Maintenance/Construction Project Manager

United States

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Office of Continuous Improvement

Job Classification Title

Maintenance/Construction Proj Mngr II (NS)

Position Number

65040392

Grade

NC20

About Us

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.

Description of Work

This position is Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with applicable State Benefits.*

This position manages the day-to-day operations of the central DEQ facility maintenance team to address maintenance issues and provide solutions to minimize work interruptions. Work is supervisory, administration, and para-engineering work in the management of routine and non-routine operations regarding the construction, maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment. Serves as a technical resource providing advice, guidance and leadership regarding procedures, and documentation for facility performance requirements in compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Manages the design and construction process for capital improvement projects and represents the department’s interests at construction meetings, conferences and inspections.
Conducts bid openings, bid evaluations, recommends award of construction, repair and maintenance projects at a variety of buildings and structures at DEQ locations across NC.
Coordinate maintenance and repair projects from design, bidding, construction, change orders and project completion.
Responsible for the day-to-day management and maintenance of all DEQ owned and leased sites.
Coordinate major repair work with vendors and contractors.
Supervise staff.
Create and manage spreadsheets used to track preventative maintenance measures and capital improvement projects.

This position requires a valid NC Driver's License.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $67,852 - $108,863

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

The Office of Continuous Improvement:

The Office of Continuous Improvement (OCI) enhances the performance of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality by fostering compliance and efficiency across diverse projects. As a fluid team of multidisciplinary, collaborative problem-solvers OCI leverages business processes, data analysis, compliance, and engineering expertise to drive improvement.

Embedded within DEQ Divisions, OCI is a hub of expertise, developing and strengthening processes and workflows that support DEQ's mandate to deliver federal funding effectively and equitably for infrastructure, energy, and resilience projects. OCI is charged with helping DEQ teams solve challenges, break down cross-organizational silos, provide data strategy, technical support, and policy expertise. OCI's goal is to deliver impactful results while upholding regulatory standards, ultimately contributing to more efficient and effective environmental stewardship for North Carolina.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities or Construction Management or related Engineering field from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of related experience in construction project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Jean Buchanan

Recruiter Email:

hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov

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