Senior Project Manager - Building Services

Albemarle County Public Schools

Charlottesville (VA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 95,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Wellness program

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Albemarle County Public Schools is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Building Services in Charlottesville, VA. The role may be filled as Senior Project Manager or Project Manager based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation includes competitive pay and benefits. The position requires managing complex school construction projects, coordinating design teams, and ensuring compliance with County policies and procurement processes.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a four-year degree in architecture, engineering or construction management and at least 7 years experience in building design and/or construction.
Must have strong knowledge of CPM scheduling and budgeting, with experience in MS Project and Excel.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple interrelated projects with design teams, stakeholders, and contractors.
Oversee day-to-day operations across project lifecycles and ensure schedule adherence.
Coordinate procurement and budgeting with the Purchasing Department and Finance.
Lead project meetings, prepare executive reports, and communicate with School Board and ARB as needed.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

CPM scheduling

Communication

Leadership

Education

Four-year degree in architecture, engineering or construction management

7 years of experience in building design/construction

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Building Services

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Job Details

Job ID: 5890554

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Senior Project Manager

Building Services

This position may be filled as a SeniorProject Manager or Project Manager depending on the selected candidate's experience, certifications, and demonstrated qualifications. Please see separate posting for Project Manager.

ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more! Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools .

General Definition of Work:

Performs complex skilled and technical work in support of Feasibility, Programming, Design, Construction & Close-Out phases as they relate to the engineering, planning, and construction of County-wide school projects; Projects will be of a commercial or institutional nature and varied in scope and size. Specific project types may include but are not necessarily limited to new construction, additions, renovations, MEP upgrades and replacements, civil improvements, etc.

Essential Functions

Performs program management responsibilities for multiple interrelated projects requiring public input, multiple design teams, multiple groups of project stakeholders, and multiple prime contractors;
Manages the day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of multiple and/or large-scale projects in varying phases of the project development lifecycle;
Adheres to and helps implement the School Board’s policies and regulations for Facilities Development.
Oversees project inspectors and/or administrators to ensure project administration requirements are timely and in accordance with established policies and procedures;
Reviews deliverables for projects and ensures that deliverables are staffed and reviewed by project stakeholders, as required;
Minimizes County exposure and risk across multiple projects by proactively managing projects and by using advanced knowledge of construction practices, policies and procedures, and contract law to appropriately shift and/or reduce identified risks;
Coordinates construction documents review and approval through County review processes to ensure timely design and overall project schedule success;
Coordinates the acquisition of easements and rights-of-way as required;
Schedules, supervise, and recommends action on value engineering studies, peer and constructability reviews, high-performance building scope development, third-party estimates, special inspections & materials testing, etc.;
Works with the Purchasing Department to facilitate the procurement of all project-related goods and services.
Manages financial data for multiple projects using Excel spreadsheets and/or project management software;
Reviews and approves appropriate percentages of completion for both design and construction in order to determine project payments;
Records invoices, change orders, potential change orders, and other specified and potential project budget impacts in order to provide real-time project budgeting and reconciles records with Finance to ensure projects are completed within budget;
Develops and refines budgets from authorizing documents with minimal top-level breakdown while relying on available departmental resources and significant construction-industry experience;
Analyzes, reviews, and prepares Change Orders for assigned projects;
Serves as the project team leader and facilitator for project meetings;
Ensures that meeting minutes are maintained throughout the project lifecycle to provide continuity and historical documentation;
Proactively confronts and resolves project issues openly, equitably, and quickly to prevent derailment and negative project impacts;
Timely and effectively communicates relevant project information to superiors and project stakeholders, as appropriate;
Tactfully communicates sensitive information in a timely manner to prevent harmful repercussions and embarrassment to project stakeholders or the County;
Serves as the project spokesperson on behalf of the County when assigned projects are presented to the School Board, the Architectural Review Board, and other agencies, as required;
Drafts Executive Board Reports for assigned projects requiring School Board decisions;
Provides input into the evaluation and design of projects as required to ensure projects remain within the scope and meet the County's best long-term interests;
Mentors subordinates to develop as leaders while clarifying roles and responsibilities;
Possesses the expert knowledge to identify opportunities for change and the ability to convey the need for change;
Builds expert knowledge in the construction industry and conveys knowledge to others;
Monitor and encourage safe job site working practices to help promote a safety-first culture;
Handles difficult personnel and team situations directly, using appropriate leadership techniques;
Evokes creative solutions and innovative thinking from project team members in an effort to solve project hurdles through all phases of project development;
Helps to determine new, creative ways to employ teams on projects and distribute responsibilities;
Works in conjunction with other County departments and subject matter experts, local jurisdictions, and utility organizations in an effort to proactively navigate regulatory and statutory requirements that could negatively impact project budgets and schedules;
Grows long-term relationships with project stakeholders to ensure that future County relationships are positively impacted;
Proactively leads project stakeholders such as the design team and contractor through internal and external bureaucratic requirements to ensure timely project completion;
Recognizes areas for internal improvement and develops plans for implementation;
Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of construction codes; knowledge of site plan and Architectural Review Board (ARB) preparation and approval processes; knowledge of design processes and techniques used by architectural and engineering firms; practical understanding of construction processes, methods, techniques, and issues; ability to select qualified design professionals; ability to manage construction to deliver the projects on budget, on time and within scope; ability to interface varied inspections (personal, construction manager, design professional, capital projects inspector, building code inspector, engineering, and zoning) to ensure the construction of the project per approved plans and specifications; knowledge of construction contract law; knowledge of critical path method (CPM) scheduling and software applications such as MS Project; knowledge of project budgeting and job costing; knowledge of MS Excel and project management software applications. Must have the ability and experience necessary to expedite complex projects. Must have the ability and experience to work independently and establish priorities with minimal guidance. Excellent communication skills to interface effectively with staff, consultants, contractors, and the public. Professional-level writing skills appropriate for correspondence, reports, action plans, and responses to various County sources, outside agencies, and the public.

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a four-year degree in architecture, engineering or construction management and at least 7 years experience in building design and/or construction including construction management. Experience with high-performance building design and/or construction is highly desirable. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Virginia Driver’s License is required. Possession of an OSHA-10 for Construction certification is required within six months of employment. Training will be provided if needed.

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work Contacts

Tasks involve frequent vehicle operation, extensive walking on construction sites over difficult terrain and steep slopes, and strenuous activities such as climbing over and around structures in various stages of construction. This occasionally involves lifting and carrying moderate weight (15-20 lbs.) objects and is required during adverse weather conditions. At all times, this requires consistent alertness to avoid potentially hazardous situations. Regular contact with the public, staff, construction personnel, county officials, and design professionals while using judgment, tact, and consistent interpretation skills.

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BB PG 20 FLSA Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $79,500 to $95,430 Per Year

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