(Auraria) Project Manager

(Auraria) Project Manager

Salary

$72,500.00 - $87,500.00 Annually

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

AHEC-4286-07.2026

Department

Auraria Higher Education Center

Division

Facillities Management Services Division

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/14/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

Auraria Campus

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Nicole Yanez at nicole.yanez@ahec.edu

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This is a Non-Classified position, performing the outlined duties with the Auraria Higher Education Center.

Who we are:

Welcome to the Auraria Campus located in the Platte River Valley in downtown Denver. The Auraria Campus is the service provider for 38,000 students and approximately 5000 faculty and staff working at and attending the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and the University of Colorado Denver. Learn more about us through this link: The Auraria Campus

Auraria employees enjoy an excellent benefits package which includes paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, multiple medical, dental and vision options, discounted RTD Eco-Pass, BenefitHub and outstanding retirement plan. Learn more through this link: Non-Classified Benefits Package.

So, if youre interested in a great job working alongside great people, this may be the opportunity for which youve been waiting for.

Description of Job

Job Summary:

The Project Manager will provide construction management services for Auraria Campus and the three partner institutions. This position is responsible for management of all phases (planning, design and construction) of Small to medium sized projects ranging in value from $5,000 - $10,000,000 including renovation, additions, new construction, deferred maintenance projects, campus damage projects, cash projects, and repairs to damaged campus infrastructure.

Essential Job Functions: Project Management of cash funded, general fund, controlled maintenance, deferred maintenance and capital projects:

• Responsible for planning and scheduling assigned construction projects including all tasks involved in the project from pre-construction through final closeout.
• Lead the development and management of project budgets consistent with timeline requirements for small to medium new development or renovation projects.
• Manage planning, design and construction phases.
• Maintain established schedules to allow campus to utilize space within desired timeframes.
• Monitor and manage contractors and vendors to ensure they are meeting agreed upon scope, schedule and budget.
• Work closely with campus constituents to develop and execute scope of work within required budget, schedule and quality standards and to support the ongoing operation and activities of the campus.
• Oversee and manage procurement, contracts, change order documents, negotiations and consultant relationships.
• Conduct on-site inspections of construction progress, making technical decision to assure conformance with specifications.
• Monitor and adjust project schedules to ensure projects are completed within the time and budget allocations for the projects.
• Provide bi-weekly updates on project status.

Department Administration and Support:

• Complete administrative paperwork associated with projects including all state required forms and approve payments for contractors.
• Participate in project management department meetings.
• Mentor project planners on the team by having them shadow on larger projects.
• Assist PM team with establishing campus standards for construction related items.
• Assist annually with choosing architect/engineering firms and contractors for the on-call, as needed list.

Project Scope Development:

• Develop and establish scopes of work consistent with operational needs, program plans, and within budget allowances.
• Work with customers, trades experts, and procurement to explore feasibility, secure cost estimates, and prepare for bidding.
• Determine scope details to be included in a project to reach desired end result.

Other duties as assigned/requested:

• Assist with other Facilities-wide tasks (for example: snow removal, campus ambassador programs.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Application Requirements:

• Completed online application, and resume. Cover letter is optional.
• Resume required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• Substitution: A combination of work experience in the occupational field or subject area of the position work assignment, which provided the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelors degree.
• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a related field including engineering, architecture or project management.
• Must possess a valid unencumbered Colorado drivers license at the time of application.
• Please provide full responses to all required supplemental questions. Your answers will be used as part of the application screening.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a state of Colorado resident.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Must maintain a valid unencumbered drivers license.
• Please note that if offered employment, candidates will be required to furnish a copy of their motor vehicle report (MVR) as part of the background check process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a state or local government agency.
• Proficient in project management software.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a diverse population at all levels throughout the institution-and into the community.
• Ability to communicate in a positive and effective manner.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and tasks in parallel to maintain attention to detail.
• Outwardly contributes to a respectful, positive, and professional workspace.
• Ability to establish work priorities, follow through, and meet established deadlines.
• Strong judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Activate listening, with an ability to communicate relevant information, anticipate problems, and offer suggestions for resolution.

Supplemental Information

Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs and Services Act information:

After careful review of this position and the duties that it performs, it has been designated in accordance with the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs and Services Act as a "Not Covered" position, it does not fall in the category of employees that are eligible for representation by COWINS, also known as the union. To learn more about this designation please visit this link: http://coloradowins.org/

Applicant Checklist & Minimum Qualifications:

E-mail Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted by email.

Applicant Checklist:

• Resume (REQUIRED) detailing a summary of work history
• Cover Letter (Optional) detailing how your experience & education meet minimum and preferred qualifications
• Supplemental Questions (REQUIRED) - responses must be completed within the online application before it can be submitted.

Minimum Qualifications

Your application as submitted is used to determine if you meet Minimum Qualifications. Please read the Minimum Qualifications and ensure that information in your application "draw correlations" to the Minimum Qualifications. Human Resources Analysts will not infer that you meet the Minimum Qualifications if information isnt detailed in your application.

• Years of experience will be expressed in terms of full-time equivalent service with full-time workload equal to one (1) Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) year. No more than 1.00 FTE year may be credited in any twelve (12) month period. Positions working 40 hours or less per week will be pro-rated (30 hrs/wk=0.75 FTE=9 mos credit; 20 hrs/wk=0.5 FTE=6 mos credit; 10 hrs/wk=0.25 FTE=3 mos credit.) *

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Auraria Campus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Nicole Yanez at nicole.yanez@ahec.edu

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01

How many years of professional experience do you have managing construction, engineering, architectural, or facilities projects?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-5 years
• 6-10 years
• More than 10 years

02

Please describe your experience managing construction or facilities-related projects. Include the types of projects, your role, project size, and your responsibilities.

03

Describe your experience managing contractors, consultants, architects, or engineers, What responsibilities did you have?

04

As stated in the job posting and required by the State of Colorado job requirements, applications for the position must reside in Colorado at the time of application. Please acknowledge one of the following:

• I acknowledge that, at the time of application, I am a resident of the State of Colorado.
• I acknowledge that, at the time of application, I am not a resident of the State of Colorado.

05

As stated in the job posting and required by the State of Colorado job requirements, applicants for this classified position must hold a valid, unencumbered Colorado drivers license at the time of application. Please acknowledge one of the following:

• I acknowledge that, at the time of application, I hold a valid, unencumbered Colorado drivers license.
• I acknowledge that, at the time of application, I do not hold a valid, unencumbered Colorado drivers license.

06

Part of the required documents of this posting, if you are selected as the final candidate, you agree to submit a motor vehicle report?

• Yes
• No

07

Rules of Conduct and Ethical Principles: By submitting this application, applicant acknowledges that the holding of State employment is a public trust and that State employees shall carry out their duties for the benefit of the people of the State of Colorado. § 24-18-103(1), C.R.S. Applicant warrants that they have read and understand the rules of conduct and the ethical principles for State employees as set forth in §§ 24-18-104, 24-18-105, 24-18-108, and 24-18-201, C.R.S. Here is the link for the Colorado Revised Statutes: https://leg.colorado.gov/agencies/office-legislative-legal-services/colorado-revised-statutes. Conflict of Interest: A conflict of interest occurs when an individual or organization has a conflict between competing interests. By submitting this application, applicant hereby discloses the following personal or professional interests, obligations, commitments, or relationships (either personal or professional) that could create the perception of conflicts of interest with their duties at Auraria Campus:

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