State of Oklahoma

Project Manager - Operations & Capital Improvements

Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, information systems management, public health, or related scientific or technical discipline with five years of project management experience.
  • Combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a closely related field.
  • Preferred: Experience with capital improvement, facility, construction, or infrastructure project coordination.
  • Preferred: Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.

Responsibilities

  • Manage assigned projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deliverables and milestones are met.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans and conduct risk assessments to identify potential issues.
  • Establish resource and task schedules to optimize project timelines and efficiency.
  • Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets to ensure financial objectives are achieved.
  • Serve as the main contact for project coordination with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Chief of Operations regarding project progress.

Benefits

  • Generous state-paid benefit allowance for insurance premiums.
  • Comprehensive health insurance options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Longevity bonuses and opportunities for continuing education and training.
Full Job Description
Project Manager - Operations & Capital Improvements

Overview: This position is responsible for managing assigned agency projects, including capital improvement and other operational initiatives, under the direction of the Chief of Operations. The incumbent will coordinate and implement projects from initiation through completion to ensure project deliverables, milestones, schedules, budgets, and objectives are achieved. Responsibilities include developing project plans, conducting risk assessments, establishing resource and task schedules, preparing and monitoring project budgets, and maintaining project documentation, reports, communication plans, and change management activities. The position will serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, vendors, agency staff, and other stakeholders to facilitate project activities, monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with project specifications, contract requirements, applicable regulations, and agency standards. The incumbent will provide regular project updates and recommendations to the Chief of Operations and work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to support the successful completion of projects on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption to agency operations.

Job Type:
  • Job Type: Full-time, one vacancy
  • Application Period: 07/30/26-08/13/26
  • Salary: Starting at $85,000.00
  • FLSA Status: Exempt
  • Primary Working Hours are M-F; 8-5
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, information systems management, public health, or related scientific or technical discipline and five years of experience in project management
  • Or a combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a closely related field.
  • Experience coordinating capital improvement, facility, construction, or infrastructure projects from planning through completion.
  • Experience coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
  • Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
  • Experience monitoring project budgets, tracking expenditures, and preparing project status reports and presentations.
Benefits:
  • Generous state-paid benefit allowance for insurance premiums.
  • Comprehensive health insurance options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Retirement savings with employer matching.
  • Longevity bonuses and CEU training opportunities.

About State of Oklahoma

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