Senior project manager [h1.location_city]

Job Requisition ID :   52217

Closing Date : 01 / 16 / 2026

​Agency :   Capital Development Board

Class Title :  PROJECT MANAGER - 88015

Skill Option :   None

Bilingual Option :   None

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $6,589 monthly; Full Range $6,589 - $9,541 monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category :  Full Time

County : Sangamon

Number of Vacancies : 2

Bargaining Unit Code :   RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

Merit Comp Code :

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement / labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Job ID # 52217

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for successfully managing assigned Capital Development Board (CDB) projects from conception to close-out, within scope, budget, and schedule, and with minimal supervision.  Discharges duties in accordance with the CDB Act (20 ILCS 3105), Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500), and all other pertinent statutes, rules, policies, guidelines, and procedures.

Under general direction, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the development, analysis, and coordination of capital program activities; coordinating the preparation of projet contract documents by consultants; coordinating document evaluation and review; managing design and construction by consultants and contractors; and reviewing cost estimates and other relevant documents.  Serves on the mentoring team for Project Manager Trainees.  Requires travel and occasional overnight stays.

Essential Functions

• Ensures that design criteria, project designs, project budgets, and project schedules are properly reviewed by CDB staff and consultants.
• Oversees the development of project budgets to ensure that program requirements are met and resources are utilized cost-effectively.
• Attends field meetings, gives presentation, and conducts inspections of job sites to assess progress on assigned projects.
• Participates in bid openings, reviews analysis of bids, and prepares Ready to Award documents.
• Reviews Requests for Proposal & Change Orders (RFP / CO) to determine justification, accuracy, coordination, estimated cost, and impact on the project.
• Compiles data and prepares reports using various computer software.
• Assists with training A / E, contractors, partners, stakeholders, and client agencies on CDB statutes, rules, policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties cited above.

Minimum Qualification

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Work Hours : Monday - Friday; 8 : 30am - 5 : 00pm (Flex and Hybrid Work Available)

Headquarter Location : 401 S Spring St, Springfield, Illinois, 62706

Work County : Sangamon

Email : cdb.HRTeam@illinois.gov

Posting Group : Leadership & Management

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

About the Agency

The Capital Development Board (CDB) oversees the construction of new state facilities, such as correctional centers, state parks, mental health facilities, and college and university projects.  In addition, CDB is responsible for renovation and rehabilitation projects at over 8,770 state-owned buildings spread over more than 100 million square feet of floor space.

Revolving Door

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430 / 5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interest

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant / employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420 / 4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

Benefits of State Employment

As a State of Illinois employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes :

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources :

State employees : Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees : on Illinois.jobs2web.com  – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

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