Project Manager

Initial Review Date: 05/28/2026*

*Any complete applications received after the initial review date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.

This position will become Open Until Filled after the initial Review Date. Any complete applications received while the position is Open Until Filled will be reviewed by the hiring committee only upon committee request.

The Foothill - De Anza Community College District does not have a remote work policy. All employees are expected to be available to work in person and on-site per the requirement of the department.

Foothill De Anza Community College District Mission Statement:

The mission of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District is student success and educational excellence. The district and its colleges provide access to affordable quality educational programs and services that develop a broadly educated and socially responsible community that supports an equitable and just future for California and the global community. Every member of our district contributes to a dynamic instructional and learning environment that fosters student engagement equal opportunity and innovation in meeting the various educational and career goals of our diverse students. Foothill-De Anza is driven by an equity agenda and core values of integrity inclusion care for our students well-being and sustainability.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Manager acts as the District representative for the Foothill-De Anza Community College District overseeing the planning design and construction of the Districts Measure G bond program an $898 million Prop. 39 general obligation bond passed by the Districts constituents in 2020. Reporting to the Executive Director of Facilities or a Bond Director the role focuses on directing the work of design professionals and contractors from early design to project/financial closeout to ensure projects meet safety financial and regulatory standards. This is a senior level position managing a team of professionals handling complex and highly technical projects.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Facilities or an assigned Bond Director acts as the Districts representative to oversee plan organize and direct work of contractors subcontractors design professionals consultants and engineers to plan develop design and construct District projects funded by multiple funding sources. The Project Manager directs liaison activities between project stakeholders and contractors subcontractors design professionals consultants and engineers during the planning design construction and postoccupancy evaluation phases of specifically assigned capital projects; ensures that projects are planned designed and constructed according to applicable codes regulations and standards.

NATURE and SCOPE

The Project Manager is the administrator who oversees and directs the Construction Manager Design Teams and the planning design and construction activities related to maintenance scheduled maintenance and related projects.

KEY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and responsibilities are typical but not limited to the following:

1. Direct liaison activities between project stakeholders and contractors subcontractors design professionals consultants and engineers during planning design construction and post-occupancy evaluation phases assigned to capital projects.

2. Plan organize oversee and direct the work of contractors subcontractors design professionals consultants and engineers to plan develop design and construct projects.

3. Oversee assigned Bond projects; responsible for the success of projects including: safety financial quality scope schedule budget and environmental compliance.

4. Ensure projects are planned designed and constructed according to specifications.

5. Oversee and direct District and contractor personnel in planning design construction testing start-up acceptance and closeout of assigned projects.

6. Represent the District and/or the College at campus meetings and at meetings with other agencies.

7. Assure compliance with the Districts Injury and Illness Prevention Program by providing motivation incentives and discipline to assigned staff; maintain a safe work environment.

8. Create and track a project budget including all related soft and hard costs.

9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge:

1. Uniform Building Code (UBC) California Architectural Barrier Laws (CALABL) California Occupational Safety and Health Act (CALOSHA) Title 24 California Building Standards Code American Disabilities Act (ADA) and other related statutes.

2. State of California Capital Outlay and Deferred Maintenance Programs for Community Colleges.

3. California Public Contracts Code and Education Code.

4. Construction budget preparation; job cost accounting.

5. Legal and practical aspects of project design bidding management and close-out of construction contracts.

6. Accepted construction principles and practices as related to public works community colleges and schools.

7. Methods of purchasing and contract administration in a community college environment.

8. Technical background of different building and infrastructure materials components and systems.

9. Methods practices equipment and supplies used in facility maintenance and construction.

10. Building and safety regulations.

11. AutoCAD and ERP systems and project management software.

12. Business and engineering mathematics.

13. Record keeping principles and practices.

14. Varying types of skills used on construction projects (i.e. plumbing building mechanical electrical fire and life safety concrete steel and heavy construction).

15. Technical processes involved in the planning design and construction or renovation remodel and new capital construction projects.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Understanding of sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic socio-economic ethnic religious and cultural backgrounds disability and sexual orientation of community college students faculty and staff.

2. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing including writing complex proposals.

3. Principles of project management and supervision in a higher education setting.

4. Demonstrated experience with contractors sub contractors inspectors and other building trades.

5. Manage multiple projects and/or an increasingly complex set of projects.

6. Solve problems with initiative and ingenuity.

7. Work with regulatory agencies stringent timelines and budgets.

8. Work independently; self motivated.

9. Experience working with labor contracts and/or represented workforce.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Understanding of sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic socio-economic ethnic religious and cultural backgrounds disability and sexual orientation of community college students faculty and staff.

2. Bachelors Degree in a related field.

3. Two years construction management and project management experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Extensive progressive construction management and project management experience preferred.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Possession of a valid California Drivers License.

2. Possession of a California Operators License.

3. California registration as a licensed engineer or architect preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

1. Typical office environment; subject to some travel to conduct work and physical activities.

Physical Abilities:

1. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone and make presentations.

2. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

3. Vision sufficient to read various materials.

4. Sitting for extending periods of time.

5. Bending at the waist.

6. Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs.

APPLICATION PACKET

1. A District on-line application on *In the application you will provide information which demonstrates your understanding of sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic socio-economic ethnic religious and cultural backgrounds disability and sexual orientation of community college students faculty and staff. Additionally you will be asked to explain how your life experiences studies or work have influenced your commitment to diversity equity and inclusion.

2. A cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position.

3. A current resume of all work experience formal education and training.

For full-consideration all required application materials must be included in your application packet and must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. We are unable to accept additional non-required materials such as reference letters.

Please allow yourself ample time to complete your application and resolve any technical difficulties that may arise with your submission. You may also visit our Applicant Information to assist with technical difficulties at: We cannot guarantee a response to application questions within 48 hours of the closing date.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Position:Full-Time Contract 12-months per year
Starting date: As soon as possible upon completion of the search process.

Excellent benefits package which includes medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents dental vision care employee assistance program long term disability retirement benefits and basic life insurance. For information on our benefits package that includes medical for employees and dependents visit our web site: In addition the District is a participating member of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) and the successful applicant would be a member of the Administrative Management Association (AMA). The current Administrator Handbook can be found online at: with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. All interviewing costs incurred by applicant are the responsibility of the applicant.

For more information about our application process contact:
Employment Services
Foothill-De Anza Community College District
12345 El Monte Road
Los Altos Hills California 94022
Email:
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