Assistant Project Manager

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

NOVA, the Northern Virginia Community College in Fairfax, seeks an Assistant Project Manager for non-capital construction projects, overseeing development, design and construction phases, and supporting other Project Managers.

Responsibilities include preparing scopes of work, scheduling in Microsoft Project, managing permits, bid phases, and project documentation, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• General computer skills to include Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, Power Point).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently with an elevated level of responsibility and accountability.
• Strong time management skills are essential.
• Ability to work productively and communicate verbally and in writing appropriately with a wide variety of personnel and contractors.
• Willingness to learn the project development process, Microsoft Project, current codes, and environmental regulations.
• Understanding of construction and related engineering aspects.
• Understanding of basic Project Management principles
• Experience in working on projects.
• Experience in assisting Project Managers across multiple project phases.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers of non-capital projects from initiation through close-out
• Assist in the development of scopes of work based on client requests or based on solving building issues.
• Assist in the development of early schedules for all assigned projects in Microsoft Project, based on given scope and required delivery dates.
• Assists in the facilitation and monitoring of the permit approval process, ensuring that the required permits for assigned projects are obtained in a timely manner and according to project schedules.
• Assist in the management of the bid and contract phases, and assist in the evaluation of the bid results.
• Assist in the direction of the construction phase by frequently monitoring of project.
• Assist a Project Manager in their responsibility for project documents including requests for information, submittals, pay applications, compliance with codes and regulatory matters, change directives, or change orders.
• Assists a Project Manager to ensure quick close-out of projects including punch list completion, commissioning, training, as-built drawings and O&M Manual review.
• Assists a Project Manager in their responsibility for project safety and quality assurance.
• Maintains a project-sufficient knowledge of all College/ VCCS policies and procedures, adhering to State and local procurement regulations.
• Applies professional and technical skills and knowledge to direct design professionals through the planning process.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Oral communication

Written communication

Time management

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Role Title

Role Code

Role Code 19221-FP

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 04

Position Number

Position Number 280W0001

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Division NV280-VP Administration

Work Location

Work Location Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $25/hr

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Part-time- M-F; 29 hours per week

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

General Description:

This position will serve as Assistant Project Manager for multiple non-capital construction projects. This includes overseeing the development, design and construction phases of the small or simple projects. This also includes assisting fellow Project Managers in the development, design, and construction phases of the projects.

Duties and Tasks:

• Assist Project Managers of non-capital projects from initiation through close-out
• Assist in the development of scopes of work based on client requests or based on solving building issues.
• Assist in the development of early schedules for all assigned projects in Microsoft Project, based on given scope and required delivery dates.
• Assists in the facilitation and monitoring of the permit approval process, ensuring that the required permits for assigned projects are obtained in a timely manner and according to project schedules.
• Assist in the management of the bid and contract phases, and assist in the evaluation of the bid results.
• Assist in the direction of the construction phase by frequently monitoring of project.
• Assist a Project Manager in their responsibility for project documents including requests for information, submittals, pay applications, compliance with codes and regulatory matters, change directives, or change orders.
• Assists a Project Manager to ensure quick close-out of projects including punch list completion, commissioning, training, as-built drawings and O&M Manual review.
• Assists a Project Manager in their responsibility for project safety and quality assurance.
• Maintains a project-sufficient knowledge of all College/ VCCS policies and procedures, adhering to State and local procurement regulations.
• Applies professional and technical skills and knowledge to direct design professionals through the planning process.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSAs:

• General computer skills to include Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, Power Point).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently with an elevated level of responsibility and accountability.
• Strong time management skills are essential.
• Ability to work productively and communicate verbally and in writing appropriately with a wide variety of personnel and contractors.
• Willingness to learn the project development process, Microsoft Project, current codes, and environmental regulations.
• Understanding of construction and related engineering aspects.
• Understanding of basic Project Management principles
• Experience in working on projects.
• Experience in assisting Project Managers across multiple project phases.

Additional Considerations

• Experience with project development process.
• Experience with Bluebeer Revu
• Experience with current codes ( VUSBC ), and environmental regulations.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Maybe required to travel between campus.

Posting Number

Posting Number WGE_3398P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/26/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/08/2026

Agency Website

Agency Website www.nvcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College ( NOVA ) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA , we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA . To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College .

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu .

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.