Public Facilities Project Leader: Construction & Design

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

Job summary

The Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) is seeking a Project Manager to oversee planning, design, and construction of public facilities across state agencies and higher education. You will supervise day-to-day site operations, manage budgets, schedules, and procurement, and coordinate with contractors and consultants to ensure safety, quality, and compliance.

This full-time role is based in Columbus, Ohio, with the primary location in Franklin County, and offers strong collaboration

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, design, and construction of assigned public facilities from initiation through completion
• Supervise day-to-day operations of construction sites to meet high-quality and ethical standards
• Estimate, negotiate project costs, and maintain schedule compliance and financial targets
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and procurement activities
• Review change orders and monitor progress with consultants and contractors

Skills

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Conflict Management

Managing Meetings

Education

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

Tools

Budgeting

Regulatory Compliance

Scheduling

Project Management

Board and Commission Compliance

Job description

The Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) is seeking a Project Manager to oversee planning, design, and construction of public facilities across state agencies and higher education. You will supervise day-to-day site operations, manage budgets, schedules, and procurement, and coordinate with contractors and consultants to ensure safety, quality, and compliance.

This full-time role is based in Columbus, Ohio, with the primary location in Franklin County, and offers strong collaboration