Construction Project Administrator 1

About the role

The Pennsylvania State Police is seeking a motivated Construction Project Administrator 1 who enjoys guiding important facility projects. This role supports the upkeep and improvement of buildings and grounds across department headquarters. You will help coordinate renovations, inspections, and maintenance activities that keep operations running smoothly. Join a team that values leadership, clear communication, and steady dedication.

Responsibilities

This position manages maintenance, construction, and leasing activities for department facilities. It ensures that buildings, projects, and repair work follow established standards and support agency operations. As a Construction Project Administrator 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Section Supervision: Manage maintenance and custodial supervisors, assign work, and review performance
• Project Coordination: Coordinate construction, renovation, and demolition projects with agency and contractor staff
• Lease Management: Evaluate leases, track costs, inspect sites, and prepare plans for office and storage space needs
• Facility Improvements: Review upgrade requests, recommend changes, and help implement approved improvements
• Site Inspections: Conduct inspections, attend meetings, and ensure projects meet safety and operational standards
• Technical Support: Provide guidance for leased facilities, prepare reports, and assist with managing asbestos materials

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Six years of experience in building construction administration, construction planning, or multi-trade building construction project management in commercial or industrial facilities; or Two years of experience in building construction administration, construction planning, or multi-trade building construction project management in commercial or industrial facilities; and a bachelor’s degree in construction technology, architecture, building science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, building automation systems, or a closely related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes two years of experience in building construction administration, construction planning, or multi-trade building construction project management in commercial or industrial facilities.

Special Requirement: This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license. Additional Requirement: You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required): Two years or more of AutoCAD experience. Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Schedule

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position requires travel to troop and station locations throughout the Commonwealth. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Pay

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $69,086.00 (before taxes).