Job Description
K-12 Construction Project Manager
Leading general contractor specializing in education, multifamily, senior living, hospitality, and commercial construction projects throughout the Midwest. With a reputation built on integrity, quality, innovation, and service, successfully delivered complex projects while maintaining a people-first culture that supports employee growth and long-term career development.
Manage K-12 construction projects from preconstruction through final completion.
Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost reports.
Lead project planning efforts and coordinate activities between field and office teams.
Manage subcontractor procurement, contract administration, and project buyout processes.
Review and process RFIs, submittals, change orders, and pay applications.
Monitor project financial performance and maintain profitability objectives.
Collaborate closely with Superintendents to ensure successful project execution.
Lead owner, architect, engineer, and school district meetings.
Coordinate construction activities on occupied campuses while minimizing disruption to school operations.
Identify project risks and develop proactive solutions to maintain schedule and budget.
Support preconstruction efforts, value engineering initiatives, and constructability reviews.
Ensure compliance with safety programs, quality standards, and project specifications.
Maintain strong client relationships that lead to repeat business opportunities.
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.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
5+ years of Project Management experience in commercial, institutional, or educational construction.
K-12 construction experience strongly preferred.
Proven success managing projects ranging from $10M-$75M+.
Strong understanding of construction contracts, project controls, budgeting, and scheduling.
Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders in active educational environments.
Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Strong financial management and forecasting experience.
Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
Base Salary: $100,000 - $145,000+ depending on experience.
Annual performance-based bonus.
Vehicle allowance or company vehicle.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Company-paid life and disability insurance.
Paid time off and company holidays.
Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Advancement opportunities into Senior Project Manager and Operations leadership roles.
Strong backlog of education and commercial projects throughout Ohio.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Dayton, Ohio |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $100,000–$145,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
Skills
Level up your application
Professional resume templates
Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.
Free resume templatesFree resume builder
Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.
Free resume builder