Project Manager / Architect / Engineer I

Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Project Manager / Architect / Engineer I (R0038) in the Capital Design and Construction department. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering all aspects of a construction project from conception until final completion. This includes the selection of a design firm and overseeing the design process to ensure the project design meets the end user's and other University department requirements, budget and schedule constraints, and code requirements; coordinating the project design and construction with multiple Commonwealth agencies and local utility providers; assisting the Materiel Management department with solicitation of construction bids; overseeing the construction process to ensure construction meets the requirements of construction documents and projects are completed on schedule.

This position is located in Farmville, Virginia, and is required to work in person on Longwood University's campus.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Work with the contractors, architects, and inspectors to ensure design documents and construction comply with building codes while also maintaining University design standards, program requirements, and adhering to budget constraints

Work with the Facilities Management and Operations department to coordinate mechanical and electrical systems

Provide a review of design and contract documents for compliance, utilizing good construction techniques

Manage the project budget through all phases to ensure expenditures and encumbrances do not exceed available funds.

Supervise support staff, including a project inspector and a potential assistant project manager.

Monitor project schedule and budget

Document meetings with user groups

Work with appropriate state agencies, public utility companies, and local municipality to provide appropriate approvals throughout the design and construction phases of a project

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering, or equivalent experience

Broad and thorough knowledge of architectural or engineering principles, mathematics, physical and applied science, properties of materials, and fundamentals of design

Fundamental knowledge of budget creation and tracking requirements

Significant knowledge of planning and construction techniques

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and perform detailed work

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Professional Engineering or Architecture license preferred

Experience with the Commonwealth's Construction and Professional Services Manual preferred

Knowledge of CADD or Revit preferred

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, restricted-classified, exempt position in pay band 5. This is a restricted-classified position, which means the position will be available only as long as funding is available. A successful fingerprint-based criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:

State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts

Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays

Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))

Life & Long-Term care insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon

Educational benefits for most employees

Cost-effective Fitness Center membership for employees

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or .

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Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will be posted a minimum of five business days. Position posted 4/21/2026. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online application and attach a resume and cover letter, and any other documents you wish to include.

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