Assistant Director, Capital Programs Construction

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2023-69752 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM NOVEMBER 30, 2023 TO DECEMBER 4, 2023. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

Are you ready to be part of a billion-dollar construction portfolio? The Department of General Services (DGS) has an outstanding career opportunity for an energetic, experienced Assistant Director of Capital Programs - Construction! If you enjoy Commercial Construction and Renovation Projects, being involved in a supervisory capacity, and are detail oriented, then this job is for you! Apply today!
As a senior leader, the Assistant Director is a critical contributor to the success of the Bureau of Capital Projects Construction, Department of General Services. The Assistant Director is expected to plan, direct, and manage assigned operations in a manner that will meet the goals and objectives established by the Bureau Director. The Assistant Director provides day-to-day technical and administrative leadership and works with the Bureau Director to continuously improve the Department of General Services Bureau of Capital Programs Construction.
Construction portfolio consists of projects located within other Commonwealth Agency facilities such as Department of Corrections (Correctional Institutions), Department of Human Services (State Hospital and Center Facilities), Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (Universities), Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (Readiness Center and Veterans' Hospital), Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (Flood Control, State Parks), and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (Headquarter Building).
This is managerial work assisting in the direction of the Bureau of Capital Programs Construction in the Department of General Services (DGS).
The employee in this job serves as the Assistant Director of the Bureau of Capital Programs Construction and a principle advisor on capital-funded construction projects. Work involves managing, through Construction Regional Directors, DGS, statewide capital-funded construction projects on all phases of building construction and renovation with in-house staff and outside contractors and professionals. Work includes responsibility for managing the bureau's budget; policy and procedure development and implementation; and the on-going review, timely scheduling, and completion of commonwealth capital-funded building construction projects under DGS' jurisdiction. The employee in this job is also responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws, codes, and regulations; that timeframes are adhered to; issues are resolved; and adherence to project design specifications and budget. Supervision is exercised over Construction Regional Directors, and technical and administrative staff. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Capital Programs Construction. Work is reviewed for customer satisfaction and attainment of overall objectives through continuing evaluations of a performance matrix, program effectiveness, and results achieved.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Position is home-headquartered; daily travel is required.
• Salary:Starting salary is based on experience within the range described in this announcement.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Seven years of professional experience in the construction and renovation of a wide variety of large commercial or institutional buildings and related construction projects, including five years in a supervisory capacity; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training including five years in a supervisory capacity.

Necessary Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession and maintenance of a valid Class C non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C driver's license or equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing a project management staff focused on the construction of building renovations and new construction projects involving multi-prime contracts and CPM schedule.
• Experience participating in design review and constructability reviews of renovations and new construction.
• Experience in design build bid projects.
• Knowledge and experience using Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) such as e-Builder to manage building construction projects.
• Experience writing, generating correspondence to contractors, design professionals and/or clients regarding project issues, conditions, or potential action.
• Experience in contract interpretation, contract disputes, and the resulting resolution or settlement agreements.
• Vocational/Post High school education in an Architecture, Engineering, Construction or other related discipline.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Construction Management Software.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Employment Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time