Capital Outlay Program Manager - PW042

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Richmond County, Virginia, VA

9d • $129,000 - $135,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of General Services (DGS), Division of Engineering & Buildings, is seeking a Capital Outlay Program Manager to coordinate operations supporting the Commonwealth’s Capital Outlay Program. Under the general supervision of the Director of Capital Outlay & Training Services, the position applies construction project management, procurement and contracts, and project-controls expertise to guide agencies across Virginia.

The role establishes policies and provides guidance on project budgets, procurement, and contracting methodologies; reviews procurement documents, contractual language, and project delivery methods; and coordinates project controls through the processing and quality review of Capital Outlay forms from project inception through completion. The position evaluates proposed construction budgets, reviews whether designs properly reflect program, scope, and functional requirements, prepares program reports, and tracks, forecasts, and reports on capital program status and future funding needs.

The position is located in Richmond, Virginia. A hybrid telework schedule of up to two days per week may be available after six months of satisfactory performance and completion of a Telework Agreement.

Requirements

• Significant experience in construction management and administration, including project budget controls and reporting.
• Knowledge and experience with construction contracting methodologies, including Design-Bid-Build, Construction Management at Risk, Design-Build, and A/E contracts.
• Significant experience drafting and reviewing construction contract language.
• Experience preparing and analyzing detailed construction cost estimates.
• Experience in building code analysis and building site and utilities layout, including building systems analysis and design and preparation of plans and specifications for varied facility types, sizes, and uses.
• Knowledge of the administrative aspects of building design and construction and the ability to understand and apply capital-project administrative requirements.
• Skill working with professional-level project management, finance, budgeting, and administrative staff in central government and at agencies.
• Skill providing training to agencies, including the Department of Planning & Budget, on electronic form-processing procedures.
• Ability to understand and administer Capital Outlay procedures and requirements described in the Construction & Professional Services Manual.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule assigned work to meet normal completion schedules and special deadlines established by the supervisor.
• Ability to review forms and documents for appropriate content, mathematical errors, and completeness.
• Strong computer skills, including word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software for producing documents, verifying and entering data, and compiling and printing reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not provided.
• Must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check and a DMV driving-records check.
• Must complete a Statement of Economic Interest before the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• ASPE Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or similar certification.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or similar certification.
• Experience in the Capital Outlay Construction procurement process.
• Experience with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Construction & Professional Services Manual.
• Experience with the Commonwealth’s Building Information Tracking System (BITS) application.

Responsibilities

• Set policies and provide guidance to agencies and institutions of higher education on project budgets, procurement, and contracting methodologies for projects of varied types and sizes.
• Review project procurement documents and contractual language for compliance with Commonwealth policies and best practices.
• Review project delivery methodologies to determine their suitability for project characteristics.
• Coordinate project controls by processing all Capital Outlay forms from project inception to completion, conducting quality-assurance reviews, and communicating with agencies, DPB, and DEB staff to ensure complete and accurate form data.
• Assess whether proposed construction budgets for buildings on state-owned property are reasonable and consistent with comparable regional and state projects.
• Ensure proper interpretation and application of program, scope, and functional requirements in project designs.
• Prepare reports supporting the Capital Outlay Program.
• Track, forecast, and report on the overall status of the Commonwealth’s capital programs and potential future capital funding needs.

Benefits

• 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.
• State retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings, including employer matching.
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed