Capital Outlay Project Manager

Title: Capital Outlay Project Manager

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $80,848 - $131,378

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Hospital Building

Agency Website: https://www.virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

What drives you?  Whether it's knowing the work you do makes a difference, having great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation, championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to your professional development...At the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), we have something for YOU!   

VDOT’s Central Office Capital Outlay and Facilities Management Division, located in downtown Richmond, represents a collection of professionals who plan, develop, deliver, and maintain VDOT's building program for on-time and on-budget performance. This includes the assessment and prioritization of VDOT facility needs statewide as part of the agency Long-Range Facilities Plan.

Core Responsibilities for this position include managing administrative, budgeting, scheduling, operational and programming activities of VDOT's Capital Outlay Program. Managing the administrative aspects of design, preparation of bid documents, construction and project close-out for VDOT's Capital Outlay Program.

Position specific requirements will include, but are not limited to:

• Skill in the use of computers and web based applications including AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of architecture and civil engineering principles and practices related to building construction.
• Ability to manage and administer the design and construction of building facilities.
• Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia Construction and Professional Services Manual, Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and other codes used in building design and construction.
• Ability to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings and recommendations.
• Ability to analyze technical problems and make necessary corrections as well as provide technical guidance to others.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and practices related to capital outlay management.
• Ability to plan and direct major construction projects.
• Skill in analyzing how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

VDOT employees serve the citizens of the Commonwealth and traveling public daily through our mission to plan, deliver, operate and maintain a transportation system that is safe, moves people and goods, enhances the economy, and improves quality of life. VDOT is the third largest state maintained highway system in the country, maintaining over 58,000 miles of roads, bridges, and tunnels, and employing over 7700 people through a diverse workforce. Our culture includes teamwork, transparency, nimble learning, creativity and collaboration that values differences.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state-funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching

We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics. Your success in our organization depends upon modelling these values, therefore visit http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with customers.
• Skill in the use of computers and web based applications including AutoCAD.
• Skill in identifying complex problems, reviewing related information to develop, evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia Construction and Professional Services Manual, Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and other codes used in the building design and construction.
• Progressively responsible experience managing, administering the design and construction of building facilities.
• Ability to gather, interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings and recommendations.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and practices related to capital outlay management.
• Ability to analyze technical problems and make necessary corrections as well as provide technical guidance to others.
• Ability to plan and direct major construction projects.

Additional Considerations

• AutoCAD computer software experience.
• Valid Architect License.
• A combination of training, experience, or education in Architecture or related field desired.
• Experience managing administration of capital outlay programs.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position requires a fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check, DMV Record Check and Work History Verification with references.

VDOT is an emergency operation agency. Positions physically working within Central Office locations may be designated upon request and coordination among the respective District Engineer or Administrator and Chief. Assignments are updated annually. Not all designated employees are provided an emergency operations assignment.

Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth telework policy.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp

Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment.

VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

Contact Information

Name: Shannon Robinson

Email: Shannon.Robinson@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

VDOT is an emergency operation agency. Positions physically working within Central Office locations may be designated upon request and coordination among the respective District Engineer or Administrator and Chief. Assignments are updated annually. Not all designated employees are provided an emergency operations assignment.

Salary : $80,848 - $131,378