Construction Project Manager

Who We Are:

The Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) oversees capital projects undertaken by state agencies and state-supported institutions of higher education; manages Ohio's school facility programs which provide support for the construction and renovation of public K-12 schools; and administers the funding for community-based cultural and sports facilities projects.

The Commission sets uniform rules, procedures, and standardized documents for state construction under Chapter 153.

The legislature established the Commission in 2012 with the merger of the Ohio School Facilities Commission (OSFC) and the former Office of State Architect. In 2013, the Commission undertook oversight of the cultural facilities grants program. In 2017, the legislature further folded all OSFC duties and responsibilities into the Commission, thereby consolidating guidance and oversight for its various programs into one entity.

In 2021, the Commission celebrated 100 years of public construction in the Buckeye State.

What We Do:

The Ohio Facilities Construction Commission oversees capital projects undertaken by state agencies and state-supported institutions of higher education; manages Ohio's school facility programs which provide support for the construction and renovation of public K-12 schools; and administers the funding for community-based cultural and sports facilities projects.

What You'll Do:

In the role of Project Manager, you will be involved in the planning, design, and construction of your assigned projects from initiation through completion. This includes overseeing the day-to-day operations of construction sites to meet OFCC's high quality and ethical standards; supervising, estimating, and negotiating project costs; maintaining schedule compliance and financial targets; working closely with contractors and subcontractors; coordinating scope change management, sourcing, and procurement; and prioritizing client communication and satisfaction.

• Project Managers are responsible for:
  • Managing the design and construction of public facilities throughout all phases of a project (procurement, design, construction, closeout) on behalf of State agencies, K-12 school districts, and institutions of higher education.
  • Planning, strategizing, and initiating projects with public owners to develop initial project scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Assisting owners in selecting appropriate project delivery method (ie: multiple prime, general contracting, construction manager at risk, design-build) for specific projects.
  • Developing requests for qualifications (RFQ) and requests for proposals (RFP), evaluating statements of qualifications, participating in interviews, and negotiating professional design services and construction guaranteed maximum price (GMP) proposals.
  • Providing oversight in public bidding and award of construction contracts.
  • Reviewing and recommending approval of fiscal drawdown schedules.
  • Managing performance and monitoring the progress of work by consultants/contractors for reviewing and approving monthly invoices.
  • Coordinating review and accounting of contractor’s stored materials and retainage.
  • Reviewing change orders and amendments to determine if change is warranted, and accuracy of proposed costs.
  • Applying judgment on all design and construction-related problems and troubleshoot to expedite completion and closeout of projects.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

OFCC values its internal diversity and pledges to cultivate an inclusive and engaging environment for all employees where differences are embraced and celebrated. The agency commits to building a workforce that champions the advancement of DEI principles and initiatives. The values on which these efforts are founded are respect, empathy, transparency, equality, and equal access.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance

Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.

Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave

11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth/Adoption leave

Maternity Benefits Available to Enrolled State Employees

The State of Ohio is expanding maternity health care benefits available to state employees enrolled in the Ohio Med PPO and Ohio Med NN (narrow network) medical plan options. Several prenatal, childbirth and post-childbirth services will be provided at no out-of-pocket cost to employees utilizing network providers.

Examples of services now covered by network providers at 100% include:

Prenatal care, including physician visits and examinations.

Home health care services are designated as maternity care (for expectant members on bed rest).

Inpatient claims for all types of delivery.

Inpatient NICU claims, from birth through discharge.

Postpartum care, including office visits for follow-up, and procedures/treatments directly related to maternity.

Medications prescribed for both antepartum and postpartum conditions (e.g., morning sickness, postpartum depression). Medical services provided by non-network providers will be processed at the applicable coinsurance, deductible, and out-of-pocket limits.

Prescription drugs that are directly related to maternity care will be covered with no copay. The State of Ohio has collaborated with the prescription drug third-party administrator (OptumRx) to provide a list of covered medications that can be approved for zero copays via prior authorization from providers.

Employee Development Funds

The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with Disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

• Completion of undergraduate core in architecture, engineering, construction management; 4 yrs. exp. in project management of facility construction projects; including 2 yrs. exp. in project management of governmental/public facilities construction projects; valid driver’s license.

• Or 6 yrs. exp. in project management of facility construction projects; including 2 yrs. exp. in management of governmental/public facility construction projects; valid driver’s license.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

OFCC is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any point during the interview process, please contact emily.curnutte@ofcc.ohio.gov.

If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by one of our HR Representatives. The interview format for this position will be a mix of in-person and virtual (video) interviews.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as workplaces free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. In accordance with State policy and Federal regulations, all employees and applicants are guaranteed a hiring process free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, parental status, disability status, age, and military/veteran status

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.