Sr Supervisor, Construction & Improvement

Overview

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Job Description

Provides managerial oversight of construction/design staff who oversees all phases of various capital construction projects. In addition to managing general FCI staff and projects, this position will directly oversee the Special Projects Group (SPG). The SPG coordinates and manages the intake and processing of special project requests and other unique tasks that require a dedicated approach due to time, budget, or specialty scope constraints.

Oversees and tracks capital project budgets for new and renovation construction projects, providing regular feedback to the Director and Managers.

• Serves as Senior Supervisor in Construction and oversees the SPG. Supervises project management staff assigned to manage the construction of complex school facility improvement projects. Collaborates with the design Senior Supervisors during the bid phase of select projects, coordinating project budgets, scope, and schedule.
• Coordinates warranty and related work with other offices within the Department of Facilities Management and Strategic Planning.
• Tracks and reports capital project budget compliance during the design and construction phase of projects.
• Involved in the selection of construction manager consultant teams, as well as design consultants assigned to various projects.
• Identifies and coordinates professional development opportunities for all FCI staff.
• Consults with other construction Senior Supervisors to assign staff to projects. Holds regular update meetings with project managers to resolve issues and provide technical advice.
• Provides final level review of construction change orders, Requests for Information (RFI), and contractor requisitions during the construction phase. Reviews account funding to maintain budget projections.
• Administers and reviews contracts, contract interpretation, construction documents, and claims related to ongoing projects. Reviews contracts for adherence to contract documents, schedules, and costs.
• Coordinates efforts of various Baltimore County Public Schools’ divisions as they relate to capital projects. Resolves issues which affect the interests of BCPS. Provides advice and guidance to management and staff regarding engineering and capital improvement matters.
• Assists the Manager of Construction with the evaluation and interviewing of potential consultants for construction management and inspection services. May be a panel member on consultant selection committees.
• Works with county, state and federal agencies, including the Interagency Commission on Public School Construction and the Department of General Services. Collaborates with consulting engineers, architects, and others to investigate and resolve engineering matters.
• Travels to and inspects construction sites, offices, and schools throughout Baltimore County, as needed.
• Approves and oversees staff regarding onboarding, absence management, performance evaluations and other personnel issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and

Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in construction management, business management, engineering, architecture, or related field is required.
• Ten years of progressively responsible experience in construction project management.
• Five years’ experience at a supervisory level.
• Experience in public K-12 education is preferred.

Licenses And

Certifications:

• Possession of a license as a Certified Construction Manager, Professional Engineer or Architect in Maryland is preferred.

Note:

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform the duties of the position may be considered.

• Comprehensive knowledge of construction and engineering theory.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of building design and construction.
• Comprehensive knowledge of capital project management, including contract administration and budget preparation.
• Working knowledge of CADD…