Capital Project Manager - Non-Merit (Recreation and Parks)

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

A Non-merit vacancy exits in the Department of Recreation and Parks for a Capital Project Manager.

Non-merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week. Plus, County benefits.

Employees in this position may be required to work and respond to calls and emails during non-regular hours.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s), professional license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, facilitates, coordinates and expedites the development, design, review, approval and construction of complex county capital building projects and renovations.

• Plans, coordinates and manages complex capital projects.
• Coordinates and reviews the work of professional and sub-professional engineering, technical and inspection staff.
• Manages the work of consultants, contractors and others.
• Coordinates project tasks with the work of other agencies.
• Administers capital improvement construction contracts.
• Coordinates work between contractors, consultants, county agencies and other components of local government.
• Administers county “on-call” construction contracts.
• Facilitates and coordinates the development, design, review, approval and construction of capital improvement projects with the support of Property Management and other county agencies.
• Inspects work done by county maintenance workers and private contractors.
• Coordinates all activities for the completion of a capital project, including the acquisition of all furniture, fixtures and equipment.
• Coordinates project tasks with the work of other agencies.
• Ensures county procurement policies and procedures are being followed.
• Monitors the unit’s budget and use of contracts.
• Participates in pre-bid and pre-construction meetings with contractors.
• Establishes and manages capital budgets and schedules along with determining the method of contract delivery on construction projects.
• Arranges and conducts meetings with consultants, contractors and the public.
• Manages and supervises personnel overseeing county capital building projects and renovations.
• Manages the work of consultants, contractors and others.
• Monitors productivity and workflow of employees, and ensures adherence to established deadlines and schedules.
• Maintains records of labor hours and materials used to complete project.
• Maintains records, and prepares reports of program activities.
• Oversees the utilization of space in county facilities and any relocation of county offices.
• Participates in the preparation and formulation of the Capital Projects annual budget, and works with agency fiscal staff to help facilitate budget and capital grants management.
• Responds to inquiries and resolves complaints.
• Visits job sites where repair, renovation or installation work is performed to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Performs field inspections of sites.
• Reviews, approves and comments on consultant proposals, plans, designs and specifications to ensure compliance with county standards and objectives.
• Solves and approves solutions to engineering, design and construction problems.
• Uses facility management software to schedule and track projects and work orders.
• Conducts employment interviews.
• Conducts performance evaluations, and administers counseling and discipline as warranted.
• Completes special projects as assigned. Represents the division in meetings and on committees.br>;

Qualifications

Education
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.

Additional qualifying education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required experience.

Training and Experience
Six years of experience in sub-professional engineering
Or
Six years of experience in construction, construction management or a closely related field, four years of which are in the construction of public projects
Or
Maryland Licensure as a Professional Engineer

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, tools and techniques of construction and engineering.
• Knowledge of mathematics and bookkeeping as it relates to the principles and practices of construction.
• Knowledge of land surveys, deeds, plats and construction drawings.
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word).
• Skill in drafting, computational and design work.
• Skill in the review of plans, drawings and specifications.
• Skill in the preparation and review of technical and statistical reports.
• Skill in solving drafting and design problems.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and manage a capital project.
• Ability to direct the work of professional engineering, sub-professional engineering, technical and inspection staff.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, county staff and IT consultants.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with vendors and sub-contractors.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of computer-aided drafting and design.
• Knowledge of computers and software used to conduct computer modeling and engineering studies.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Skill in planning, coordinating and managing a major capital project.
• Skill in directing the work of professional engineering, sub-professional engineering, technical and inspection staff.
• Skill in reviewing, interpreting and enforcing construction contract documents.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and fluid environment.
• Ability to manage input to payroll systems.
• Ability to manage compliance in a government setting.
• Ability to contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Highly effective communicator with ability to prepare and present clear and accurate information.
• Ability to work across organizational units.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of the position requires time in the office managing projects as well as time actively traversing a construction job site. This requires walking on uneven and potentially slippery terrain, walking all levels of stairs, climbing ladders, and getting around active job sites to inspect and manage work.

Minor lifting may be required.

Possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver’s license is required at the time of appointment.

Employees in this position may be required to work and respond to calls and emails during non-regular work hours.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.