Design and Construction Project Manager, DGS
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Design and Construction Project Manager, DGS
Salary
$82,621.00 - $117,497.00 Annually
Location
*State-Wide, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-40083
Department
Department of General Services
Division
GS Pub Srvs Div
Opening Date
01/23/2026
Closing Date
2/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
13893
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
Non-Union
Bargaining Unit
B3
Pay Group
ST09
Bureau / Division Code
00156950
Bureau / Division
Public Services Division
Worksite Address
To be determined prior to final offer of employment.
City
Statewide, Pennsylvania
Contact Name
Dawn Decker
Contact Phone
717.787.6984
Contact Email
ddecker@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Do you enjoy leading teams in the planning and design of capital projects? If so, consider joining the Department of General Services (DGS) as a Design Project Manager. DGS Capital Programs provides expert project management and professional technical guidance to state agencies to delivery capital projects on time and within budget. In this role, you will work alongside project managers that promote a fun, creative, and open-minded environment focused on continuous improvement and maximizing value.
This position gives you the opportunity to manage a variety of renovations and new construction projects that support the commonwealth's capitol complex, universities, hospitals, museums, correctional institutions, national guard readiness centers, state police, as well as parks and forests throughout Pennsylvania. Bring your ambition to our department and make your career aspirations a reality!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Design Project Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a high performing team focused on creating an environment that promotes collaboration, team trust, a bias for action, and a shared ownership and understanding of the project purpose and values. Using the DGS project delivery system, you will lead multidisciplinary teams of design professionals, cost estimators, and commissioning agents to deliver capital construction projects on behalf of state agencies. Work involves collaboratively developing project charters and project development studies, establishing budgets, cost forecasting, creating and managing project schedules, monitoring performance, administering contracts, as well as managing the quality of design deliverables.
DGS Capital Programs strives to be a trusted partner in business strategies for our client agencies, while ensuring superior customer service and satisfaction. Start a new chapter in your career with our team and become an essential part of our continued pursuit of excellence!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00097908)
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment. Worksite to be determined prior to final offer.
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Work schedule start and end times are flexible and are established with the employee during the hiring process.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report in-office at minimum one day per month. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary: Starting salary may be negotiable based on experienced, 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Six years of professional building design, construction administration, or construction management experience for renovations and new construction for commercial, institutional, or educational buildings, and a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, construction science, or a closely related field;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
You must possess a valid license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, Professional Land Surveyor, or Professional Geologist by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a reciprocal jurisdiction; or possession of valid professional level certification issued by a nationally recognized and accredited professional certification program in Master Level of Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
You must possess an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
Additional Requirements:
You must demonstrate professionalism, the ability to communicate effectively, and interact and work well with others and in groups.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of experience and training
Licensed Architect or Engineer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a jurisdiction that would allow you to obtain licensure in Pennsylvania
Experience in project management
Experience managing stakeholders
Experience and comfort with facilitating project meetings
Experience working with clients and other stakeholders
Knowledge and experience using Project Management Information Systems (PMIS)
Experience creating project schedules for the planning and design phases of building construction projects
Experience with cost estimating on building construction projects
Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks on building construction projects
Experience using the MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Necessary Special Requirement-Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
02
If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, @type N/A in the text box below.
03
Special Requirement- Do you possess a valid license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, Professional Land Surveyor, or Professional Geologist by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a reciprocal jurisdiction; or possess valid professional level certification issued by a nationally recognized and accredited professional certification program in Master Level of Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)?
Yes
No
04
If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your license name, number and expiration date. If you answered no, @type N/A in the text box below.
05
How many years of full-time professional building design, construction administration, or construction management experience for renovations and new construction for commercial, institutional, or educational buildings do you possess?
A. 6 years or more
B. 5 but less than 6 years
C. 4 but less than 5 years
D. 3 but less than 4 years
E. 2 but less than 3 years
F. 1 but less than 2 years
G. Less than 1 year
H. None
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
07
How much graduate coursework have you completed in engineering, architecture, construction management, construction science, or a closely related field?
If you are claiming credits/training, you must upload a copy of your transcript(s)/certification for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
08
Preferred Qualification
What is your highest level of education?
A. Master's degree or greater
B. Bachelor's degree
C. Associate degree
D. Other
09
Preferred Qualification
Are you a licensed Architect or Engineer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a jurisdiction that would allow you to obtain licensure in PA?
A. Yes
B. No
10
Preferred Qualification
How many years of experience do you have managing project teams in the planning, design, and construction of building renovations and new construction projects?
A. Less than 4
B. 4 but less than 8
C. 8 but less than 12
D. 12 but less than 20
E. 20 + years
11
Preferred Qualification
What best describes your experience managing stakeholders on large cross-functional teams (owners/clients, end-users, architects, engineers, CMs and contractors) to produce successful projects?
A. Extensive
B. Good
C. Moderate
D. Minimal
12
Preferred Qualification
Describe your experience and comfort with facilitating project meetings.
A. High (Have extensive experience and comfort conducting meetings with a wide variety of group sizes and enjoy the activity)
B. Medium (Have some experience conducting meeting; but enjoy the activity)Low (Conducts meetings, but does not enjoy it)
C. Low (Conducts meetings, but does not enjoy it)
D. None (Does not conduct meetings)
13
Preferred Qualification
Describe your experience working with clients and other stakeholders to develop and write program documents for building construction projects that include the scope of work, project requirements, expected permits, and a list of deliverables.
A. High (Extensive experience leading the development and writing of project programs)
B. Medium (Have some experience leading the development and writing of project programs)
C. Low (Have participated but not led the development and writing of project programs)
D. None (Never heard of a project program)
14
Preferred Qualification
Select the discipline that best reflects your knowledge and experience with building and infrastructure construction projects.
Architecture
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Construction Management
Other
15
Preferred Qualification
Describe your knowledge and experience using Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) such as Trimble Unity Construct to manage building construction projects.
A. High (Extensive experience managing projects using a PMIS)
B. Medium (Some experience managing projects using a PMIS)
C. Low (I've heard of PMIS but have no experience)
D. None (Never heard of a PMIS)
16
Preferred Qualification
Describe your experience creating project schedules for the planning and design phases of building construction projects.
A. High (Extensive experience creating planning and design phase schedules)
B. Medium (Some experience creating planning and design phase schedules)
C. Low (I've reviewed schedules but never created one)
D. None (No experience with scheduling)
17
Preferred Qualification
Describe your experience with cost estimating on building construction projects.
A. High (Extensive experience estimating design fees and construction costs on building construction projects)
B. Medium (Some experience estimating design fees and construction costs on building construction projects)
C. Low (I've reviewed estimates for design fees and construction costs but never created an estimate.)
D. None (No experience with cost estimating)
18
Preferred Qualification
Describe your experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks on building construction projects.
A. High (Extensive experience managing risk on building construction projects)
B. Medium (Some managing risk on building construction projects)
C. Low (I understand how to manage risk but have limited experience)
D. None (I have no knowledge or experience with risk management)
19
Preferred Qualification
Describe your comfort level using the MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
A. Extensive
B. Good
C. Moderate
D. Minimal
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
