Director of Construction Management and Capital Projects – City of Fayetteville, NC

Posted: 05-Aug-26

About the role

The City of Fayetteville, NC (pop. 208,675), seeks an experienced and collaborative professional to serve as its Director of Construction Management and Capital Projects. This position is responsible for the planning, coordination, and oversight of the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of City facilities. The Director will lead the implementation of complex capital projects and oversee the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with transparent reporting.

This role serves as the City’s representative for construction activities and works closely with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. The Director will help guide the City’s growing capital program by fostering strong project management practices, coordinating across departments, and ensuring taxpayer resources are used responsibly and effectively. The position works closely with City leadership, including the City Manager and City Council, to provide project updates, manage expectations, and maintain accountability throughout the life cycle of each project.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of City facilities.
• Lead the implementation of complex capital projects and manage the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with transparent reporting.
• Serve as the City’s representative for construction activities, working with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Foster strong project management practices and coordinate across departments.
• Provide project updates, manage expectations, and maintain accountability with City leadership, including the City Manager and City Council.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in construction management or capital projects.
• 4-year degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Strong leadership, project management expertise, and ability to build collaborative relationships.

About Fayetteville, NC

Fayetteville, NC, is one of the most family-friendly, patriotic, diverse, and strategically relevant communities in America. The city is a neighbor and partner to Fort Bragg, home of U.S. Army Airborne and Special Operations Forces. The installation hosts several major commands, including U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command, U.S. Army Reserve Command, U.S. Army Special Operations Command, XVIII Airborne Corps, and the 82nd Airborne Division.

Fayetteville serves 57,000 military personnel, 16,000 civilian and contracted employees, 80,000 military family members, and 97,000 military veterans and retirees, making it one of the largest military installations in the world. The city operates with an FY 2026 approved operating budget of over $315.2 million, a capital improvement plan of $94.1 million, and approximately 1,735 full-time positions.

Pay

$155,000 – $170,000 DOQ/E (Dependent on Qualifications/Experience)