Design and Construction Resources Bureau Chief (Public Service Manager 2)

Job Description

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

The Department of Administrative Services (DAS), General Services Enterprise (GSE) is seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to serve as the B ureau Chief of the Design and Construction Resources Bureau . This role is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with strong leadership, supervisory, and building code expertise to make a statewide impact by overseeing major construction initiatives.

As Bureau Chief , you will lead and manage a team of professionals r esponsible for delivering high-quality construction and design services for state agencies, both on and off the Capitol Complex. You will drive operational excellence, ensure compliance with industry best practices, and foster a collaborative, results-driven work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Supervise: Provide direct oversight and mentorship to a team, ensuring alignment with project goals and organizational priorities.
• Oversee Construction Projects: Manage large-scale, multi-agency construction and design initiatives, ensuring compliance with state and national building codes while upholding the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility.
• Strategic Leadership: Serve as a key member of the GSE Leadership Team, collaborating across business units to drive strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
• Performance and Talent Management: Develop team members through performance evaluations, coaching, and professional development while managing personnel matters, including hiring, disciplinary actions, and workforce planning.
• Innovation & Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics and emerging technologies to enhance construction project outcomes, improve efficiencies, and support informed decision-making.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Relations: Build and maintain effective partnerships with agencies, contractors, union representatives, and industry professionals to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with state objectives.
• Budget and Contract Oversight: Manage funding, contracts, and vendor agreements, ensuring compliance with financial and regulatory standards while optimizing resources.
  
  

The ideal candidate will have: 6 years of supervisory experience, leading teams in construction, engineering, or project management. A strong understanding of building codes, compliance, and construction best practices . Proven experience managing large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders. A results-driven mindset, with a passion for innovation, leadership, and operational efficiency.

If you are a seasoned construction leader looking for an opportunity to shape the future of state infrastructure while leading a highly skilled team, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

At the State of Iowa, we are committed to your well-being. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave with no limits on sick leave accrual.
• Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.
• Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
• Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
• Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
• Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.
  
  

To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit our benefits webpage.

Join us!

Join a team where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will directly influence the financial and operational success of Iowa’s state enterprises and agencies. DAS offers a collaborative and dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a difference in the public sector.

The State of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals, regardless of background, to apply.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and experience equal to six years of full-time management-level work in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.
• Ten years of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.
• All of the following (a and b):
• Six years of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; and
• A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.
• All of the following (a, b, and c):
• Four years of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; and
• A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and
• A combination of a total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Public Service Manager 1 or comparable specific management-level position.
  
  

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