Project Manager – Operations & Capital Improvements

Overview

This role involves overseeing assigned agency projects, specifically capital improvements and operational initiatives, under guidance from the Chief of Operations. The Project Manager will lead projects from start to finish, ensuring all milestones, deliverables, schedules, budgets, and goals are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans and conduct risk assessments to facilitate successful project delivery.
• Establish resource allocation and task scheduling to maintain project timelines.
• Prepare and monitor budgets related to project activities.
• Maintain thorough project documentation, reporting, and manage change processes.
• Act as primary liaison, coordinating efforts among architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, vendors, agency personnel, and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, troubleshoot challenges, and ensure compliance with contract specifications, regulations, and agency standards.
• Provide regular project status updates and recommendations to the Chief of Operations.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and with minimal operational disruption.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science, information systems management, public health, or related scientific/technical field.
• At least five years of experience in managing projects.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a closely related discipline.
• Proven experience directing capital improvements, facility, construction, or infrastructure projects from conception through completion.
• Proficiency coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, contracts, and related documents.
• Experience tracking budgets, managing expenditures, and preparing project reports and presentations.

Benefits

• Generous state-sponsored benefit allowance for insurance premiums.
• Comprehensive health plans without exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care needs.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement plans with employer matching contributions.
• Longevity incentive bonuses and opportunities for continuing education units (CEU) training.

Additional Information

• Job Type: Full-time with one vacancy
• Application Window: July 30, 2026 through August 13, 2026
• Salary: Starting at $85,000 annually
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM

Mission & Values

The agency's mission focuses on excellence in behavioral health services. Its vision is to lead the region in providing adaptive, high-quality behavioral health systems. The core values guiding the organization are Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (ICARE).

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. The agency is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants.