Design and Construction Project Manager, DGS

Do you enjoy leading teams in the planning and design of capital construction projects? If so, consider joining the Department of General Services (DGS) as a Design Project Manager. DGS Capital Programs provides expert project management and professional technical guidance to state agencies to delivery capital projects on time and within budget. In this role, you will work alongside project managers that promote a fun, creative, and open-minded environment focused on continuous improvement and maximizing value.

This position gives you the opportunity to manage a variety of renovations and new construction projects that support the commonwealth's capitol complex, universities, hospitals, museums, correctional institutions, national guard readiness centers, state police, as well as parks and forests throughout Pennsylvania. Bring your ambition to our department and make your career aspirations a reality!

As a Design Project Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a high performing team focused on creating an environment that promotes collaboration, team trust, a bias for action, and a shared ownership and understanding of the project purpose and values. Using the DGS project delivery system, you will lead multidisciplinary teams of design professionals, cost estimators, and commissioning agents to deliver capital construction projects on behalf of state agencies. Work involves collaboratively developing project charters and project development studies, establishing budgets, cost forecasting, creating and managing project schedules, monitoring performance, administering contracts, as well as managing the quality of design deliverables. DGS Capital Programs strives to be a trusted partner in business strategies for our client agencies, while ensuring superior customer service and satisfaction. Start a new chapter in your career with our team and become an essential part of our continued pursuit of excellence!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment. Worksite to be determined prior to final offer.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Work schedule start and end times are flexible and are established with the employee during the hiring process.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report in-office at minimum one day per month. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $82,621.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six years of professional building design, construction administration, or construction management experience for renovations and new construction for commercial, institutional, or educational buildings, and a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, construction science, or a closely related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• You must possess a valid license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, Professional Land Surveyor, or Professional Geologist by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a reciprocal jurisdiction; or possession of valid professional level certification issued by a nationally recognized and accredited professional certification program in Master Level of Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• You must possess an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

• You must demonstrate professionalism, the ability to communicate effectively, and interact and work well with others and in groups.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Licensed Architect or Engineer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a jurisdiction that would allow you to obtain licensure in PA.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience managing stakeholders.
• Experience and comfort with facilitating project meetings.
• Experience working with clients and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience using Project Management Information Systems (PMIS).
• Experience creating project schedules for the planning and design phases of building construction projects.
• Experience with cost estimating on building construction projects.
• Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks on building construction projects.
• Experience using the MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.