Position Title:Construction Project Manager II
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 3 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:Experience managing and designing institutional or commercial building projects.
Experience working on higher education or public sector projects, including procurement processes and compliance with governing regulations.
Experience applying sustainable design principles and construction standards.
Degree in Architecture or a closely related field.
Active Architectural License in the State of Iowa.
Job Description:
Are you ready to lead impactful projects that enhance student living spaces?
The Department of Residence at Iowa State University is seeking a Facilities Project Manager II to oversee planning, design, and construction for renovations and new projects across 3.2 million square feet of facilities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing projects from concept to completion.
What You'll Do
Plan and scope projects by meeting with leadership, staff, and residents to assess needs, develop building programs, and create cost estimates and schedules.
Manage design phases by serving as the primary liaison with architects, engineers, and consultants, ensuring compliance with codes, ADA, LEED, and departmental standards.
Oversee construction activities including scheduling, budget tracking, site observation, and quality assurance for multiple projects simultaneously.
Coordinate stakeholders across campus, including Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities Planning & Management, and internal maintenance teams.
Maintain project archives and supervise student interns to support design documentation and departmental standards.
Lead full renovation life cycles this includes developing drawings and schedules, managing procurement, coordinating furniture removal, flooring demolition and installation, and working with electricians, plumbers, and other trades. Some in-house design work is also part of the role, giving you the opportunity to shape spaces directly.
You'll work closely with department leadership, design professionals, contractors, and university stakeholders to deliver high-quality, cost-effective projects that improve the student experience.
This position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, please submit your application by January 29, 2026.
Position Details
Title: Facilities Project Manager II
Location: Department of Residence, Iowa State University - Ames, Iowa
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday
Environment: On-site role managing approximately 18 projects at various stages simultaneously
About the Department of Residence
The Department of Residence provides safe, comfortable, and innovative living spaces for Iowa State students. Our team is dedicated to creating environments that foster community, support academic success, and enhance the overall student experience. We manage over 3.2 million square feet of facilities and are committed to continuous improvement through strategic planning and high-quality design.
Example of Duties- Develops project schedule, milestones and monitors progress to assure timelines are met.- Directs and manages the project development and design phases.- Establishes required project deliverables from project design team.- Assures the building scope, goals and design are consistent with university requirements, building codes, etc.- Acts as the primary liaison for the university in dealings with internal and external stakeholders.- Participates in the selection of design professionals and other consultants and in the negotiation of these agreements.- May provide supervision and guidance to student employees, volunteers, or visitors.Level Guidelines- Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals- Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems- Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests- May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff- May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity- Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS809
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans- Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)- Life insurance and long-term disability- Flexible Spending Accounts- Various voluntary benefits and discounts- Employee Assistance Program- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: January 7, 2026
Posting Close Date:February 4, 2026
Job Requisition Number:R18399
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive?land-grant?mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
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If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.
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