Construction Project Manager (Agency/Higher-Ed)

State-of-Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 61,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

Education and Development

Job summary

Ohio Facilities Construction Commission is seeking a Project Manager to oversee planning, design, and construction of assigned projects from initiation to completion. You will supervise site operations, estimate costs, and negotiate contracts while maintaining schedules and financial targets.

You will coordinate with state agencies, contractors, and design professionals to ensure compliance with procurement processes and client satisfaction, in a challenging public-sector environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 4+ years of experience in project management of facility construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Involved in planning, design, and construction of assigned projects from initiation through completion.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of construction sites to meet OFCC standards; supervise, estimate, and negotiate project costs.
• Maintain schedule compliance and financial targets; coordinate with contractors and suppliers; manage change, procurement, and client communications.

Skills

Project management

Education

Undergraduate degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field

Job description

Organization

Ohio Facilities Construction Commission

Work Location

30 West Spring Street
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
United States

Compensation

$44 - $55/hour *commensurate with experience

Schedule

Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours

8:30 AM - 5 PM

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill

Project Management

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 support the construction and renovation of public K-12 schools; and administers 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 of its various programs into a single entity.

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 the contractor's stored materials and retainage.
• Reviewing change orders and amendments to determine if a change is warranted, and the accuracy of proposed costs.
• Applying judgment on all design and construction-related problems and troubleshooting to expedite completion and closeout of projects.

Additional Information

OFCC is committed to providing access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any point during the interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties of the position applying for. You must clearly identify how you meet the minimum qualifications throughout your application and in your supplemental question responses.

Background check information: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position, unless restricted under state or federal law or federal restrictions. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test will not be offered.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

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.

Qualifications

Required:

• Undergraduate degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 4+ years of experience in project management of facility construction projects

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience managing complex capital construction projects with heightened safety, security, and compliance needs, such as patient care settings, secure treatment areas, and facilities requiring specialized materials and equipment. Experience in Behavioral Health, Corrections, Healthcare, or similarly regulated environments preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to make timely, well-reasoned decisions—especially in complex or high-stakes situations—balancing stakeholder needs, project constraints, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse partners, such as state agencies, design consultants, CMR teams, consultants, and internal OFCC groups, ensuring clarity, accountability, and alignment at every stage of the project. Also, the ability to foster a positive, solutions-focused environment that supports productive collaboration throughout design and construction.

ADA Statement

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.

Drug-Free Workplace

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.