Project Manager I - III

Frederick County Government•Division of Water & Sewer Utilities - Frederick, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This professional position will participate in all phases of project management for water and wastewater Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects for the Department of Engineering and Planning. Supervision is received from the Project Manager IV or Department Head. 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.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or a related field
Minimum 1 year of field work experience as a project manager of commercial site development or public works infrastructures
Possession of a valid driver's license
Considerable experience or training in computer applications, sufficient to effectively access and utilize project management, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of surveying, civil engineering and project management with ability to effectively manage projects through study, design and bidding process, and develop special provisions and addenda where appropriate
Considerable knowledge regarding the processes associated with the acquisition of easements and real property
Knowledge of MD Department of the Environment (MDE), Ten States Standards , AWWA Standards, and Environmental Protection Agency requirements for design, construction and operation of water and wastewater systems
Familiarity with MDE Water Resources Admin./Corps of Engineers, MDE Water Appropriation and Use Permits, Soil Conservation District, Potomac Edison/First Energy, MD State Highway Admin., and Frederick County building permit requirements for review and construction procedures
Ability to effectively read, interpret and understand plans and specifications associated with the water and wastewater industries (e.g. architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing etc.)
Strong and effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present clear, concise written reports and information, as well as effective spoken presentations before varied audiences
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with developers, engineering consultants, coworkers, other government agencies and the general public
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or a related field
Minimum 5 years of field work experience as a project manager of commercial site development or public works infrastructures

Nice To Haves

Work experience with MS Project, Primavera, Procore or other project management software
Possession of Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Water and sewer system design or construction work experience including service connections, lines, pump stations, treatment facilities, and modelling
Possession of Professional Engineer’s license

Responsibilities

Prepare requests for proposals for engineering services; assist in selection of consultants; present recommendations to the Consultant Selection Committee
Review and track progress payments, project costs and design or construction change orders, requests for information (RFIs), potential change orders (PCOs)
Compose and prepare professional correspondence, memorandums, and other written work related to review of plans and specifications
Coordinate property rights acquisition with the Land Acquisition Specialist
Process applications for various local, State and Federal permits; process and track applications for revolving loan or grant monies
Coordinate study/design contracts with local, State and Federal government agencies
Provide assistance to construction management personnel during construction of CIP projects and/or certain developer projects
Prepare and present information to public officials, citizens and groups; interact with consulting engineers, developers, attorneys and the public
Assist in preparation of the yearly CIP and project budgeting
Make onsite inspections of water and wastewater facilities for compliance with plans, specifications, etc.
Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

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)
Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
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
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Deferred Compensation Plan
Legal Resources
Supplemental Life Insurance
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan