of market sectors. The company has earned a strong reputation through its commitment to client service, project excellence, safety, and long-term relationship building.

Employees are given the tools, support, and autonomy needed to succeed while benefiting from a team-oriented culture that encourages professional growth and leadership development. With a strong pipeline of negotiated and repeat business, the organization offers both stability and long-term career opportunities.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage K-12 construction projects from preconstruction through final completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
• Lead project planning, procurement, subcontractor buyout, and contract administration efforts.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and school district representatives.
• Monitor project costs and maintain overall financial performance.
• Manage project documentation, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and reporting.
• Partner with Superintendents to ensure project milestones, quality standards, and safety goals are achieved.
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress to all stakeholders.
• Identify project risks and implement proactive solutions.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with client expectations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships that support future opportunities.

Profile

Qualifications:

• Experience as a Project Manager managing K-12, higher education, municipal, public, commercial, or institutional construction projects.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple phases of construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Strong knowledge of construction management, scheduling, budgeting, and project controls.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Understanding of public-sector construction processes is preferred.
• Strong financial management and forecasting capabilities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and project teams.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.

Job Offer

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Vehicle allowance or vehicle program.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Leadership training and career advancement opportunities.
• Strong project pipeline and long-term stability.
• Collaborative culture with accessible leadership.
• Opportunity to manage impactful educational construction projects throughout the Dayton area.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.