Project Manager I or II - Construction Management

JOB INFORMATION

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full-benefitsThis professional position will plan and manage public works capital building, park, and watershed restoration projects for the Office of Project Management. The position will assist with the initial planning and budgeting phases, and continue through the design phase, bidding process, construction phase, and post-occupancy period of a wide variety of capital projects within Frederick County. Project-related activities will be coordinated with consultants, contractors, and County agencies. Supervision is received from the Assistant Chief of the Office of Project Management.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment

15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover

11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays

Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending

Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care

100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit

County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Vesting after 5 years of service

Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.

Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program

Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate design and construction activities with County agencies as they plan, program, and budget Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects

Prepare Requests For Proposals for selection of design consultants; make recommendations on the award of consultant contracts; manage and administer design and construction contracts

Compose project-related letters, memoranda, and reports

Create and maintain a comprehensive CIP project status report using Primavera Contract Manager or similar software

Establish project schedules and manage projects to stay on schedule

Review and prepare cost estimates and track project accounts to ensure that projects stay within budget

Review contract plans and specifications for compliance with governing codes and County specifications and requirements

Secure necessary permits and approvals for construction

Respond to technical questions and resolve field discrepancies that may arise during construction

Administer and negotiate claims and change orders

Prepare feasibility studies, plans, specifications, and contract documents for projects designed by County personnel

Assist in preparing and presenting information to elected officials, review boards, the general public, and other interested audiences (this may include evening meetings)

Staff Emergency Operations Center during inclement weather and other emergency events as required (this may include nights, weekends, and holidays)

Update and maintain procedures manuals

Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties do not cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

PROJECT MANAGER I (salary $70,095 - $112,152 per year)

Associate's degree

Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

Minimum 1 year of project management work experience in one or more of the following areas: vertical building construction/renovation, park land development, watershed restoration projectsPROJECT MANAGER II (salary $75,001 - $120,002 per year):

Associate's degree

Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

Minimum 3 years of project management work experience in one or more the following areas: vertical building construction/renovation, park land development, watershed restoration projectsKNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges

Working knowledge of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electric power design, systems, controls, and construction

Knowledge of EJCDC and AIA documents, specifications, and contracts

Familiarity with IBC, ASHRAE, ADA, NFPA, and various other building design and life safety codes

Ability to effectively plan and design in-house projects and prepare related estimates, plans, specifications, proposal forms, and bid packages

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects from feasibility study, design, bidding process, construction, and project close-out

Ability to effectively read, interpret, and review construction documents and specifications for all design disciplines related to building design and construction

Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment (e.g., project management, budgeting, word processing)

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with user agencies, engineering and design consultants, co-workers, regulatory agencies, contractors, and the general public

Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present clear and concise written and verbal reports for varied audiencesPREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Experience with ProCore construction management software

College Degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related fieldPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

While working in this position, this person is required to constantly sit and frequently walk

While working in this position, this person is required to constantly work indoors; occasionally work outdoors, walk on uneven ground, work in a noisy environment, near machinery, and wear protective equipment; and, rarely work in hot temperatures (above 100 degrees), cold temperatures (below 32 degrees), and in a dirty/dusty environment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

Ability to provide own transportation, as needed, for meetings and other commitments

Available for occasional evening/weekend hours as needed for meetings, special projects, etc.KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

An evaluation of training and requirements

One or more interviews

This description reflects management's assignment of essential duties; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to