Project Manager - Student Housing - Penn State

Join a reputable national contractor on high-profile Penn State housing project!

Competitive base salary, 100% paid healthcare & endless opportunities for growth

About Our Client

Our client is a construction management firm known for delivering large-scale commercial, residential, and institutional projects with a focus on quality, safety, and client collaboration. These projects typically range from $50M to $200M+. The company emphasizes a hands-on approach throughout all project phases, from pre-construction planning to final execution. Its reputation is built on strong relationships with developers, architects, and subcontractors, ensuring streamlined communication and timely delivery across a variety of complex builds. They are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager for a large-scale student housing project in State College, PA.

Job Description

The Project Manager - Student Housing - State College, PA will be responsible for:

Overseeing all phases of the construction project from pre-construction through closeout

Managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure on-time and on-budget completion

Coordinating with architects, engineers, and consultants during design and planning phases

Leading subcontractor selection, negotiation, and performance management

Conducting regular site visits to monitor progress, safety compliance, and quality standards

Facilitating communication between ownership, general contractors, and internal stakeholders

Identifying and resolving construction issues, conflicts, and change orders promptly

Ensuring adherence to local building codes, zoning regulations, and university requirements

Preparing and presenting progress reports, forecasts, and updates to senior leadership

Driving project team alignment and accountability through regular meetings and updates

Maintaining project documentation, including contracts, RFIs, submittals, and daily logs

Managing risk by anticipating potential delays or issues and developing mitigation strategies

Supporting occupancy planning and turnover to ensure timely and seamless student move-ins

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.

The Successful Applicant

The Project Manager - Student Housing - State College, PA will have:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

5-10 years of experience managing multifamily or student housing construction projects

Proven track record of delivering large-scale, ground-up developments on time and within budget

Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, and project cost controls

Familiarity with student housing standards, ADA compliance, and institutional requirements

Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, MS Project, or Primavera

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive team performance under tight deadlines

Strong understanding of contract negotiation, risk management, and permitting processes

OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training

Willingness to travel or relocate as required by project location

What's on Offer

The Project Manager - Student Housing - State College, PA will receive:

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

Bonus potential based on individual and project performance

100% paid healthcare premiums for employee & family medical insurance

Including additional benefits such as paid time off, retirement plan options, and professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance if necessary

Contact

Amethyst Murillo

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