Capital Projects Manager

Capital Projects Manager

Salary

$67,684.00 - $81,221.00 Annually

Location

220 Seneca Road, Greensboro NC 27406, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

04200

Department

Facilities

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

10/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT

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Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

This position serves as a project manager for the Department. The employee performs administrative duties such as planning, organizing, and managing the daily operations, ensuring quality assurance, delivering projects consisting of changes, upgrades and additions to County facilities from inception to completion. This position serves as the owner representing Guilford County's interests during project planning and execution. Projects include mechanical/electrical/plumbing improvements, architectural modifications and upgrades, space modifications and new construction.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This employee plans, formulates, and implements short- and long-term goals for capital improvement projects and provides architectural/engineering consulting services, providing technical expertise in evaluating problems and developing alternatives for construction projects. The employee plans, organizes, and coordinates projects; develops scope, schedule and budget for projects; reviews reports, budgets and project goals.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform the full range of the project management cycle: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing.
• Independently lead and direct projects requiring high levels of functional integration and managing multiple disciplines.
• Direct development of an action plan, and estimate requirements for resources, including management, labor, materials, and time required to complete the project.
• Develop and help execute comprehensive change management strategy and communication plan relative to project scope and stakeholders; orchestrate and lead change management methodologies underlying project success.
• Participates in project management activities affiliated with the design, construction, testing, start-up, and operation of facilities, systems, and/or equipment.
• Works independently or with minimal oversight to manage projects up to $5 million.
• Participates in project teams for larger projects > $5 million.
• Manages and directs architects, engineers, contractors, construction representatives, and others involved in the design and construction of county facilities.
• Participates in analyzing, designing, and developing engineering systems and equipment that support construction projects. Conducts feasibility studies, cost estimates, and resolution of technical problems associated with the projects.
• Participates in or leads the preparation of requests for proposal, including the development of drawings and specifications, and upon receipt, participates in the evaluation of bids for technical accuracy and compliance with contract requirements.
• Prepares and develops justification for engineering proposals, including identifying alternatives for facilities, systems and equipment for management review.
• Provides technical expertise in the evaluation of problems and the development of alternatives for construction projects.
• Performs construction administration and construction management of projects. Resolves conflicts between design drawings and construction conditions.
• Reviews submittals and equipment selections.
• Manages project close-out to collect warranties, as-built drawings, O&M manuals and resolve all issues related with facility start-up and turnover.
• Works with stakeholders to develop project scope and schedule.
• Communicates frequently with stakeholders and management staff on project status, budget status and quality concerns.
• Attends preconstruction and final acceptance meetings, conducts on-site inspections during the various project phases, and reports on noncompliance with contract requirements.
• Reviews and approves pay applications and invoices.
• Ensures contractors comply with Guilford County safety policies.
• Performs related work as required.

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to productively assemble, engage, and lead cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated project management ability to employee integration, scope time management, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement components.
• General knowledge of the construction industry as it relates to the planning processes for the design and construction of new facilities and repair/alteration projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of architecture, engineering, and building construction sufficient to review, inspect, repair, and alter work of new construction and repair/alteration of facilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of facility contracting procedures, cost estimating, job site safety, project scheduling, and quality control procedures for facilities.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and prepare design and construction documents and technical reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate moderately complex programmatic information orally and in writing or architectural/engineering considerations internal or external to the organization.
• Ability to work with, interpret and apply Local, State and Federal regulations and codes (e.g., OSHA, building), governing the area of work.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with department heads, agency heads, contractors, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to coach and mentor assistant project managers and develop their skills to lead larger projects.
• Ability to balance customer expectations with project reality.
• Demonstrated resilience, diplomacy, influence, relationship building, and problem-solving skills in a variety of situations.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office setting. Operates standard office equipment to include a personal computer, calculator, copy machine, and telephone. The employee will drive a county vehicle to county facilities and construction sites throughout the county. Frequent review of construction projects is required, which involves walking and working outside in variable weather conditions.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, architecture, construction management or similar field of study and four years of progressively responsible project management experience (architectural, civil, construction, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering) ;
• OR, a two year degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management and six years of progressively responsible project management experience (architectural, civil, construction, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering) ;
• OR, a high school diploma or GED and eight years of progressively responsible project management experience (architectural, civil, construction, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineers license in mechanical, electrical, civil or structural engineering.
• General Contractor's License.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute.

Supplemental Information

Driving is Essential

Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.

Special Note:

This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job questionnaire with a physical abilities checklist which can give further details about that one specific position. Those documents should be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal and defensible personnel decisions.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee!

You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.

We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. Thats less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; thats unheard of.

Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.

We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!

Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.

13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. Thats 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.

Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.

Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.

Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.

We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

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Please select the highest level of education you have completed All education and certifications must be listed in the Education section of the employment application. Transcripts may be required to verify educational qualifications.

• No formal education
• Some High School, No Diploma/GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree (AA, AS)
• Bachelor's Degree (BA, BS)
• Master's Degree (MA, MS, MBA, etc.)
• Professional degree (JD, MD, DVM, etc.)
• Doctoral Degree (PhD, EdD, etc.)

02

Do you have a valid NC Drivers License, or the ability to obtain one?

• Yes
• No

03

Is your degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related field? For evaluation purposes, all education, including degrees and certifications must be documented in the Education section of the application. Education referenced only on a résumé will not meet this requirement. Official transcripts will be required to verify educational credentials

• Yes
• No
• I do not have a degree.

04

How many years of experience do you have in progressively responsible project management experience including architectural, civil, construction, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering? Experience referenced only in a resume will not be considered. All experience must be documented in the Work History section of the application. Failure to do so will result in the application being considered incomplete and given no further consideration

• No experience
• Less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years of experience, but less than 6 years of experience
• 6 years of experience, but less than 8 years of experience
• 8 years of experience, but less than 10 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience

05

In your own words clearly describe your experience (company name, job duties, etc.) working in progressively responsible professional engineering including architectural, civil, construction, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering? • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application

06

In which of the following do you have current certification? Check all that apply and add its information to the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.

• Professional Engineers License in mechanical, electrical, civil or structural engineering.
• General Contractors License
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• I do not have one of these certifications

07

Guilford County requires employees to reside within a two-hour driving radius of Guilford County. Do you currently meet this residency requirement, or are you willing and able to relocate to meet it if selected? Important: Failure to meet or agree to meet the residency requirement may result in disqualification from further consideration.

• I currently reside within a two-hour driving radius of Guilford County
• I am willing and able to relocate to meet the two-hour residency requirement
• No

08

I understand that all Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials and Education must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application, "See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.

• Yes
• No

09

This position requires verification of education through official transcripts. Are you able to provide transcripts upon request?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Guilford County

Address 201 S Greene Street

Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401-6417

Phone 3366413763

Website https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/