DOWNEY & SCOTT Construction Management Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team of professionals in delivering critical Project Management Services to the Northern Virginia Community College’s (NOVA) multiple campuses. The selected candidate will provide Interior Design Project Management Services on a broad range of non-capital projects on the NOVA campuses, from design through construction to occupancy.

The NOVA Facilities Planning Department’s Project and Construction Management Team is committed to delivering projects successfully, professionally, and collaboratively, while prioritizing customer satisfaction and serving the College's best interests.

Downey & Scott is seeking a qualified Project Manager to support NOVA’s Space Planning & Design Team, responsible for optimizing campus space utilization, coordinating relocations, and managing renovations across multiple campuses.

Description of Position

Serve as Interior Design/Space Planning Project Manager at NOVA campuses to ensure the design and construction of projects are accomplished fully, correctly, and in accordance with the Building Code, plans, and specs.

The ideal applicant will have a solid background in public sector / commercial / facilities or Higher Ed construction management with the following experience:

• Programming & Space Planning: Gather relevant information for the implementation of planning solutions, such as program, equipment fit, application of space allocation metrics, develop preliminary cost estimates, identify technology needs, code requirements, schedule, and enabling constraints, and identify campus/college impact.

• Project Management & Furniture Selection: Assume a lead role in the management of projects such as classroom upgrades, department relocations or reorganizations, furniture selection, and feasibility studies. Responsible for managing the budget, schedule, and implementation of plans, including coordination of internal stakeholders as well as external consultants. Closely coordinate project delivery with the end-users.

• NCIDQ, CCM, PE, AIA, or RA preferred but not required

• General knowledge in facilities planning, building design, construction administration and related activities

• General knowledge in reading and understanding proposals, plans, contracts, purchase orders, and specifications for all phases of construction

• 5+ years of project management services for commercial building/facilities/educational projects

• Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related degree required

• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and enforce contract documents

• Excellent communication skills, keen attention to detail, quality control, and demonstrated organizational skills

• Lead progress meetings, perform onsite observations, and reports

• Ability to think strategically, plan, problem-solve, and collaborate with Senior project team members

• Proficient in ACAD, Revit, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project, and Excel

• Valid Driver’s License with an insurable driving record

• Considerable knowledge of construction trades and building codes

• Ability to interpret and apply codes and standards

• Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with all project stakeholders

• Ability to identify deficiencies in building components and systems through visual inspection and description of operational problems

• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing

  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate classroom, lab, and office spaces; recommend additions, removals, or reconfigurations

• Lead relocations from leased facilities to on-campus spaces, coordinating all move activities

• Oversee redesign or renovation of spaces to support evolving programmatic needs

• Manage move-in processes, including furniture, technology, and signage coordination

• Manage multiple projects from major renovations to small updates (paint, carpet/abatement, signage, FF&E)

• Ensure compliance with NOVA standards, SCHEV requirements, and space utilization goals

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, end users, consultants, and contractors

  
  

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing projects through all phases of planning, design, construction, and close out

• Preparing budgets and cost estimates, along with work timetables

• Participate in construction progress meetings and assist in periodic client updates

• Perform onsite observations, project record-keeping, progress reports, and related documentation

• Perform quality control onsite

• Analyze and interpret contract documents

• Build and maintain client relationships

  
  

The position will be based out of NOVA's Annandale campus.

The selected applicants are required to pass a background check.

We offer a competitive salary based on level of experience and a generous benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k retirement savings program