Project Manager, Construction

Under general supervision, serves as project manager for Planning, Design and Construction for new construction and renovation capital improvement projects, Special Project Requests and 7330 Requests (third-party funded capital projects). Completes all administrative functions as the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) owner’s representative and ensures contractor compliance with construction plans, specifications, applicable building codes and construction practices. Oversees and coordinates the work of consultants, designers, and contractors. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Manages the day-to-day activities of Capital Improvement construction projects. Facilitates, coordinates, and guides development projects through the review and approval processes. Serves as the liaison between contractors, design consultants, and BCPS to address issues and coordinate the submittal and approval of plans. Resolves problems that delay or interrupt the process and expedites projects.

• Develops and implements scopes of work, cost estimates, design/technical submittal reviews, change order management and financial and schedule oversight.

• Oversees, coordinates, and guides permit applications through the review and approval process. Reviews architectural and engineering designs. Participates in pre-bid meetings. Reviews bid documents and contracts.

• Participates in pre-construction meetings with contractors. Meets with and coordinates project work with school-based administrators, contractors, and others.

• Manages project teams to assure consistency and conformance to negotiated time schedules and budgets. Works with contractors set and maintain deadlines, schedules, and budget.

• Supervises and assigns BCPS inspectors to construction projects. Reviews Inspector’s daily reports of project progress.

• Reports project budget and status to management. Initiates and updates project financial processes such as purchase order requests, change orders, and budget tracking. Maintains all project financials. Reviews and authorizes applications for payment and confirms completion of work to validate and execute progress payments.

• Ensures contractor compliance with architectural plans, specifications, applicable building codes, and construction practices. Upholds design standards during construction. Issues notices of non-compliance for work not conforming to design standards and acceptable levels of workmanship.

• Approves design revisions to accommodate site conditions and/or errors or omissions in the contract documents.

• Meets with contractors, developers, representatives of other agencies, the public, and others to resolve issues which arise during project construction. Attends various meetings to include progress, site-based personnel, and code inspections.

• Prepares correspondence related to projects. Gathers and assembles data required for state reports and other documents. Coordinates with contractors regarding warranty issues.

• Performs final inspection and prepares punch list ensuring that all punch list items are completed and conducts project close-out.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in construction, business management, or a related field preferred.
• Five years of experience in construction management.

Note: Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Licenses and Certificates:

• Possession of a Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.

• Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent is required.

Required licenses must be maintained throughout employment in this position or any other positions that require them.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of best practices of building construction.

• Broad knowledge of all facets of construction including Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Structural disciplines.

• Knowledge of construction contracts and contract documents.

• Knowledge of the principles of scheduling.

• Skill in project management, inspection, the preparation and review of construction documents, reading construction plans, preparing reports, and the use of Microsoft Office programs.

• Ability to review, interpret and enforce construction contract documents.

• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with contractors, school-based administrators, and others.

• Ability to climb ladders to access roofs and other construction site locations.

• Ability to give detailed, concise, and technical directions.

• Ability to communicate effectively, in both verbal and written formats.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class entails field visits of major construction sites. Work includes frequent walking, standing, climbing ladders, entering crawlspaces and exposure to potential hazards such as traffic, heavy equipment, and adverse weather. Duties entail frequent travel between project sites.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employees in this classification are Essential-As-Needed Personnel, which states that employees are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency when contacted and directed to do so.

Persons appointed to this class may be required to work during emergency events, subject to call to duty, and may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice.

FLSA: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.

GRADE: OPE Grade 05

SALARY: $81,118 - $130,478

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:

Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll

OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).

Application Instructions:

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.

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 only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
• Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency:

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information

Shawn Stahl, HR Manager

443-809-7872

sstahl@bcps.org