Construction Project Managers - EF001, ET021

Are you an experienced project manager with expertise in construction, building systems, and facilities management?

Are you interested in a fulfilling career with the Commonwealth?

Come join DGS as a Construction Project Manager!

Title: Construction Project Manager - EF001, ET021

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer I

Hiring Range: $90,000 - $110,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)

Location: Richmond, VA 

Agency Website: www.dgs.virginia.gov 

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

The DGS Division of Capital Square Services (DCSS) is looking for two experienced project managers to join our team as Construction Project Managers.

DCSS's mission is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and timely services that enable state agencies to conduct business efficiently in a safe and healthful environment. The Construction Project Manager is responsible for the planning, budgeting, design, and construction of facilities, maintenance, renovation, and small construction projects at the Capitol Square Complex, including reviewing full sets of building plans for code compliance, feasibility, and other important information. They will further ensure that the projects are managed within the applicable guidelines established by DGS policies and procedures in order for annual permits to be reviewed and approved. Understanding and expertise with all aspects of building plans (plans for architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, etc.) will be paramount to this process.

Job duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Ensure that projects are planned, designed, constructed and managed according to the policies and procedures of the Construction & Professional Services Manual (CPSM).
• Execute all necessary forms in order to gain project authorization, appropriations, and contracts for construction projects, using knowledge of quantitative cost estimating to budget the work.
• Work with the DGS Office of Procurement Services to obtain professional consulting services, non-professional services and construction services required for projects.
• Develop schedules for the planning, design, and construction of all projects and construction programs, whether large or small in scale.
• Prepare budgets for projects utilizing the resources of contract consultants and/or DEB Cost Reviewers. Budgets should be submitted in the format designated by DPB or other such designated format.
• Manage budgets throughout the course of projects and maintain records of expenses to assure expenditures are within budget limitations.
• Maintain thorough project files, especially those required to mitigate and dispute claims.
• Create reports, communications to contractors, weekly progress updates for the Division Director, and monthly project reviews for the Division Director and the Agency Director.

We’ve got great benefits! 

DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Additionally, supplemental bus passes, ride share, or parking are available and DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Virginia driver’s license (or able to obtain VA license within 60 days of employment).
• Extensive full-cycle project management experience.
• Extensive experience reviewing, interpreting, and evaluating full sets of building plans and specifications, including experience evaluating building code compliance.
• Extensive working knowledge and experience in construction and building systems.
• Extensive working knowledge and experience in facilities management.
• Demonstrated ability to draft clear, concise reports and communicate effectively orally and via clear