ADMINISTRATOR OF CONSTRUCTION

Job Requisition ID: 52028
Closing Date: 12/30/2025
​Agency: Capital Development Board
Class Title: ADMINISTRATOR - 60170 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $12,500-$14,500 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: none/non-code
Merit Comp Code: none/non-code

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Capital Development Board must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

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No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

    
Subject to approval of the Deputy Director of Construction, this position provides strategic leadership and direction for the design and construction of capital improvement projects for the State of Illinois. The position focuses on policy, strategy and organizational management to ensure the Construction Unit delivers the state construction programs and projects in an efficient, effective and accountable manner. The core responsibilities include directs construction projects and design of Capital Development Board (CDB) capital improvement projects.

Essential Functions

• Administers and directs the overall design and construction of CDB capital improvement projects.
• Supervises a staff of Regional Managers in Region 1, 2, and 3 who oversees all Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and CDB Project Technicians. 
• Addresses complex or escalated issues with architects, engineers, contractors and client agencies that cannot be resolved at the Regional Manager level; may require in person meetings with some travel required.
• Researches and recommends project strategies, delivery methods and other contractual options.
• Provides reports, delivers presentations and represents CMS at executive meetings, legislative hearings and stakeholder events, in which travel may be required.
• Oversees and reviews Request for Proposal and Change Order (RFP/CO), Proceed Orders and Modifications for all construction projects under the jurisdiction of CDB to determine justification, accuracy, coordination and estimated cost and project impact.
• Coordinates with the Capital Programs Administrator, the Professional Services Administrator and other divisions to deliver timely and accurate construction expertise.
• Maintains harmonious working relationships with client agencies in conducting all aspects of project development and construction.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related degree.
• Requires ten (10) years' experience in construction management. 
• Requires two (2) years' experience supervising professional staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional licensure as an architect or engineer.
• Construction Management Certification.
• Prefers two (2) years' experience managing the expectations of stakeholders, including clients, construction industry professionals, government agencies and construction regulators.
• Prefers two (2) years' experience developing and delivering presentations, briefings, reports, training and updates to executive leadership and staff.