Capital Projects Manager

Location: Chesterfield, VA

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay

$80,274.00 - $122,418.00 Annually

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Description

Under limited supervision, performs work of considerable complexity in managing various phases of construction, renovation, system replacements, and upgrades from conceptual initiation through construction occupancy and warranty.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, procures, and constructs projects ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, regulations, codes, county standards, stakeholder needs, budgets, scope, schedules, and other requirements.
• Coordinates with county staff, contractors, consultants, vendors, and regulatory agencies for review and approval of plans, drawings, permit applications, and regulatory reviews.
• Reviews drawings and specifications.
• Develops and monitors project budgets; manages and approves contractor payments and change orders.
• Conducts and documents regular meetings with contractors, engineers, and consultants.
• Develops drawings and specifications for small renovations, system replacements, and upgrades.
• Participates in interviews and negotiates contracts.
• Serves as contact for contractors, consultants, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to resolve project issues.
• Prepares various project status reports.
• Provides non-supervisory work direction to County field coordination staff.
• Performs other work as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, construction administration, or a related field; minimum five years of experience (seven years preferred) in managing large and complex design and construction projects.
• Candidates with an equivalent combination of training and practical experience are encouraged to apply.
• Registration/certification (RA, PE, PM) desirable but not mandatory.
• Considerable knowledge of financial management of capital projects, including new construction, renovations, system replacements, and upgrades.
• Knowledge of construction methods and materials; local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, regulations, and codes related to design, construction, and renovation of buildings/facilities.
• Ability to create basic architectural drawings and specifications for minor renovation projects (desirable but not mandatory).
• Ability to read and interpret complex plans and specifications; administer contracts; analyze and evaluate complex issues; make sound judgments; propose viable solutions; and establish priorities.
• Energetic, self-driven, and able to work independently under limited supervision; ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects; good time management skills.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and standard office equipment; proficiency in AutoCAD or Bluebeam preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview, reflecting at least three years of history and dated within thirty days of interview date.
• Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required.
• This position is subject to working in high-security areas governed by the US Department of Justice’s “Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy” and requires successfully passing a stringent criminal background check.
• Must maintain personal mobile technology as a condition of employment.

Benefits

This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.