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Location: Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority (FCCFA) — Columbus, OH
Reports To: Capital Projects Director
Salary Range: $45.68 – $57.70 Hourly

Position Overview

The Capital Projects Manager supports the Capital Projects Director in planning, executing, and overseeing construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects across FCCFA properties. This role is responsible for coordinating project development, coordinating specifications and drawings, preparing bid documents, selecting contractors, managing schedules and budgets and ensuring compliance with all safety, quality and regulatory requirements.

The Capital Projects Manager collaborates with contractors, engineers, architects, operators and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and in alignment with FCCFA standards. This position plays a key role in the Authority’s multi-year facility maintenance and capital improvement program.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Coordination

• Support the Capital Projects Director in developing and implementing a comprehensive maintenance and capital improvement program for all FCCFA facilities.
• Oversee assigned construction and renovation projects from planning through completion, ensuring alignment with project goals and organizational priorities.
• Assist in coordinating technical specifications and drawings construction-related projects.
• Prepare bid documents and publicly bid all projects in accordance with legal requirements; review bid submissions and recommend lowest and best bidders.

Budgeting, Scheduling & Project Execution

• Work with contractors, designers, engineers and internal stakeholders to develop detailed project schedules and budgets.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure alignment with planned schedules and financial parameters.
• Conduct routine site inspections to track progress, document issues and ensure construction activities adhere to specifications.

Compliance, Safety & Quality Control

• Monitor compliance with all legal, safety, and industry requirements, including prevailing wage, job-site safety, fire safety, building codes and permitting.
• Ensure contractors secure required permits, licenses and approvals.
• Review architectural and engineering drawings and ensure all specifications and regulations are followed.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain complete, accurate project documentation, including plans, drawings, reports, contracts and change orders.
• Prepare project status updates and provide recommendations for adjustments to plans, schedules, specifications or budgets as needed.
• Report progress and project issues to the Capital Projects Director in a timely and consistent manner.

Contractor & Vendor Management

• Help oversee contractor performance, ensuring work is performed to FCCFA standards and contractual expectations.
• Provide technical guidance to contractors, engineers, designers and internal teams as needed.
• Work collaboratively with partners and facility managers to coordinate activities, resolve issues and ensure project success.

Asset & Inventory Support

• Assist in managing assets and inventory related to FCCFA facilities.
• Coordinate with facility managers to track inventory and support the disposition of assets when needed.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of building systems, construction techniques, design concepts and architectural/engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of trades within the construction environment, including the ability to coordinate and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with legal and safety requirements related to construction and public-sector projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects varying in size, complexity and scope simultaneously.
• Skill in developing, managing and evaluating a capital improvement program for large facilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write and interpret technical specifications and drawings.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines, long lead times, and concurrent priorities.
• Ability to effectively manage contractors and provide clear guidance and oversight.
• Knowledge of public bidding requirements and the ability to prepare and manage competitive bid processes.
• Ability to resolve facility or land management issues in a timely and effective manner.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in a technical field required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ten years of progressive experience in construction, construction management, project management, engineering and/or architecture.
• Additional education may be substituted for up to two years of required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, OPERS retirement, paid time off and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to clemaster@fccfa.org using the subject line “Capital Projects Manager Application”.

The FCCFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Location: Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority (FCCFA) — Columbus, OH
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Salary Range:   $48.00 – $77.00 Hourly

Position Overview

The Finance Director will support the Chief Financial Officer in the full scope of the Authority’s financial operations and long-range planning. This is a highly strategic role that blends technical financial expertise with public-sector stewardship and cross-functional collaboration.

The Finance Director will oversee day-to-day financial processes, support multi-year forecasting, assist in debt and capital planning, and help prepare financial materials for leadership, the FCCFA Board, government partners and external stakeholders. This position is ideal for a finance professional with the ambition and capacity to take on increasing leadership responsibility, with the potential to grow the role over time.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support the CFO in developing annual and multi-year operating and capital financial plans.  Prepare and update related long term forecasts, cash flow analysis, debt proformas and revenue and expense projections.
• Analyze growth trends and develop projections for all revenues of the FCCFA including but not limited to hotel, admissions, and casino taxes, facility operating income, interest earnings and other revenue as required.
• Conduct scenario planning to support major capital initiatives and related bond financing.
• Prepare forecasting models, financial summaries, and visual reporting tools for internal and external audiences.  Produce reports as necessary.

Budget Development & Management

• Assist with the development of the FCCFA’s annual operating and capital budget.  Prepare required revenue/expense projections.  Review debt coverage requirements. Write budget narrative and prepare supporting documentation.
• Analyze, review and evaluate operating budgets for FCCFA facilities and related programs.
• With the CFO, establish funding priorities and budget objectives.  Monitor compliance.
• Review and evaluate monthly financial performance of all operations.  Prepare variance analyses and identify emerging financial issues or opportunities.
• Update the FCCFA Board on financial/budget performance through the preparation of financial dashboards, monthly financial reports and board presentations.

Debt Management, Capital Structure & Funding Support

• Collaborate with the CFO on bond planning, issuance preparation, and ongoing debt compliance.
• Maintain schedules, analyses, and documentation related to existing debt obligations, debt-service requirements and financial covenants.
• Assist with the management of the FCCFA’s investment program and related portfolio.
• Support capital funding strategies and coordinate with financial advisors, auditors, and external partners as needed.

Major Project Financial Support

• Serve as a financial partner for large-scale capital projects.  Develop financing plans, assist with the issue of corresponding bonds, complete project cost projections and establish project priorities.
• Track project budgets, funding sources, expenditures, reimbursements and financial reporting deliverables.
• Prepare analysis to support funding proposals, legislative briefings, public documents and partner communications.

Accounting, Controls & Compliance

• Assist in maintaining strong internal controls, financial policies, and procedures consistent with GAAP and state requirements.
• Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and responses for the annual audit.
• Develop and implement internal processes that ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency as a public agency.

Contracts, Agreements & Financial Stewardship

• Review financial terms in contracts, operating agreements, and development documents.  Ensure financial compliance with all agreements.
• Assist with the preparation of federal, state and local grants. Help facilitate grant implementation and compliance.
• Support the CFO in monitoring financial performance across facilities, operators, and partner entities.
• Contribute to financial sections of RFPs, proposals and intergovernmental agreements.

Cross-Agency Leadership, Communication & Collaboration

• Work with leadership, operations teams, and partner organizations (City, County, Experience Columbus, Hilton, Legends Global, Columbus Arena Management) to support alignment across finance-related activities.
• Prepare financial presentations and briefing materials for the CFO, Executive Director and Board.
• Communicate financial concepts clearly to nonfinance stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in financial analysis, accounting, budgeting, debt management, economics, statistics, business administration, public administration or a related discipline.
• A master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for 1 year of experience.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills and advanced competency in financial modeling and forecasting.
• Considerable knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, statistics, operating and capital budget preparation, debt management practices and principles, program development, evaluation techniques and revenue and expenditure estimations.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information in a clear, concise and accessible manner. 
• Ability to write and speak effectively.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive financial and statistical reports, spreadsheets and charts.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing data, defining problems and recommending solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate across functions.
• General knowledge of public laws and regulations pertaining to fiscal matters and public contracting.
• Working knowledge of the hospitality industry, bond financing, management/accounting information systems and large capital project accounting and management is desirable.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, OPERS retirement plan and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth within a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to clemaster@fccfa.org using the subject line “Finance Director Application”.

The FCCFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.