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Design & Construction Project Manager III (12593, 14800, & 13552, Grade 30)

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Riverdale, MD

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

Description

Description

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISMENT. 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 seeking multiple, results oriented, Design & Construction Project Manager III (Sr. Project Managers) in the Capital Planning and Development Division.
Under direction, the Project Manager III will proactively manage high-profile capital projects of County-wide significance with large visibility. We are looking for Sr. Project Managers to lead work on major work programs including, the Central Avenue Connector Trail, implementation of multi-generational facilities, regional park master plan implementation, ADA coordination, aquatic facilities, and more.

The incumbent must demonstrate abilities to manage multiple, high-profile priorities, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and deliver work products. This incumbent must be able to collaborate well with people inside and outside of the organization proactively share information to move projects forward. Incumbent will apply technical expertise to improve and add value to project delivery and consistently develops practical and creative solutions.
Important Skills:
Knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, techniques of design and construction, especially related to public and/or recreation projects (especially trails, accessibility, community, and aquatic facilities).

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Considerable skill in problem solving to select, organize, and logically process relevant information (verbal, numerical, or abstract) to solve a problem.

Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with business contacts in a professional manner; this includes skill in establishing and maintain effective working relationships with Commission staff, federal, state, and local agencies, vendors, professional consultants, contractors, and the public.

Considerable skill in using design and construction project management methods and techniques to manage complex, highly sensitive projects (or a portfolio).

Excellent working knowledge of directly related fields outside of the principal knowledge base(s) such as, but not limited to, environmental, geo-technical, civil, and structural engineering, architecture, landscape architecture and construction management.

Familiar with utilizing e-Builder or other web-based Project Management software. Skill in using a computer, modern office suite software (such as MS Office), enterprise software and specialized software (such as BIM, SketchUp and MS Project).

Please check us out at:
https://www.mncppc.org/4475/Central-Avenue-Connector-Trail-CACT.
https://www.mncppc.org/4983/What-is-a-Multigenerational-Center.

Examples of Important Duties

Under direction:
  • Serves as project manager for capital projects with the highest dollar value, most technically complex or highest profile involving programming, facility planning, design and construction.
  • Develops project objectives, scope, project schedules and budgets, and requests assistance or input, as appropriate, throughout the project.
  • Prepares, plans, and tracks project schedules and budgets, assigns project responsibilities, and coordinates the work to complete projects on schedule and within established budget.
  • Coordinates an internal interdisciplinary team, including landscape architects, engineers, planners, and construction project managers.
  • Manages consulting design professionals and construction manager contracts from feasibility through design and permitting phases. Conducts thorough, technically proficient, and timely reviews of work by outside consultants.
  • Monitors completion of assignments at each stage of a project for timeliness, accuracy, and effectiveness in meeting work objectives.
  • Coordinates and obtains required approvals, permits and inspections at appropriate timeframes to keep project on schedule and to avoid project delays.
  • Reviews preliminary design plans, facility plans, written reports, construction drawings, specifications, computations, cost estimates, maintenance, and operations manuals, bid forms, submittals, and shop drawings for quality assurance at appropriate stages.
  • Reviews work for thoroughness, accuracy, creativity, practicality, economy, compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and conformance with sound design and construction practices including state-of-the-art practices.
  • Reviews and approves design work and final construction documents and recommends certification or certifies portions of the work (including designs and final plans).
  • Reviews progress of construction work at regular intervals to ensure work is constructed according to the contract documents.
  • Maintains records and files and prepares reports. Uses established tools and processes for project management and coordination, established business processes, and other applicable policies, procedures, systems, and tools.


  • Minimum Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Engineering or in any related field.
  • Six 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 10 years.
  • Valid Registered Professional License issued by any state within the United States consistent with one's field of professional-technical expertise (Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Engineering) and the position of assignment is required for eligibility. A valid Registered Professional License issued by the State of Maryland consistent with one's field of professional-technical expertise is required within six months of appointment to a position in this class.
  • 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 & Construction Project Manager III (3162)

    May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

    DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
    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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