Non-Capital Construction Project Manager

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg is seeking a Non-Capital Construction Project Manager to oversee multiple non-capital projects valued up to $3 million. The successful candidate will manage project teams and ensure that design and construction align with university program goals. A master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Building Construction is required, along with excellent project management and communication skills. This is a full-time position with a salary of up to $95,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• A master's degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering, or Building Construction.
• Working knowledge of site/building design and construction processes including LEED and accessibility requirements.
• Ability to create and manage a team to meet project goals.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating the project team to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Ensuring design and construction maximizes university program goals.
• Managing assigned projects and coordinating project team involvement.
• Ensuring all applicable procedures and policies are adhered to for construction processes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Team building

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Records management skills

Customer service skills

Education

Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Building Construction

Tools

AutoDesk products

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to a Supervisory Project Manager of Non‑Capital Construction, the Non‑Capital Construction Project Manager will lead execution of multiple assigned non‑capital projects from conception to completion. Projects are valued up to $3 million, vary in difficulty and complexity, and utilize a variety of contracting methods.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating the project team (Architects/Engineers, consultants, contractors, stakeholders, etc.) and providing support to the Associate Director of Non‑Capital Construction to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Ensuring design and construction maximizes university program goals while conforming to the project's established criteria for scope, cost, schedule, and quality.
• Managing assigned projects and coordinating the involvement of all participants in the design, value engineering, document review, identifying term/on‑demand contractors, developing and gathering of bid documents, issuing projects for bid, managing the bidding process and reviewing/clarifying proposals with A/E's and contractors, construction, occupancy, closeout, warranty, and financial management processes.
• Ensuring all applicable procedures and policies are adhered to for all phases of the construction process of non‑capital construction projects.

Required Qualifications

• A master's degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering, or Building Construction; OR a combination of education, training, and work experience that equates to an advanced degree.
• Working knowledge of site/building design and construction processes including LEED and accessibility requirements.
• Excellent communication, team building, organizational negotiation, project management, and records management skills.
• Ability to create and manage a team to meet project goals.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret design/construction documents; ability to read/interpret construction schedules and have knowledge of building codes and construction means and methods.
• Must be detail oriented and computer proficient.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects, excellent organizational and delegation skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a diverse organization.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public procurement and administrative processes.
• Higher education facilities experience.
• Experience with project management software including AutoDesk products, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office.
• OSHA 30 Training.

Pay Band

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Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Up to $95,000; commensurate with experience

Hours per week

40

Review Date

May 27, 2026

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. This is a full-time, calendar year, restricted appointment which may be renewed annually. However, there is no presumption of renewal for this appointment. Continuation of this appointment, even during the initial year, is subject to the availability of funds, the need for services, and satisfactory performance. The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.