Senior Project Manager

• Agency NC State Highway Patrol Division NC State Highway Patrol Job Classification Title Maintenance/Construction Proj Mngr II (NS) Position Number 60087008 Grade NC20 About Us The North Carolina State Highway Patrols primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the states traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready should any act of terrorism occur. State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolinas motoring public. Description of Work Are you an accomplished project leader who thrives on turning complex initiatives into successful outcomes? The North Carolina Highway Patrol is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Key Responsibilities Responsible for establishing, monitoring, and managing scopes, costs, schedules, and contracts for capital improvement projects. Manage and monitor a wide spectrum of work to include repairs, renovation, and new construction projects. Manages a full design and construction process from implementation to close out with strong emphasis on maintaining project scope, budget, and schedule including cost estimating and Fiscal management of projects. Exercise a high level of independent decision-making affecting many service areas, departments/units, and long-term programs and projects. Responsible for ensuring efficient operations and adherence to policy and procedures as well as the coordination of resources. Position does not directly supervise employees, but while managing projects requires considerable knowledge of supervisory practices and skills of other professionals, including communication skills, delegation, managing expectations, dealing effectively with difficult employees and customers. Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. Recruitment Range: $70,478-$115,000 Annually To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. If you possess any of the following skills or qualifications, please include them in your application: Advanced knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of construction methodologies, of construction management, and engineering or architecture. Advanced knowledge of materials, soils, foundations, construction techniques, and project management, the installation, operation, and maintenance of building systems. Advanced knowledge of codes, laws and ordinances including the North Carolina State Construction Office Manual pertaining to the construction and renovation of buildings and facilities.
• Ability to perform the appropriate design and/or review the design of consultants, and to read and interpret all related plans and specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot building systems, estimate costs, to manage and inspect construction projects, and to technically direct others and to review and evaluate their work.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Position/Physical Requirements Typical work schedule: Monday – Friday:8:00am-5:00pm Note: Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass: Criminal Background Investigation Drug Screening Test This position is located at: 512 N. Salisbury Street Raleigh, NC 27610 Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in Facilities or Construction Management or related Engineering field from an appropriately accredited institution AND three (3) years of related experience in construction project management, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Engineering is the State Highway Patrol’s (SHP) capital program manager, and manager of physical plant operations. This physical plant constitutes approximate 175,000 square feet of building space largely situated in Raleigh, NC (100,000 SF) and other sites distributed across the State that includes co-located space with the NCDOT or leased space of 50,000 SF. Portfolio also includes critical VIPER communications sites. A full range of architectural, engineering and construction services is rendered to SHP. The mission of these services is to ensure that the Department’s physical plant is designed, constructed, operated, and maintained in an optimal and safe manner, while satisfying the needs of the end users. Engineering manages the design, construction, renovation and repairs, maintenance programming, real and leased property, and budgetary planning and management for these various functions. The NC State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. https://www.ncshp.gov The Mission of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol is to protect our State with integrity, loyalty, and professionalism. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol will excel as a national leader in public service through innovative law enforcement, strategic preparedness, and community engagement. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. NCSHP supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. Application Resources Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following:

Education

, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks. Be sure to complete the application in full . Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date. Degree/College Credit Verification Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. Veteran’s and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCSHP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, NCSHP will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. Employment Eligibility It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and NCSHP that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) before or on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). CONTACT INFORMATION: North State Highway Patrol 512 North Salisbury Street Raleigh, NC 27610 Email: HR-Workday-Recruitment-Employmentncshp.gov EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Angela Anita Avant-Jones Recruiter Email: ANGELA.AVANT-JONES@NCSHP.GOV