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Montana State University

Project Manager

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $87K 💻 Project Management 🗓️ March 14th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring a Project Manager. This role involves managing University building projects by working closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to enforce contract requirements and ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and legal standards throughout design and construction phases.

Highlights
  • Manage scope, schedule, budget, and legal authority of multiple building projects from initiation through design, construction, and warranty phases.
  • Administer contracts between the University and consultants or contractors ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
  • Communicate with campus stakeholders and external partners, resolving conflicts to support University interests.
  • Review design documents, building codes, and construction standards for quality control throughout project phases.
  • Handle projects ranging from $150,000 to $50,000,000 in value.
  • Bachelor's degree required in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction Management plus relevant progressive project management experience.
  • Knowledge of construction methods, building codes, project scheduling, cost management, and contract administration necessary.
  • Preferred experience includes managing diverse construction projects autonomously and working in university or similar institutional environments.
  • Salary starts at a minimum of $87,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Employs in Campus Planning, Design & Construction department under University Services division with benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, tuition waiver, and leave accrual.