Deputy Director of Capital Project Management

La Plata, United States

Summary

The hiring salary range for this position is $118,576.90 - $192,094.39 annually, commensurate with experience.

Open until filled with a best consideration date of September 8, 2025.

Charles County Government is seeking a dynamic Deputy Director to assist the Director of Public Works by managing the administration and financial functions of the Capital Project Management (CPM) Divisions. This role involves budget development, administration and management of CPM programs, acting as interagency liaison, and planning, organizing and directing the Capital Services and Utility Projects Divisions. The Deputy Director of Capital Project Management (CPM) will lead, guide, and mentor mid-to senior level capital and construction management professionals and will be responsible for assuring the effective design, development, and carryout of a number of engineering and construction project contracts concurrently. Work is performed under broad administrative direction, with the employee responsible for determining work plans, methods and procedures, and guiding divisional activities to achieve required goals and objectives.

Essential Job Functions

Performs complex analyses of and develops recommendations to the Director, to assist in the management of the division’s functions.
Works with Division Chiefs to plan, direct, control and coordinate diverse work programs involved in managing the divisions. Assists the Director in establishing and monitoring controls to evaluate performance in meeting programmed County objectives.
Assists the Director in the management of positions and personnel to make best use of employees; selects employees and develops their capabilities; advises Division Chiefs and supervisors regarding counseling employees and administers discipline; handles human resource matters in accordance with county policy and procedures.
Actively support the Director in the leadership, vision setting, policy development, and management of the Department of Public Works in collaboration with the other Deputy Directors
Direct and oversee the work and activities of the design, construction and completion of capital projects in critical areas including, but not limited to: water and sewer, traffic engineering, modeling and geographic information, resilience infrastructure, buildings, sidewalks and Utilities.
Responsible for establishing construction specifications and inspection protocols; must develop and maintain policies and procedures and guidelines for construction management work.
Maintain frequent contacts with engineering/architect firms to ensure capital projects meet contract requirements on costs, structure, project design, engineering, architectural plans, schedule and work.
Oversee the inspection of all construction through each phase, provide guidance concerning construction materials, change orders, requisitions, schedules, and any changes to be made by the architects and engineers to upgrade efficiency and maintenance of materials, machinery or equipment.
Make presentations to community leaders, elected officials, and management on capital projects as they relate to the scope, cost, schedule, environmental impact and citizen concerns.
Supervises direct reports who oversee engineering and technical staff: assigns and reviews work, and takes actions to adjust work, staffing and operations to meet requirements. Oversee the selection, training and evaluation of staff, and takes appropriate actions to improve performance when necessary. Initiates actions regarding hiring, transfer, promotion, payroll, leaves, performance and other personnel actions.
Coordinate with the Purchasing division to develop an annual procurement plan for design and construction contract awards to support the multi-year CIP budget plan, and monitor the execution of this plan to ensure that requests for proposals, scopes of services, bid packages, contracts, amendments and other documents for selection and contracting of goods and services for the department are developed and awarded in a timely manner.
Coordinates with outside agencies and other county departments, especially the Department of Planning and Growth Management, Department of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, and the Department of Fiscal and Administrative Services, to ensure the effective integration and hand-off from the project construction phase to the facility inspection and maintenance phase/program and other cross-cutting issues.
Acts as a liaison between Federal, State, and Local Governmental agencies whose policies, laws, regulations, and directives impact departmental and County activities, operations, projects and programs.
Develops comprehensive budgets and cash flow projections based upon approved programs, resource parameters, technological enhancements, and County policies and procedures; exercises internal fiscal control, reviews capital and asset proposals and contracts.
Serves on committees and work groups as assigned.
Performs related work as required.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience:

College or advanced degree in architecture, engineering, environment, management, law or related field and ten (10) years of progressively responsible managerial experience in an engineering, finance, construction, public administration, or similar field.

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid driver's license.

Special Requirements/Qualifications:

This position is required to receive climate competency training level 1.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles, concepts and techniques pertaining to management of capital improvement projects.
Knowledge of effective methods and techniques of organizing and managing project and engineering services.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to build an effective team that reflects and advances our core values.
Knowledge of laws, statutes, ordinances, and design details of the State of Maryland and Charles County.
Ability to make effective decisions by analyzing information and considering priorities and variables including funding, staffing, and community/external pressures.
Knowledge of climate science, and the specific effects of climate change expected to impact Charles County.
Knowledge of government and private sector procurement, contract management and human resources management practices and processes.
Knowledge of governmental fiscal policies, procedures, and legal mandates including the budget process.
Knowledge of design and construction processes for storm drainage systems, stormwater management facilities, stream restoration measures and other infrastructure.
Knowledge of/experience in managing a large number of projects through a team of direct reports in a cross-functional environment.
Ability to effectively present written, oral and electronic communications related to project management and evaluation of consultant and contractor performance.
Ability to act as a representative of Charles County Government to the public.
Ability to keep the County Administrator and all relevant parties informed on major issues and programs and to recommend changes as appropriate.
Ability to review, evaluate and initiate appropriate action on technical and legal reports, contracts, and documents concerning departmental matters.
Ability to make quick decisions and effectively implement actions related to them
Ability to organize and direct large-scale capital improvement programs.
Ability to analyze and understand engineering problems and implement actions to address them.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is mostly sedentary with periods of light physical activity and is performed in office surroundings. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally and to use normal or aided vision and hearing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office and plant surroundings environment.

Department/Division: Public Works

Pay Grade:122

FLSA Status: Exempt

Telework Eligible: Yes

Reports To: Director of Public Works

Supervises: Chief of Capital Services, Chief of Utility Projects

Charles County Government
BENEFITS SUMMARY
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Health Insurance
Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost: Blue Choice Advantage and HMO Open Access plans, including prescription and vision coverage. CareFirst and Delta for dental coverage.

Flexible Spending Account
Provides medical and dependent care options.

Supplemental Income Products
Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, and Hospital Indemnity Policy.

Long Term Disability Insurance
No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability, up to $5,000/month. Retiree Health Insurance New hires who elect health insurance coverage with County Government are enrolled in a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Account (VEBA). This coverage allows employees to pay health insurance premiums and other medical expenses following retirement or separation from employment.

Life Insurance
No charge to employees (valued at 1.5x the annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies available.

Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan) 401(a) Plan — Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week. Participation is mandatory.

Deferred Compensation Plan
457(b) Governmental Plan — Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.

Employee Leave

Charles County Government full-time employees earn annual, sick, and paid time off (PTO).
The County currently recognizes 20 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Away from work programs like paid parental leave and FMLA are available to employees.

Transfer of Sick Leave
New hires may be eligible to receive credit for up to 400 hours of sick leave from their previous employer when they begin employment.

Work Schedules

Most work weeks are 37.5 hrs, and some positions may offer the opportunity for flexible work schedules or allow telework.

Additional Fringe Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement for full-time employees upon completion of probation period
Discounted, Onsite Childcare at a County Government facility.
House Keys 4 Employee Program offers assistance to full time employees who are first-time homebuyers.
Free, Employee Wellness Programs
Legal Resources (prepaid benefit)
Employee Assistance Program (free, short-term counseling)

Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted. Effective: March 1, 2025

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