Project Manager I - III

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Monday - Friday; full benefits
 
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.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy.  For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.

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.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 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). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 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.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
• Coming in 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

• 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 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

 
Project Manager I Requirements ($70,095.00 - $112,152.00 annually):

• 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 automobile operator's license

Project Manager II Requirements ($75,001.00 - $120,002.00 annually):

• Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of field work experience as a project manager of commercial site development or public works infrastructures 
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

Project Manager III Requirements ($80,252.00 - $128,402.00 annually):

• 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 
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

NOTE: Placement into a I, II, or III position level is based upon such qualifications as education, work experience, and relevant certification.  The upper pay ranges reflect possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy.  For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• 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

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR: 

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or a related field
• Experience with MS Project, Primavera, or other project management software and AutoCad or other similar 2D & 3D engineering drawing software
• Possession of Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Water and Sewer system design or construction experience
• Experience with Infiltration and Inflow (I/I) investigations and evaluations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is frequently making repetitive motions, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching and driving; occasionally climbing, lifting up to 20 pounds, lifting between 20-50 pounds, pushing up to and over 40 pounds, pulling up to and over 40 pounds and reaching
• While working in this position, the employee is frequently working indoors, outdoors, walking on uneven ground, in dirty and dusty environments and near machinery; occasionally in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, in cold temperatures below 32 degree and required to wear protective equipment; rarely work at heights and below ground level

• Ability to provide own transportation as needed for site visits, meetings, etc.
• Available for other working hours as needed
• In concert with the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002, verification of employment eligibility and a criminal background check may be conducted

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include): 

1. An evaluation of training and experience
2. One or more interviews

 

Salary : $70,095 - $128,402