Project Manager 1 - PN 20063171 - Ohio Adjutant General (Civil Service)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager manages the full life cycle of capital improvement projects, from inception through warranty management, ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations. The role works within project delivery methods and oversees the acquisition of qualified architects, engineers, and contractors, public bidding, and contract awards. Responsibilities also include negotiating fees, managing contractor performance, reviewing invoices, and resolving design and construction issues throughout each project phase. As the central point of contact, the Project Manager represents agency projects to the public, other state agencies, the Federal Government, and the legislature.

The position manages assigned projects end to end, develops plans defining scope and deliverables, oversees daily operations, and manages budgets and schedules in collaboration with the Project Controller. It provides direction to the project team, communicates with stakeholders, identifies and mitigates risks with support from the DPM Management Team, resolves emergent issues, and works with the QC Manager to ensure quality standards. Administrative tasks are delegated to the Construction Administrator.

This is a permanent, full-time classified position with the Ohio Adjutant General’s Department in Columbus, Ohio. The posted schedule is 0700–1600. The starting rate is $44.38 per hour, with the current range extending to $63.41 per hour. The selected candidate must complete a National Agency Check Investigation (NACI) and obtain and maintain credentials and security requirements applicable to the position.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in project management, including management and development of project or program requirements, design, development, testing or piloting, training, and full-scale implementation; experience must be commensurate with the project, program, or position.
• Twelve months of experience in budgeting and calculating cost projections for programs or projects.
• Alternatively, successful completion of two years of post-secondary education majoring in business administration, public administration, computer science or information technology, social science, or health, with the major commensurate with the assigned project, plus 12 months of experience in budgeting and calculating cost projections for programs or projects.
• An equivalent combination meeting the stated minimum class qualifications may be considered.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all credentials and security requirements required for the position, which may include a valid driver’s license, Common Access Card, favorable background check, and/or security clearance.
• Must successfully complete a National Agency Check Investigation (NACI) to secure employment.
• Applicants must submit a complete application through the State of Ohio careers site and describe how their education and/or work experience meets the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned capital improvement projects through the full project life cycle, from inception through warranty management.
• Ensure projects comply with State and Federal regulations.
• Develop comprehensive plans defining project scope and deliverables.
• Oversee daily project operations and manage project execution.
• Oversee the acquisition of qualified architects, engineers, and contractors, as well as public bidding and contract awards.
• Negotiate fees, manage contractor performance, review invoices, and resolve design and construction issues.
• Manage project budgets and schedules in collaboration with the Project Controller.
• Provide strategic direction to the project team and maintain clear communication with stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks with support from the DPM Management Team.
• Resolve emergent issues and work with the QC Manager and quality management system to ensure deliverables meet standards.
• Delegate administrative tasks to the Construction Administrator.
• Represent agency projects to the public, other state agencies, the Federal Government, and the legislature.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

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