Assistant Project Manager

Posting Details

Posting Summary


Working Title
Assistant Project Manager


Role Title
Gen Admin Supv I/Coord I


Role Code
19221-FP


FLSA
Nonexempt


Pay Band
04


Position Number
280W0001


Agency
Northern VA Community College


Division
NV280-VP Administration


Work Location
Fairfax County - 059


Hiring Range
$25/hr


Emergency/Essential Personnel
No


EEO Category
2-Professionals


Full Time or Part Time
Part Time


Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule


Part-time- M-F; 29 hours per week

Sensitive Position
No


Job Description

General Description:
This position will serve as Assistant Project Manager for multiple non-capital construction projects. This includes overseeing the development, design and construction phases of the small or simple projects. This also includes assisting fellow Project Managers in the development, design, and construction phases of the projects.

Duties and Tasks:

• Assist Project Managers of non-capital projects from initiation through close-out
• Assist in the development of scopes of work based on client requests or based on solving building issues.
• Assist in the development of early schedules for all assigned projects in Microsoft Project, based on given scope and required delivery dates.
• Assists in the facilitation and monitoring of the permit approval process, ensuring that the required permits for assigned projects are obtained in a timely manner and according to project schedules.
• Assist in the management of the bid and contract phases, and assist in the evaluation of the bid results.
• Assist in the direction of the construction phase by frequently monitoring of project.
• Assist a Project Manager in their responsibility for project documents including requests for information, submittals, pay applications, compliance with codes and regulatory matters, change directives, or change orders.
• Assists a Project Manager to ensure quick close-out of projects including punch list completion, commissioning, training, as-built drawings and O&M Manual review.
• Assists a Project Manager in their responsibility for project safety and quality assurance.
• Maintains a project-sufficient knowledge of all College/VCCS policies and procedures, adhering to State and local procurement regulations.
• Applies professional and technical skills and knowledge to direct design professionals through the planning process.

Special Assignments


May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSAs:

• General computer skills to include Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, Power Point).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently with an elevated level of responsibility and accountability.
• Strong time management skills are essential.
• Ability to work productively and communicate verbally and in writing appropriately with a wide variety of personnel and contractors.
• Willingness to learn the project development process, Microsoft Project, current codes, and environmental regulations.
• Understanding of construction and related engineering aspects.
• Understanding of basic Project Management principles

Minimum Work Experience:

• Experience in working on projects.
• Experience in assisting Project Managers across multiple project phases.
• Unrestricted Valid Driver's License in good standing.

Additional Considerations

• Experience with project development process.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu
• Experience with current codes (VUSBC), and environmental regulations.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No


Supervises Employees
No


Required Travel


Maybe required to travel between campus.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
WGE_3398P


Recruitment Type
General Public - G


Number of Vacancies
1


Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
08/26/2026


Job Close Date
09/08/2026


Open Until Filled

Agency Website




Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants


In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io

Additional Information


Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA's commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College .

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA's mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at .

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA's Annual Security Reports .

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer


The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement


The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement


The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement


VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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