Project Manager

Posting Details

Job Title Project Manager

Department FM WEBB CENTER

Position Number GP027A

Location Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

Plans and manages assigned renovation, remodeling, maintenance reserve and other non-capital projects through design and non-capital construction. Evaluates design and non-capital construction issues affecting buildings and utility systems, recommends technical solutions within assigned authority, and contributes to University design standards. Performs facility condition assessments, monitoring and other general engineering services within the scope of the position. Reports to work as directed during scheduled and emergency closings.

Position Type FullTime

Type of Recruitment General Public

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of operations and maintenance of institutional facilities including building and utility systems. Considerable understanding of design criteria and building codes. Considerable knowledge of facility design and design process, cost estimating, building codes, construction documents, construction materials and methods. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Effective negotiation skills. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and MS Project. Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of multiple design and construction projects. Well-developed capacity for analysis and evaluation of complex design, construction and code issues. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate graphically and verbally with designers, engineers, contractors and shop mechanics and electricians. Demonstrated ability to manage numerous construction projects. Demonstrated ability to work well with others and project a professional image at all times.

An advanced degree relevant to the assigned construction project management work, or a documented combination of specialized training and work experience equivalent to that level of preparation.

Considerable experience in architecture, engineering, construction management or a related discipline. Considerable experience in management of complex construction projects from design through delivery, including construction schedule and critical path analysis. Considerable experience in administration of construction budgets and experience in negotiation of construction change orders. Considerable experience in dealing with practitioners of major design disciplines.

Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Virginia Professional Engineer (PE) licensure and Project Management Professional ( PMP ) certification are preferred.

Some experience in managing complex design and construction projects. Some experience working in scheduling software such as Primavera, SureTrack or MS Project. Some experience working in web-based project management software such as eBuilder, Monday.com, PCS or CoConstruct. Completion of a 40-hour OSHA training course. Some experience interacting with code officials in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Working proficiency in a range of Microsoft Office products including PowerPoint and Project. Professional registration and/or Certified Energy Manager.

Conditions of Employment

This position is designated essential personnel and reports to work as directed during scheduled and emergency University closings.

This position is designated as sensitive. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate.

This position is required to complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interest upon hire in accordance with the Code of Virginia.

Refer work requiring professional licensure to the appropriately licensed professional for direction, review, or approval as applicable.

This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Job Open Date 11/13/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Application Review Date 11/20/2026

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Department Information

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please describe your project management experience.

(Open Ended Question)

• • How many years in facilities/construction project management do you have?

(Open Ended Question)