Title: Capital Outlay Project Engineer SDB00186

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer I

Hiring Range: $75,000 - $100,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA School for the Deaf & Blind

Location: VA School for Deaf & Blind

Agency Website: www.vsdb.k12.va.us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About Us

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is located in the historic, vibrant city of Staunton, Virginia. VSDB provides superior education for students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/vision impaired, deafblind, and deaf or blind with other disabilities.

VSDB offers PreK-12 education with both residential and day student options.

VSDB believes that disabilities are challenges not barriers and supports each student in their goal to be independent and to reach their highest academic potential! VSDB prepares students for life!

About this position

The Capital Outlay Project Engineer is responsible for managing all phases of the school’s capital outlay program and selected small facility projects. This position ensures that projects are executed in compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), the Construction and Professional Services Manual (CPSM), and other applicable state regulations. Reporting directly to the Director of Facilities and Engineering, the Project Engineer serves as the primary liaison between VSDB, design professionals, contractors, and oversight agencies, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards. The position also provides expertise in long-range facility planning and supports school operations by coordinating project activities to minimize disruption to students and staff.

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is committed to providing a safe, accessible, and functional learning and residential environment that supports the education and well-being of its students. Effective management of capital outlay and facility improvement projects ensures compliance with state and federal regulations while maintaining the integrity and sustainability of campus facilities. This position plays a critical role in planning, coordinating, and executing capital projects in alignment with VSDB’s mission and state requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification required for entry into position:

Required:
Demonstrated experience in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.

Demonstrated experience managing capital outlay or large-scale construction projects.

Working knowledge of procurement regulations, construction contracts, and state/federal building requirements.

Knowledge of:

Capital outlay project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and close-out.

Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), CPSM, and other applicable state and federal regulations.

Building and Life Safety Codes, ADA accessibility requirements, flood plain restrictions, and historic preservation requirements (DHR, AARB).

Budget development, cost control, and financial tracking for capital projects.

Contract administration, project scheduling, and construction management practices.

Skills in:

Project management, including coordinating multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.

Reviewing and interpreting architectural/engineering plans, specifications, and contracts.

Analyzing budgets, schedules, and contractor performance to ensure accountability.

Preparing clear and concise reports, presentations, and project documentation.

Facilitating effective communication between contractors, consultants, school staff, and state oversight agencies.

Abilities/Competencies to:

Lead and manage complex construction projects while balancing competing priorities.

Apply critical thinking to resolve construction and design challenges effectively.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with state procurement rules and project delivery requirements.

Represent VSDB professionally with state agencies, contractors, and the public.

Work collaboratively to support the school’s mission and minimize disruption to academic and residential life.

Additional Considerations

Preferred:
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE), Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential.

Direct experience with Virginia state capital outlay processes, VPPA, CPSM, and DGS procedures.

Experience working in a public-sector, educational, or state agency environment.

Familiarity with accessibility standards, historic preservation requirements, and sustainability practices.

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.

If selected as a finalist with VSDB, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VSDB is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VSDB values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information

Name: Jody Beelendorf

Phone: 540-332-9069

Email: jody.beelendorf@vsdbs.virginia.gov

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 800-552-5019.

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.