03979 - Capital Outlay Prog Mgr

Virginia Department of Transportation • Richmond, VA

13h

About The Position

Provide oversight and leadership for Capital Outlay Project Managers and ensure administrative and technical efficiency and effectiveness. Supervise Capital Outlay Project Managers and ensure the division goals and objectives are accomplished while implementing Project Management best practices. Management best practices.

Requirements

• Ability to analyze technical problems while providing others with technical guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally an in writing with diverse audiences and to make presentations and conduct meetings.
• Ability to plan and direct major construction projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations relating to asbestos.
• Knowledge of building permit policies for construction of state owned buildings and structures.
• Knowledge of procurement procedures, general terms and conditions for professional services contracts as applied to the Commonwealth of Virginia 'Construction and Professional Service Manual.
• Managerial experience applying general management principles, practices to include human resource management, strategic planning and customer satisfaction through continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Architecture, Engineering or related field desired.
• Experience implementing organizational change.
• Experience managing a team of professionals.
• Experience managing construction projects from inception to completion.
• Experience with project controls and tracking projects.
• Progressively responsible experience in building design and construction.
• Virginia Construction Contracting Officer (VCCO) Certification.
• Ability to affect change in an organization and establish best practice work processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences and to make presentations and prepare reports.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with multiple groups and stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal laws, policies, regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to mentor and coach a project management staff
• Ability to supervise and manage a large diverse staff of professionals.
• Knowledge of Construction and Professional Services Manual.
• Knowledge of DEB policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Project Management Institute guidelines and best practices.
• Knowledge of Virginai Statewide Buildng Code.
• Knowledge of best principles and practices of building construction.

Responsibilities

• Contracts and Compliance: Manage the Consultant Program for Statewide Capital Outlay Projects appropriated in the Capital Budget. Provide assistance to other divisions for building related A/E services upon request. Provide assistance to the Procurement Office in the management, preparation and distribution of the Bid Documents for all building construction projects. Assure Architect/Engineer contracts issued are in accordance with CPSM and Department policy. Assist in the preparation and advertisement of all Building Projects in compliance with the Central Office Check List.
• Leadership: Lead, Manage and Perform Administrative responsibilities of the statewide building projects including project assignments, project data updates, training, coaching and mentoring the staff. Streamline project delivery and assure adherence to schedule, budget and quality control standards. Provide technical guidance and direction to project managers regarding standards, procedures, and practices. Ensure information on project status is timely and accurate. Implement project controls best practices for scheduling, cost tracking, change management and risk identification. Bring consistency to project delivery.
• Liaison: Coordinate assigned functions with VDOT districts, other state agencies, federal government, Project Managers and BCOM policies and procedures. Ensure PMs achieve targeted project and program goals, objectives and deadlines.
• Quality: Ensure that Architecture and Engineering firms and contractors are delivering quality and value to VDOT. Oversee work practices and deliverables and develop control methods to ensure all quality metrics are met. Ensure metrics are reported in and accurate and timely fashion.
• Schedule Lead: Ensure that MS Project is implemented consistently and accurately amongst the PM team.
• Technical Guidance: Ensure projects are being delivered as effectively as possible and according to best practices. Assist PMs in assessing, diagnosing and resolving project risks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees