Summary
The Capital Project Manager position is located in the Capital Projects and Facilities Management Division of the District of Columbia Courts. The incumbent will primarily be responsible for the management of capital projects for the D.C. Courts and may also be assigned project management responsibility for non-capital projects.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
United States Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States.
Duties
Brief Description of Duties
- Reviews and evaluates design drawings, project submittals, samples, and technical plans submitted by various contractors. Ensures that the services provided by contractors are in compliance with contract documents, policies and procedures of the District of Columbia Courts
- Conducts periodic site visits as required to ensure contract compliance
- Ensures quality inspection services are being performed on projects in compliance with the established processes and procedures of the Capital Projects and Facilities Management Division (CPFMD)
- Reviews correspondence relative to contract administration such as responses or directives to the contractor, memoranda to the Court, memoranda for files, final acceptance records for documentation purposes, transmittals. Reviews and edits all work for accuracy and completeness, formulates special reports, and prepares analytical reports as requested by senior court leadership
- Participates in various meetings and working group on projects, programs, and enterprise-wide initiatives
- Collaborates and communicates proactively with stakeholders and Courts leadership on current or future project initiatives.
- Assures that adequate funds are available for proposed contract changes and provides supporting documentation as necessary to secure additional funds for this purpose
- Responsible for the overall project and business management of complex building projects through the initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closeout phases. Manages the planning, organizing, controlling, coordinating and reviewing designs, construction, and related work performed by contractors.
- Initiates funding requests for assigned contracts, as well as for the review and approval of invoices
- Manages and ensures capital projects are adhering to DC Courts Procurement guidelines, policies, procedures, as well as applicable Federal requirements associated with the obligation and expenditure of Federal appropriations for each project
- Assists in the review and development of program-wide standard operating procedures (SOPs), processes, work instructions, solicitations, and governance documents in the support of all program-wide construction efforts
- Serves on Source Selection Evaluation Boards during the procurement process for the review of technical project and vendor support contract proposals
- Serves on interview panels for the selection of both Court employees, as well as for panels that determine contractor technical support roles
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- A probationary period of one (1) year must be successfully completed.
- Background and security investigation are required.
To qualify for this position, you must submit the following:
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or degree)
All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: A High School diploma and a minimum of nine (9) years of experience in construction projects. Must have experience working on projects that include oversight over projects located in secured facilities.
PMP and/or CCM certification preferred. Experience working on both Design Build and Design Bid Build projects are also preferred.
Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted.
The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency.
Education
To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking.
Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
This is not a federal position.
The District of Columbia Courts is an independent branch of the District of Columbia Government and is not under the authority of the City Mayor or the D. C. Council. DC Courts' appropriation comes directly from Congress. All DC Courts non-judicial employees receive federal benefits for the following programs: Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Health Insurance and Workers Compensation.
Please click on the following for more information about these benefits:
http://www.opm.gov/Insure/health/enrollment/new_employees.asp
The DC Courts leave policy is as follows:
Annual Leave: New full-time employees earn four (4) hours of annual leave biweekly. After three years of service this increases to six (6)hours biweekly, and at 15 years it increases to eight(8)hours biweekly. Most military, federal and District of Columbia government service counts toward the time required to go into the next higher annual leave category. Employees can carry over no more than 240 hours of annual leave into the next leave year.
Sick Leave is used for personal medical needs, care of a family member, or adoption related purposes. Full-time employees earn four(4)hours of sick leave biweekly. This leave can be accrued without limit.
In addition to the federal health plans, the DC Courts offer employees supplemental vision and dental plans as well as a commuter transit benefit subsidy, for a maximum of $150 a month. There are 26 pay periods in the year.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure that you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume.
Your resume must reflect the relevant experience and that you meet the minimum qualifications or your application will not be considered. You may preview questions for this vacancy.
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or diploma)
4. List of three (3) professional references
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Next steps
Once your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome.
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