PROJECT MANAGER

Job Requisition ID: 45476 
 Closing Date/Time: 03/26/2025​
Agency: Capital Development Board
Class Title: PROJECT MANAGER - 88015 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,339 monthly; Full Range $6,339- $9,178 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062/non-code

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number 45476

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

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

 

This position is responsible for successfully managing assigned Capital Development Board (CDB) projects from conception to close-out, within scope, budget, and schedule, and with minimal supervision. Discharges duties in accordance with the CDB Act (20 ILCS 3105), Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS500), and all other pertinent statutes, rules, policies, guidelines, and procedures.

 

Under general direction, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the development, analysis, and coordination of capital program activities; coordinating the preparation of project contract documents by consultants; coordinating document evaluation and review; managing design and construction by consultants and contractors; and reviewing cost estimates and other relevant documents. Serves on the mentoring team for Project Manager Trainees. Requires travel and occasional overnight stays.

Essential Functions

• Ensures that design criteria, project designs, project budgets, and project schedules are properly reviewed by CDB staff and consultants. 
• Oversees the development of project budgets to ensure that program requirements are met and resources are utilized cost effectively. 
• Attends field meetings, gives presentations, and conducts inspections of job sites to assess progress on assigned projects. 
• Participates in bid openings, reviews analysis of bids, and prepares Ready to Award documents. 
• Reviews Requests for Proposal & Change Orders (RFP/CO) to determine justification, accuracy, coordination, estimated cost, and impact on the project.
• Compiles data and prepares reports using various computer software. 
• Assists with training A/E, contractors, partners, stakeholders, and client agencies on CDB statutes, rules, policies, processes. and procedures. 
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties cited above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or a construction-related field, and six (6) years of construction ex