Project Manager - Capital Construction - Non-Merit - Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A vacancy exists in Property Management, Office of Budget and Finance.

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

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. 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) or license(s) to your application.

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

Under general supervision, facilitates, coordinates and expedites the development, design, review, approval, and construction of County capital building projects and renovations.  This is commercial construction of various levels including new buildings requiring design, bid and construction. Each Specialist must manage multiple projects concurrently.  

• Plans, coordinates, and manages capital projects. 
• Manages the work of consultants, contractors, and others. 
• Coordinates project tasks with the work of other departments.
• Administers capital improvement construction contracts. 
• Using MSProject, coordinates work between contractors, consultants, County agencies, and other components of local government. 
• Arranges and conducts meetings with consultants, contracts, and the public. 
• Performs field inspections of sites.
• Establishes and manages capital budgets and schedules along with determining the method of contract delivery on construction projects.
• Reviews, approves, and comments on consultant proposals, plans, designs, and specifications to ensure compliance with County standards and objectives. 
• Utilizes GIS and computer aided drafting and design to make recommendations for solving technical design problems. 
• Maintains records and prepares reports of program activities.
• Administers County “on-call” construction contracts. 
• Coordinates all activities for the completion of a capital project, including the acquisition of all furniture, fixtures and equipment.
• Visits job sites where repair, renovation, or installation work is performed to ensure timely completion of projects. 
• Inspects work done by County maintenance workers and private contractors.
• Maintains records of labor hours and materials used to complete project.
• Oversees the utilization of space in County facilities and any relocation of County offices.

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent
plus 
six years’ experience in sub-professional engineering, construction (preferably construction), construction inspection, or a closely related field.

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

Licenses and Certificates 
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.  Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study.  Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.
(www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN:  Property Management Specialist - Capital (Specialist Manager) - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. 

Physical and Environmental Conditions 
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, climbing ladders, and other limited physical activities. Duties include travel to various work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.