Contingent Architectural Project Manager - Department of General Services

Position Summary

Professional architectural / engineering and project management work at the staff level. This role involves providing technical expertise necessary to carry out the planning, design, and construction of new county buildings as well as renovation projects within county facilities. The Project Manager – Owner’s Representative will oversee and manage the planning, design, and construction of new capital building projects on behalf of the owner, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with the owner’s objectives, contractual requirements, and industry best practices.

Responsible for architectural / engineering planning and design, and design and construction management including preliminary architectural design, space planning, site inspection, facility assessments, ADA compliance reports, preparatory construction documents for minor renovations using CADD or Revit, cost estimates, coordination of architectural design with engineering disciplines, and ensuring code compliance. Duties also include negotiation of A/E fees, review of conceptual designs, change order negotiation, punch list preparation, final inspection, and acceptance.

The position coordinates County contracts such as Security, AV, Signage, and Moving. Projects typically range from $1 million to $20 million in construction costs.

• Oversee all phases of capital building projects from initial planning and design through construction and closeout, managing scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder alignment.

• Serve as primary liaison between owner and project teams (architects, engineers, contractors, regulatory agencies), coordinating feasibility studies, meetings, and ensuring quality and compliance.

• Handle contract administration, procurement, and financial oversight: review proposals, negotiate contracts, manage change orders and payment applications.

• Conduct risk assessment and schedule management, proactively addressing delays and unforeseen challenges.

• Ensure quality control through site inspections, compliance reviews, and final project handover.

• Use architectural / engineering design software and project management software to review works.

• Advise the Bureau and other county agencies on design and construction to align with stakeholder needs and industry best practices.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture and four (4) years of related professional architectural / engineering and project management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Registered Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect in the state of Maryland.

To apply, complete an employment application online. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application. Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks. Submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications referenced on your application. Applicants with U.S. outside education must provide proof of equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.

Howard County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants needing accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources at Hiring Preference.

Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.