PROJECT MANAGER (FACILITY DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION)

About the role

Project Manager in the Facility Design and Construction Branch. Performs project management activities associated with Design and Procurement, Construction, Closeout, and Post‑Project Review phases of the NEXCOM Capital Improvement Program. Coordinates work on assigned projects through all phases of the capital project process and prepares scopes of work, design standards, schematic drawings, and fixture plans. Manages project design and construction scope, schedules, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develops and/or reviews designs and estimated costs for construction of new buildings and major renovations of Navy Exchanges, Minimarts, Warehouses, and Navy Lodges worldwide.
• Assists in selecting architectural and engineering (AE) firms, prepares plans and specifications, and oversees inspection and acceptance of construction sites.
• Develops budget costs for new projects from preliminary plans and functional requirements originating from Navy Exchanges system‑wide.
• Prepares scope of project written descriptions and schematic drawings that form the basis for advertisement and selection of AE firms and in‑house construction crews.
• Tracks forecasts and controls funding throughout the complete design and construction cycle; ensures total project expenditures remain within approved limits.
• Reviews and approves change orders in accordance with established guidance.
• Attends NAVFAC‑ENGOM panel meetings for slating and selecting qualified AE firms; participates in interviewing, technical evaluation review boards, and source selection boards.
• Represents NEXCOM in pre‑negotiation, pre‑design, and coordination meetings with selected AE firms and field activities, providing instruction on design and construction procedures and requirements.
• Answers technical architectural and engineering questions, resolves scheduling and siting issues, and coordinates with NAVFAC and other Navy commands.
• Acts as the primary point of contact and project representative with outside agencies such as NAVFAC, PWD, and local entities during design and construction phases.
• Continuously reviews design submittals from contracted architects and engineers for functional, technical, aesthetic adequacy, and cost estimates; advises on corrective actions until final approval.
• Approves drafts of purchase orders and construction change orders for signature by the appropriate contracting officer to maintain control over non‑appropriated project funds.
• Reviews bids for responsiveness, performs evaluations, and makes recommendations concerning award of contracts and bid items.
• Monitors construction progress through the executive agent to avoid schedule and budget slippages; coordinates revised completion plans when slippage occurs.
• Develops prototype designs, fixture plates, and technical manuals relating to standards, criteria, and construction specifications for system‑wide Exchange facilities.
• Prepares guide specifications for frequently occurring work, problem areas, and new materials lacking existing specifications.
• Maintains expert knowledge of AutoCAD Architectural Desktop and/or Revit, and develops/monitors project schedules using Microsoft Project or similar tools.
• Travels extensively (approximately 15 % of job responsibility) to resolve onsite problems and perform field inspections of facilities scheduled for renovation.
• Attends professional conventions, seminars, and trade shows to stay current on products, techniques, and best practices in design, construction, and project management.
• Works under general supervision of the Branch Manager, exercising considerable judgment in interpreting NEXCOM policy and technical practices; decisions may have significant financial impact.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in architecture accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), or a Bachelor’s degree in engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), or a degree in architecture, engineering, or a related field that includes at least 60 semester hours of coursework in architecture, engineering, or related disciplines (e.g., architectural/engineering design, structural technology, properties of materials, methods of construction, construction cost estimating, surveying, and construction management).

Specialized Experience: Four years of responsible experience demonstrating knowledge of all architectural/engineering aspects of construction/renovation projects, including coordinating and developing building design specifications and cost estimating. Experience may include assessing facility conditions, defining customer needs, visioning scopes of work, translating visions into requirements packages, producing construction drawings, reviewing multidisciplinary work, executing design and construction, providing analysis of alternatives, cost‑estimates, value‑engineering analysis, and tracking/forecasting cost and schedule progress. Experience that resulted in professional registration as an architect or engineer, or a widely recognized project‑management‑related certification, is also acceptable.

This is a Salary Code progression position; candidates may be selected at any level based on experience and may progress non‑competitively to a higher level upon successful completion of qualification requirements.

Location

United States – Virginia – Virginia Beach

Schedule

Full‑Time (35+ hours per week)