Project Manager

Project Manager

Job no:
Work type: Restricted Full-Time
Location: Petersburg, Virginia
Categories: Administrative Services

Title: Project Manager

State Role Title: 19223

Hiring Range: $100,000 - $125,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

This is a restricted position with funding anticipated for approximately two to three years based on the duration of the new hospital activation and transition project.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, risk logs, and performance-tracking tools.
• Coordinate hospital activation, move sequencing, departmental relocation, and go-live activities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to support operational readiness across clinical, administrative, and support services.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership, construction teams, architects, contractors, vendors, and regulatory partners.
• Coordinate equipment installation, testing, staff orientation, workflow redesign, and inspection readiness.
• Monitor project risks, budgets, vendor deliverables, and contractual milestones.
• Prepare executive-level reports, dashboards, briefings, and stakeholder communications.
• Help ensure patient safety and continuity of care throughout the transition.

What We're Looking For

Skills and experience required:

We seek a candidate with construction project management experience, including managing complex initiatives involving multiple departments, stakeholders, and competing priorities. We also seek the following:

• Progressive experience in healthcare operations, healthcare construction project management, hospital transition planning, or a comparable complex infrastructure environment
• Experience coordinating large-scale, multi-department initiatives
• Experience working with OSHA, CMS, Joint Commission, or comparable regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of project scheduling, risk management, performance tracking, and regulatory readiness
• Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, communication, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with project management software, reporting tools, and other technology used to coordinate complex projects

Bonus points if you have:

• Formal project management training
• Organizational project management experience
• Experience with hospital construction or facility activation
• Knowledge of healthcare operations, accreditation, licensure, and regulatory readiness

PMP certification is not required.

Eligible salaried employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
• Health insurance plan options
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer-paid group life insurance
• Virginia Retirement System retirement benefits
• Voluntary deferred compensation savings
• Fourteen+ Paid holidays
• Annual leave
• Sick leave and family and personal leave
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program services
• Employee wellness programs
• Employee discount programs
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, based on individual circumstances

For additional information, visit the DHRM State Employee Resources webpage.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Bring your skills, experience, and commitment to service to Central State Hospital. Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to supporting recovery, promoting hope, and improving lives.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.

You will receive a confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to "Your Application" in your account.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (804) 524-7111 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Advertised: 19 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 02 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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