FPC Project Manager
State of Louisiana
Operations
Baton Rouge, LA, USA
About this Job
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The Division of Administration/Office of Facility Planning and Control has a vacancy. This job title has an assigned pay grade of TS-317.
The Office of Facility Planning and Control is responsible for administration of the state's capital outlay budget process, which includes preparation of a preliminary state construction plan. The document outlines state and local projects for possible funding using a mixture of state general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, state and federal cash and often fees and self-generated funds. The proposed construction budget is contained in House Bill 2 which is introduced at regular legislative sessions. The proposed construction budget is sometimes altered during the legislative sessions by lawmakers before becoming law. FPC also administers the state and non-state projects that are ultimately funded and oversees the contracts from planning through construction and project completion.
The Facility Planning and Control (FPC) Project Manager serves as the State of Louisiana’s owner representative for public building construction projects, overseeing approximately 300 projects totaling about $1.2 billion. The role’s primary responsibility is managing and enforcing contracts with private-sector designers and contractors to protect the state’s interests and ensure compliance with approved programs, budgets, codes, and quality standards.
The Division of Administration is the state government’s management arm and the hub of its financial operations. Division offices perform a wide variety of activities including the following:- Overseeing the state’s capital construction program
- Working to provide state and federal grants for community development
- Development of the state budget
- Providing technology services
- Giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process as they seek goods and services
- Administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from a series of devastating hurricanes
Minimum Qualifications
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Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering or professional architecture plus six years of experience as a licensed engineer or architect.
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Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering or professional architecture in states other than Louisiana. If one of those applicants is selected for the position, he/she will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment. The hiring agency will verify that all licensing requirements are met. Job Specification
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The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
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Job Duties:
This position manages a large portfolio (150–200) of capital outlay projects for Non-State Entities such as cities, parishes, ports, and nonprofits. Projects vary widely in size ($5K–$28M), complexity, and type (infrastructure, buildings, utilities, transportation, parks, and specialized facilities). The role requires intensive coordination with elected officials, local governments, state and federal agencies, and community leaders.
The Project Manager is responsible for negotiating and managing project budgets, tracking state and local matching funds, and ensuring accurate, daily financial reporting in the LaGov system across four levels of budget control—from legislative appropriations through contract obligations and reimbursements. The role ensures costs are reasonable, funds are available, and state dollars are used appropriately.
The position ensures projects are executed in compliance with the Capital Outlay Act, cooperative endeavor agreements, approved contracts, and state and federal laws, including Public Bid Law and applicable federal requirements. This includes reviewing diverse procurement and contract documents, managing amendments and change orders, and overseeing reimbursements.
Project Managers also serve as the primary advisors to Non-State Entities—many with limited project management experience—by explaining Capital Outlay requirements, funding structures, cash flow, and compliance expectations. The role requires adaptability, strong multitasking skills, and the ability to manage emergency and non-traditional projects in a complex, multi-funded environment while ensuring delivery of functional facilities upon project completion.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This vacancy will be filled by new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.
Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" for People with Disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
A criminal history check may be conducted on all new hires as well as employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.
For further information about this posting, please contact:
Erica R. Gay
HR Specialist
Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources
Email: Erica.Gay@la.gov
