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Project Manager – Owner’s Representative

Location: Richmond, VA (supporting Richmond & Charlottesville campuses)

Compensation: $60–$65/hour

Role Overview

The Project Manager will serve as the Owner’s Representative for several large‑scale renovation and infrastructure projects for DBVI. This role functions as the owner’s primary point of coordination, ensuring projects remain compliant with Virginia state standards , schedules, and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer projects through design, permitting, and construction
  • Serve as the owner’s coordination lead across architects, engineers, contractors, inspectors, and state stakeholders
  • Lead and document design, pre‑construction, and construction meetings
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation including meeting minutes, reports, schedules, and logs
  • Review work plans, schedules, submittals, RFIs, and change orders , providing owner recommendations
  • Conduct site visits as required to verify work aligns with contract documents
  • Track consultant and contractor progress; identify risks and recommend corrective actions
  • Review and recommend approval of contractor pay requests
  • Coordinate with the Clerk of the Works to inspect work and address deficiencies
  • Recommend acceptance or rejection of work based on compliance and quality
  • Support project communications with DBVI leadership, including the Deputy Commissioner and Facilities team

Tools & Working Style

  • PM Tools: Excel, Procore
  • Independent operator; not the primary site inspector but responsible for overall coordination and delivery

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in construction or project management
  • Prior experience as an Owner’s Representative
  • Engineering or Architecture degree preferred
  • Experience with state‑funded or public‑sector projects
  • Working knowledge of:
  • Division of Engineering & Buildings (DEB)
  • State Professional Services Manual (SPSM)