Manager III, Grade M3
About The Position
The Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services is seeking a Manager III to lead the Residential Plan Review Section within the Residential Construction & Fire Code Compliance Division. The role manages the review, interpretation, and approval of residential construction plans for new construction and alterations, ensuring public safety through effective application of residential building, structural, electrical, mechanical, and energy conservation codes. The manager serves as the County’s technical expert for residential plan review operations, overseeing technical assessments and a high-volume portfolio of residential construction documents. The position also oversees local and State code amendments and adoption, provides input on pending legislation, and works with a broad range of stakeholders to explain requirements and resolve disputes. The manager supervises seven technical and professional staff and supports the department’s policies, programs, and customer service.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Five years of progressively responsible professional experience as a construction or design professional in residential construction in a local government or firm.
- Two years of supervisory experience within the required experience.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction engineering, building technology, construction management, or a related area.
- Experience supervising technical or professional staff of plan reviewers, architects, or in related areas.
- Experience participating on committees and providing comments on pending local or State legislation.
- Experience delivering presentations to different stakeholders.
- Experience drafting recommendations, policies, interpretations, or similar materials.
Responsibilities
- Manage the Residential Plan Review Section and oversee review, interpretation, and approval of residential construction plans for new construction and alterations.
- Serve as the technical expert for County residential plan review operations; approve structural design alternatives, evaluate engineering modifications, and ensure reviews conform to applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
- Manage engineering and technical assessments of residential construction documents, including plans for single- and two-family homes, townhomes, accessory dwelling units, complex structural additions, and solar infrastructure.
- Oversee amendment and adoption of local and State codes, and review and comment on pending local and State legislation.
- Engage with builders, developers, architects, engineers, community and civic leaders, and elected officials to explain regulatory requirements, resolve disputes, and serve as a liaison.
- Ensure consistent application and interpretation of codes, requirements, policies, and procedures.
- Coordinate activities with other Department sections, County departments, and external stakeholders.
- Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations supporting department programs, policies, and procedures.
- Lead and supervise seven technical and professional staff; assign cases and permit reviews, delegate work, and conduct quality reviews of staff output.
- Develop, communicate, and implement goals and priorities; monitor performance and take appropriate action.
- Monitor and evaluate service delivery methods and procedures, and work with staff to provide exceptional customer service.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
