Facility Development Manager

Job Title

This position manages and supervises the Office of Project Management, overseeing the planning, development, and execution of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and maintenance projects.

• Supervise the work of professional and support staff members; administer related personnel functions
• Manage and supervise the Office of Project Management for the planning, distribution, and execution of Capital Improvement Program and Maintenance Systemic projects
• Develop new Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects including scope, budget, and schedule for the annual fiscal planning cycle
• Provide ongoing support to DPW management, Budget Office, CIP committee, and County Executive's Office throughout project development and execution
• Monitor progress of project execution
• Provide project schedules and updates
• Prepare and deliver quarterly and monthly updates on project status, change orders, schedules, and staff workload to internal stakeholders
• Administer personnel functions, perform personnel recruitments, conduct performance evaluations, and resolve personnel issues
• Direct the review of construction plans for compliance with County policies, regulations and design criteria
• Train new staff on job duties and participate in professional development activities including industry seminars and certification updates
• Perform other related duties as required

The qualifications / requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical demands 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of work experience in public works operations, maintenance, or infrastructure management, which must Include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff

Substitutions for the above-listed required education and experience are a Master's Degree in business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field with 5 years experience as described above which must include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff or an Associate's Degree in business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field with 9 years experience as described above which must include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Advanced knowledge of construction principles, planning, and development
• Advanced knowledge of local, state, and federal construction codes and regulations
• Knowledge of budgetary and fiscal matters in relation to capital improvement projects
• Skilled in supervision and management of other employees
• Skilled in managing multiple and varied construction programs
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including public speaking skills and the ability to prepare and present clear, concise written and spoken reports and statistical information
• Ability to effectively plan and prepare accurate estimates, specifications and budgets
• Ability to effectively deal with construction claims, change orders and, if needed, arbitration
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Licensed Professional Engineer or Professional Architect in the State of Maryland
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS /

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; and frequently walk
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors

• Available for varied working hours as needed to accommodate meetings, contractors' schedules, emergency events and other commitments

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@Frederick

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