Project Manager

Project Manager

Job no: 5113594

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:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Join Our Team at Central State Hospital

Central State Hospital is seeking an experienced Project Manager to help lead a once-in-a-career initiative: the activation of our new state-of-the-art hospital and the operational transition from our existing facility.

This is not a traditional project management role. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, the Project Manager will coordinate the people, processes, systems, vendors, and operational activities necessary to safely and successfully open the new hospital.

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.

About Central State Hospital

Central State Hospital (CSH), located in Petersburg, Virginia, is a 277-bed, Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric inpatient facility serving individuals with complex behavioral health needs. Since opening in 1870, CSH has proudly served the citizens of the Commonwealth through individualized, recovery-focused care.

This is an exciting time to join CSH as we prepare to open a new, modern hospital designed to support high-quality care and an enhanced environment for patients and employees.

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.

Why Work at Central State Hospital?

At Central State Hospital, you can build a rewarding public-service career while contributing to the care and recovery of individuals with complex behavioral health needs. Employees benefit from a collaborative team environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the stability of employment with the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits: DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

SOEI: Per the Code of Virginia §2.2-3114, persons occupying positions of trust within state government or non-salaried citizens of policy and supervisory boards file a disclosure statement with the Commonwealth's Ethics Advisory Council, as a condition to assuming office or employment, and thereafter shall file such a statement annually on or before February 1. Additionally, per Executive order, positions of trust include senior-level positions with responsibility affecting legislative policies and rule-making authority or substantive authorization and decision-making regarding policy, contracts and procurement, audits, licensure, inspections and investigations, and investments or other financial matters. Sections 2.2-3128 through 2.2-3131 of the Code of Virginia require that each employee within a position of trust complete COIA training within two months of their hire date and at least once every two years after the initial training. This position is identified as a position of trust within the agency.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 19 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 02 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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