Project Manager
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.
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)
- 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
- 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
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.
Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
Coordinate design and construction activities with County agencies as they plan, program, and budget Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projectsPrepare Requests For Proposals for selection of design consultants; make recommendations on the award of consultant contracts; manage and administer design and construction contractsCompose project-related letters, memoranda, and reportsCreate and maintain a comprehensive CIP project status report using Primavera Contract Manager or similar softwareEstablish project schedules and manage projects to stay on scheduleReview and prepare cost estimates and track project accounts to ensure that projects stay within budgetReview contract plans and specifications for compliance with governing codes and County specifications and requirementsSecure necessary permits and approvals for constructionRespond to technical questions and resolve field discrepancies that may arise during constructionAdminister and negotiate claims and change ordersPrepare feasibility studies, plans, specifications, and contract documents for projects designed by County personnelAssist 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 manualsPerform other related duties as requiredQualifications 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 degreePossession of a valid automobile operator's licenseMinimum 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 degreePossession of a valid automobile operator's licenseMinimum 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 privilegesWorking knowledge of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electric power design, systems, controls, and constructionKnowledge of EJCDC and AIA documents, specifications, and contractsFamiliarity with IBC, ASHRAE, ADA, NFPA, and various other building design and life safety codesAbility to effectively plan and design in-house projects and prepare related estimates, plans, specifications, proposal forms, and bid packagesAbility to effectively manage multiple projects from feasibility study, design, bidding process, construction, and project close-outAbility to effectively read, interpret, and review construction documents and specifications for all design disciplines related to building design and constructionAbility 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 publicStrong 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) certificationExperience with ProCore construction management softwareCollege 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 walkWhile 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 environmentAdditional Information / Examination Process
Ability to provide own transportation, as needed, for meetings and other commitmentsAvailable for occasional evening / weekend hours as needed for meetings, special projects, etc.Kind of examination (may include) :
An evaluation of training and requirementsOne or more interviewsFrederick 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 Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov