Overview

The Department of Buildings and General Services is looking for a Buildings Project Manager to work in their Design and Construction Division, managing all phases of building construction projects of varying size and complexity including repairs, renovations, and new construction. The Buildings Project Manager is responsible for the management of all aspects of assigned projects, including project inception; testifying before legislative committees; hiring and oversight of outside consultant engineers and architects; bidding projects; construction oversight; stakeholder communication; and coordination with building tenants.

In addition to project management, this position will assist the Operations and Maintenance Division with smaller projects, which could include in-house design, and will assist the Design and Construction Program Chief with technical reviews, vendor evaluations, design guidelines, standard specifications, and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have experience associated with construction project management, capital improvement, maintenance, design, and/or construction oversight.

Candidates should have strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and to prioritize and maintain a diverse workload. Individuals with any construction project experience and a desire to focus on construction project management will be considered.

Duties are performed primarily in an office setting, with regular field visits to project sites, including operationally challenging facilities such as psychiatric care and correctional facilities, and the forensics and health laboratories. The Design and Construction Division has a telework policy that allows employees to work from a productive home office up to two days per week after completing one year of satisfactory service.

Who May Apply

This position, BGS Buildings Project Manager IV (Job Requisition #56004), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact James.Jorschick@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in office and field settings, including operationally challenging facilities such as psychiatric care and correctional facilities, or the forensics and health laboratories. Attendance at public meetings as a representative of the Department may be required. Some public speaking may be necessary. Private means of transportation must be available for required travel. Duties may not always adhere to a standard daily or weekly schedule. Some exposure to adverse climate conditions and adversarial opinions is predictable.

Minimum Qualifications

Registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field AND four (4) years or more of experience in engineering, architecture, construction management, or construction supervision on multi-disciplinary commercial or industrial projects.

Associates degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field AND six (6) years or more of experience in engineering, architecture, construction management, or construction supervision on multi-disciplinary commercial or industrial projects.

High school diploma or equivalent and ten (10) years or more of experience in engineering, architecture, construction management, or construction supervision on multi-disciplinary commercial or industrial projects INCLUDING at least one (1) year of or construction supervision on multi-disciplinary commercial or industrial projects.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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BGS Buildings Project Manager IV

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