Capital Development Project Manager

Capital Development Project Manager

We’re hiring a Capital Development Project Manager to lead major building initiatives from conception to closeout. If you have the expertise to navigate state procurement laws, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver massive construction projects on time and under budget, apply today to build the future with us.

This recruitment may be filled at the following levels:

• Project Manager I: $33.08 - $52.03
• Project Manager II: $36.59 - $61.87

Job Details

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $33.08 - $61.87 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Recruiter – Victoria Trujillo | victoriatrujillo@utah.gov Application Deadline – 9/27/2026 at 6:00PM (MDT)*

*This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We encourage candidates to submit their application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Key Responsibilities As a Capitol Development Project Manager, you will:

• Typically manage Capital Development projects that are $3.5 million dollars or greater and generally involve the creation of building square footage.

• Develop relationships and work with State agencies (end users) to identify & define project scopes and potential scope gaps.

• Develop accurate project budgets based on project scope.

• Forecast project schedules including project milestones with the end users.
• Manage & assist end user's expectations for the project & process.

• Judiciously manage project funds in the State's best interest.

• Follow State procurement requirements.

• Procure design services & work with the design professionals and end users.

• Manage the project scope & associated budgets.

• Effectively communicate throughout the project with various stake holders.

• Evaluate systems life-cycle costs & identify efficiencies.

• Coordinate schedules and tasks with designers, contractors, facility managers, end users,and other professional service companies.

• Participate in the procurement and bidding of contractors and supplies.

• Chair pre-construction meetings on new construction projects.

• Manage capital improvement construction projects, budgets & costs.

• Review construction guidelines and best practices.

• Negotiate (when needed) and approve vendor contracts, modifications, and pay applications.

• Follow the project through closeout in acquiring closeout documents, issuing final payments, and holding one year warranty walks.

• Manage and facilitate capital development projects, and/or projects related to capital development, such as programs, feasibility studies, master planning, etc.

• Develop construction budget estimates that includes the following costs: site, building, design, commissioning, IT, inspections, FF&E, and other miscellaneous costs that meets the needs of the agency.

• Assist agencies in their requests to the Governor's Office of Planning and Budget, USHE Board, and Legislature for funding appropriations for their capital development request.

• Work with the agency representatives and DFCM Real Estate Group to identify & purchase potential sites for future projects.

• Identify and communicate with multiple project stakeholder groups, utilities and municipalities.

• Manage complex project schedules, scopes, and expectations.

• Participate in conflict resolution.

• Thoroughly review & approve complex pay applications

• Understand and effectively utilize the varying delivery methods in conjunction with State procurement laws for the benefit of the project.

Qualifications Minimum or Qualifications:

• At least 5-7 years experience in commercial construction project management.
• Valid Utah Driver's License
• Ability to travel State wide with possible overnight stays

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and experience with procurement of professional services, contractors and supplies.
• Preference may be given to current State of Utah employees.

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc.

• Employee will visit construction sites requiring a hard hat and work boots. Occasionally, physical exertion such as climbing ladders, reaching, crouching, and the risks associated with walking around operating equipment, and over rough terrain and/or rocky surfaces may be required.

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g. safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.

• Risks associated with walking around operating equipment, and over rough terrain and/or rocky surfaces may be required.

• The work may require overnight travel.

About the Role

Location – Taylorsville State Office Building 4315 S 2700 W Taylorsville, Utah, 84129 United States Background Check Required – No Drug Test Required – No Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency The Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) is dedicated to providing professional services to assist State entities in meeting their facility needs for the benefit of the public, and is the building manager for all State owned facilities. You can read more about DFCM here.

EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.