FPC Assistant Director

State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Division of Administration/Facility Planning and Control has a vacancy for an FPC Assistant Director. This job title has an assigned pay grade of TS-321. The Office of Facility Planning and Control is responsible for the administration of the state's capital outlay budget process, which includes the preparation of a preliminary state construction plan. This plan outlines state and local projects for possible funding using a mixture of state general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, state and federal cash, and often fees and self-generated funds. The proposed construction budget is contained in House Bill 2, which is introduced at regular legislative sessions and may be altered by lawmakers before becoming law. FPC also administers state and non-state projects that are ultimately funded and oversees contracts from planning through construction and project completion. The Division of Administration serves as the state government’s management arm and the hub of its financial operations, performing a wide variety of activities including overseeing the state’s capital construction program, working to provide state and federal grants for community development, developing the state budget, providing technology services, giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process, and administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from devastating hurricanes.

Requirements

Ten years of experience in project management, construction management, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, interior design, budget analysis or development, or contracts/grants management; OR
A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, public administration, or in a business administration field plus seven years of experience in project management, construction management, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, interior design, budget analysis or development, or contracts/grants management; OR
A bachelor's degree in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, or in an engineering field plus five years of professional architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, or interior design experience; OR
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, or interior design plus three years of experience as a licensed architect, landscape architect, engineer or interior designer.
Two years of the required experience must have been at the supervisory level or above.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in a qualifying educational field will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
Possession of either a Certified Construction Manager Certification (CCM) or Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
Applicants licensed to practice professional engineering or professional architecture in states other than Louisiana will be considered, but must obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

Manages architectural and engineering staff reviewing state-funded construction projects across various state agencies.
Administers engineering and architectural programs and provides technical assistance to leadership.
Handles funding allocations, cash flows, and project approvals (contracts, bids, change orders, etc.).
Represents the office in legal and legislative matters.
Develops and oversees policies and procedures for managing Capital Outlay projects statewide.
Guides staff in managing emergency and non-traditional construction projects post-disaster.
Ensures compliance with federal laws and guidelines (e.g., Davis-Bacon Act, HUD, FEMA).
Coordinates preliminary damage assessments and manages external consultants.
Coordinates with agencies on disaster response priorities (repairs, demolitions, replacements).
Communicates state recovery policies and ensures agency alignment during emergencies.
Interfaces with FEMA, HUD, and other federal entities during disasters.
Prepares project worksheets (PWs), audits, and ensures proper use and tracking of federal funds.
Drafts and implements disaster recovery rules and regulations.