Capital Outlay Program Manager - PW042

DHRM•Richmond, VA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of General Services (DGS), Division of Engineering & Buildings, is hiring 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 contract, and project-controls expertise to guide state agencies and institutions of higher education across Virginia. The Division of Engineering & Buildings serves as the State Building Official and supports the safety and welfare of occupants of buildings on state-owned property. Its work includes developing construction and professional-services procurement policies and building-design guidelines; promulgating accessibility standards; reviewing project documents and conducting construction inspections; providing technical assistance to agencies; and supporting statewide capital planning, funding, and cost-estimating activities. The Program Manager advises agencies on project budgets, procurement, contracting, and project-delivery methods; reviews procurement documents and contract language; and coordinates Capital Outlay forms and related project controls from project inception through completion. The role also evaluates proposed construction budgets and design compliance with program, scope, and functional requirements, prepares reports, and tracks, forecasts, and reports on the status and future funding needs of the Commonwealth’s capital programs. 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. The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check and a DMV driving-records check, and complete a Statement of Economic Interest before the first day of employment. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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 with building-code analysis; building-site and utilities layout; building-systems analysis and design; and preparing plans and specifications for facilities of varied 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 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 workload to meet normal schedules and special deadlines established by a supervisor.
Ability to review forms and documents for content, mathematical errors, and completeness.
Strong computer skills, including word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software for preparing documents, checking 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 with 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 state agencies and institutions of higher education on project budgets, procurement, and contracting methodologies.
Review project procurement documents and contract language for compliance with Commonwealth policies and best practices.
Review project-delivery methodologies and determine their suitability for project characteristics.
Coordinate project controls by processing Capital Outlay forms from project inception through completion, performing quality-assurance reviews, and communicating with agencies, the Department of Planning & Budget, and other Division of Engineering & Buildings staff.
Evaluate proposed construction budgets for buildings on state-owned property for reasonableness and consistency with comparable regional and state projects.
Ensure the 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 capital programs and potential future capital-funding needs.

Benefits

Affordable health benefits.
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.
Hybrid telework eligibility of up to two days per week after six months of satisfactory performance and completion of a Telework Agreement.