Capital Planning & Design Manager
About The Position
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking a Capital Planning and Design Manager. The Capital Planning & Design Manager is a senior leadership position responsible for providing oversight, direction, and coordination for an integrated planning and design process for capital projects, land use, sustainability, and facility space planning consistent with the requirements of the Commonwealth's capital outlay process. This position manages the agency's construction and maintenance reserve programs, including planning, design, estimating, procurement, and construction activities. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition,â¯DMVâ¯serves many businesses, including dealers, fuel tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations.â¯DMVâ¯operates upon five fundamental core values: Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don't just talk about our core values. We live them!
Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of construction management, capital outlay processes, and facility planning principles and practices
- Knowledge of budget management, strategic planning, and personnel management principles applicable to complex programs
- Knowledge of architectural and engineering principles, building codes, construction standards, and professional engineering practices
- Advanced project management skills for complex, high-dollar capital projects with multiple stakeholders
- Skill in contract negotiation, administration, and dispute resolution involving sophisticated construction and design contracts
- Experience in leading and developing professional staff through subordinate supervisors and fostering high-performance teams
- Ability to make sound, timely decisions under pressure with significant financial and operational impact
Nice To Haves
- Considerable experience in construction management, capital project management, or facilities planning, including supervisory or management experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure highly preferred. Virginia Contracting Officer Certification (VCCO) preferred or ability to obtain within 12 months of appointment
- Thorough knowledge of Commonwealth procurement regulations, including the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), Construction and Professional Services Manual (CPSM), and Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM)
Responsibilities
- Conducting and coordinating comprehensive project documentation reviews, managing all phases of projects from planning through construction to ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, and professional standards, and providing technical assistance and coordination for all aspects of complex capital initiatives.
- The position determines and recommends acceptance or rejection of contractor work, coordinates regulatory and compliance authority reviews, determines required compliance actions, and ensures adherence to all applicable requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
