Project Manager, Construction Services

Project Manager, Construction Services

This position will serve as Project Manager for multiple non-capital construction projects. This includes overseeing the development, design and construction phases of the projects. The position involves understanding of construction and related engineering aspects. This position is intended to provide key technical leadership for construction project management.

• Plan and manage non‑capital projects from initiation through close‑out.
• Develop scopes of work based on client requests or to solve building issues.
• Develop early schedules for all assigned projects in Microsoft Project, based on scope and required delivery dates.
• Facilitate and monitor permit approval processes, ensuring required permits are obtained on time and per project schedules.
• Manage bid and contract phases and evaluate bid results.
• Direct construction phase by frequent monitoring of the project.
• Oversee project documents including requests for information, submittals, pay applications, and compliance with codes and regulatory matters.
• Provide change directives or change orders as required.
• Ensure quick close‑out of projects, including punch list completion, commissioning, training, as‑built drawings, and O&M Manual review.
• Ensure project safety and quality assurance.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of all College/VCCS policies and procedures, adhering to state and local procurement regulations.
• Direct design professionals through the planning process, ensuring technical project requirements are met, including code compliance, energy efficiency, sustainability, adherence to NOVA Design Guidelines and Commonwealth of Virginia requirements.

• Extensive technical knowledge of entire project development process.
• Knowledge of current codes and environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of VUSBC and CPSM.
• General computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Access, Word, Power Point, and Microsoft Project.
• Ability to work independently with high level of responsibility and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects of varied size and complexity.
• Strong time management skills essential.
• Ability to work productively and communicate verbally and in writing appropriately with a wide variety of personnel and contractors.
• Proven management skills and ability to manage day‑to‑day operations.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.

• Experience working as a project manager, engineer, architect, or in related responsibilities.
• Experience with project management.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction documents including plans, specifications, and contracts.
• Experience working with project budget.
• Experience compiling, reviewing, and presenting reports.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Professional Engineer, Certified Construction Manager or Virginia Construction Contracting Officer (VCCO).
• Experience with facilities construction sites preferred.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Experience with computer aided design.
• Experience with Commonwealth of Virginia construction requirements.
• Experience with Virginia Community College System construction requirements.
• OSHA 30 certification.

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The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: /

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