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Corrections Construction Superintendent Senior (Project Manager Estimator): Central Administration #00455

Virginia.gov
L - P, Powhatan, Virginia, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Feb 2026
💰 $100,667/yr($61,382/yr$100,667/yr)

About the role

Title: Corrections Construction Superintendent Senior (Project Manager Estimator): Central Administration #00455

State Role Title: Trades Manager I

Hiring Range: $61,382 - $100,667

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This position is with the Department of Corrections’ Corrections Construction Unit, and the main administrative office is based in Powhatan, Virginia.

Actively participate in the productive, effective and cost-efficient delivery of programs and services which support and enhance field operations to achieve the goals, mission and vision of the Department.

Position serves as a Senior Construction Estimator and Project Manager for the Corrections Construction Unit. Construction Cost Estimators collect and analyze data for review and interpretation of professionally prepared plans, specifications and contract
documents and prepare highly detailed materials and labor takeoff providing cost estimates of construction in multiple construction trades disciplines. As a part of the project management team, the estimator assists in preparation of project work scopes and material bid packages and work in progress site visit review.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver’s License. Experience performing commercial construction project estimation. Skill in reading and interpreting commercial
construction drawings and specifications as prepared by a Professional Architect or Engineering firm in all CSI divisions, strong familiarity with drafting standards and
symbols. Skills in preparation of specification materials requisitions. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Programs. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with
minimal supervision. Ability to effectively communicate with others both verbally and in writing. Ability to travel alone to job sites to gather information on materials needed,
labor requirements, and other information as required.

Additional Considerations

Certifications in one or more of the following: VCCO, *Virginia Construction Contracting Officer, CPE, *Certified Professional Estimator, CCM *Certified Construction Manager, Official Land Disturber Certification.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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