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Design and Construction Project Manager I (15146, Grade 22)

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Prince George's County, MD

Employer:  Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County
Category:  Other
Job Type:  Full Time

Description

Description

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), a six-time National Recreation and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Design & Construction Project Manager I in the Capital Planning and Development Division. The work program has significant impact to the life and well-being of Prince George's County residents, implementing new and modernized parks, trails, and recreational amenities across the County. We are looking for professionals that will bring passion and technical expertise to support complete design and construction projects.

The Project Manager I will act as the project manager for the life of assigned projects, including planning, design, and construction administration for assigned projects. The successful candidate will apply problem solving skills to provide coordination and direction for assigned projects. We are looking for Project Managers to lead work on critical projects focused on playgrounds, athletic fields, park renovations, trail improvements, small facility renovations, and removing physical ADA barriers.

Under direction, manages a limited range of projects to design and/or construct park/recreation facilities; works at the first level of project management across the continuum of planning, design (design development, contract documentation and cost estimating) and construction administration. Manages projects that are small to average in size. May manage multiple projects in various stages concurrently under the design-build or design-bid-build approaches; projects are funded in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) or the Major Maintenance Program (MMP).

Performs technical work in one's own field(s), helps ensure effective project budgeting and cost control, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, performs a range of project manager purchasing and contract administration functions, and helps ensure effective design (through consultants or in-house) and/or construction (through a general contractor or in-house facility management staff) and commissioning. The work has a critical impact on individual projects. Applies knowledge of architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, construction management along with good working knowledge of related fields to ensure complete, integrated designs/specifications and perform effectively as a design and/or construction project manager. Independently performs various types of analyses and solves conventional and non-standard problems, which include interactions of technical and non-technical variables. Interacts with people inside and outside the organization to exchange information, coordinate, instruct, guide, advise and obtain agreement or compliance or achieve other desired actions. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Work is assigned in terms of functions, priorities, requirements of specific assignments. The incumbent works in consultation with the supervisor and others to develop project objectives, scope, schedules and budgets; independently plans and carries out the work in conformance with these parameters, established policies and procedures and accepted practices of the field of work, and resolves commonly encountered problems by selecting and applying, or adapting and adjusting, the applicable guides. The incumbent is to keep the supervisor informed, and to seek assistance only for highly unusual matters. Work is expected to be effective - the incumbent is held responsible for results and is evaluated in terms of observance of Commission rules, policies and procedures, quality, quantity, timeliness, teamwork, customer service and such other factors as use of sound judgment in identifying and solving problems.

Examples of Important Duties

  • Manages capital improvement projects across the continuum of planning, design (design development, contract documentation and cost estimating) and construction. May also lead a specialized work portfolio of smaller projects.
  • Proactively prepares, plans and tracks project schedule and budgets, identifies deficiencies at early stages prior to adverse impacts and significant delays to projects.
  • Writes complete and clear scopes of work for professional services needed during a project. Reviews proposals and recommends contract awards.
  • Manages and coordinates professional services and vendors across varied disciplines to complete assigned projects. Coordinates work to complete projects on schedule.
  • Engages internal and external stakeholders throughout the project to inform, guide, and advise on project scope, goals, requirements, milestones, and deliverables.
  • Monitors completion of assignments at each stage of project for timeliness, accuracy and effectiveness. This may include ensuring required approvals, permits and inspections at appropriate timeframes to keep the project on schedule and avoid project delays.
  • Effectively and professionally communicates and reports on project status for internal and stakeholders. Initiates and conducts effective progress meetings at regular intervals during design and/or construction including preparation of agendas and meeting minutes.
  • Reviews all project work products for thoroughness, accuracy, practicality, economy, compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and conformance with sound design and construction practices. Reviews preliminary design plans, written reports, construction drawings, specifications, computations, cost estimates, bid forms, submittals, and shop drawings for quality assurance, and provides input, at appropriate stages.
  • Reviews progress of construction work at regular intervals to ensure park/space/facility is constructed according to the contract documents.
  • Maintains records and files, prepares regular reports.
  • Provides technical support to other projects within the Commission.

  • Important Worker Characteristics

  • Knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, and techniques of one's own field(s) of technical expertise such as, but not limited to, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering and construction management.
  • Good working knowledge of directly related fields outside one's principal knowledge base(s) such as, but not limited to, environmental, geo-technical, civil and structural engineering, architecture, landscape architecture and construction management.
  • Building and building (MEP) system functionality, maintainability and sustainability. Construction practices and the characteristics and uses of construction and building materials. Key aspects of land surveying pertinent to projects. County*, Maryland* and Federal codes, industry standards and other guidelines affecting space/facility design and construction such as County soil erosion, sediment control, stormwater management and forest conservation requirements, building codes, use and occupancy requirements, fire protection and historic preservation requirements, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) requirements, various Code of Maryland (COMAR) Titles, American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards for various materials, products and methods of construction, Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Guidelines for Design of Public Playgrounds, and accessibility provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Skill in using design and construction project management methods and techniques.
  • Knowledge of Commission organization, policies, and procedures
  • *Typically acquired or fully developed primarily after employment in this job class*

    B. Skill in problem solving to select, organize and logically process relevant information
    (verbal, numerical or abstract) to solve a problem. This includes the ability to identify subtle aspects of problems and make recommendations and decisions. Examples include applying a variety of quantitative and qualitative measures to project management problems; assessing project scope, approaches; developing preliminary designs and specifications and reviewing proposals and detailed designs/specifications; quality assuring construction; and reviewing change orders and invoices.
    C. Skill in communication to understand verbal and written information (including facts, assertions and arguments), draw inferences, form hypotheses and develop logical arguments, and to express such information so that others will understand and agree or comply. This includes skills in actively listening to ascertain key information including concerns, wants and needs of others, in expressing information in ways that help people in both technical and non-technical disciplines understand both technical and non-technical issues, and in communicating effectively to obtain desired actions including agreement or compliance.
    D. Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with business contacts in a businesslike, customer service-oriented manner; this includes skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and working as a member or a leader of a team.
    E. Skill in using a computer, modern office suite software (such as MS Office), enterprise software and specialized software.

    Minimum Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Engineering or a degree in any related field.
  • Two years of progressively responsible designer and/or construction manager experience that includes substantive work in the range of duties and responsibilities in this class specification.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 6 years.
  • Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.


  • Supplemental Information

    Classification Specification: Design and Construction Project Manager I

    This position may be subject to medical, drug, and alcohol testing

    The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

    Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

    If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

    M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

    THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

    2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES

    The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.

    Eligibility
    You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.

    Retirement Programs
    • Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.

    PlanEmployee ContributionPlan C9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

    • Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC 457 plan (Optional)
    • Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)

    Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.
    • Medical
      • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan - (15%)
      • UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
      • UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
    • Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%)
    • Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%)
    • Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
      • Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

    Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
    • Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $3,200
    • Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $5,000

    Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
    • Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
    • Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

    Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
    • Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

    Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
    • Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
    • Automatic coverage with opt-out provision

    Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
    • Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
    • Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

    Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
    • Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
    • Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
    • Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

    Leave Programs
    • Annual: 15 days per year
    • Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
    • Sick: 15 days per year
    • Holidays: 11 days per year

    Other Benefits
    • Credit Union
    • Employee Assistance Plan
    • Legal Services Plan
    • Tuition Assistance Program
    • Wellness Program
    • Work-Life Program

    For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
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