Contingent Architectural Project Manager - Public Works Bureau of Facilities Special Project
Contingent Architectural Project Manager - Public Works Bureau of Facilities Special Project
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$ 62400 - 156000
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POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
Professional architectural / engineering and project management work at the staff level. Work 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. Project management of building projects including management of budget schedule design and construction. The Project Manager Owners Representative will oversee and manage the planning design and construction of new capital building projects on behalf of the owner. This role is responsible for ensuring that projects are delivered on time within budget and in alignment with the owners objectives contractual requirements and industry best practices. The Project Manager will coordinate with architects engineers contractors and other stakeholders to facilitate effective decisionmaking and resolve project challenges. Key responsibilities include project planning contract administration budget management schedule oversight risk assessment and quality control. Work includes regular communication with the public contractors design professionals other agencies and groups.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
This position is responsible for architectural / engineering planning and design design and construction management including: Preliminary architectural design Space planning Site inspection Preparing and reviewing facility assessments ADA compliance reports Preparing Architectural construction documents for minor renovations using CADD or Revit Editing standard construction specifications Preparing preliminary cost estimates Coordinating architectural design with engineering disciplines Interpreting design guidelines Working with County Officials for building permit zoning and historic preservation approval filing for building permits; Preparing A/E SOWs Negotiating A/E fees Reviewing conceptual designs and providing written comments for completeness code compliance Bureau standards and customer requirements Reviewing A/E submissions such as progress and final construction drawings and specifications;; Providing design direction and guidance to the A/Es; Reviewing cost estimates Negotiating Construction Contracts Preconstruction planning Onsite construction management/ coordination RFI resolution Change Order negotiation Punch list preparation final inspection and acceptance. Position is responsible for coordinating County contracts such as Security AV Signage and Moving. Projects include major building renovations major repairs major additions and new construction Project size typically $1 million to $20 million in construction costs.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management: Owners Representative will oversee all phases of capital building projects from initial planning and design through construction and closeout. This role involves managing project scope schedule and budget while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations. The Project Manager will serve as the primary liaison between the owner and project teams including architects engineers contractors and regulatory agencies. Responsibilities include coordinating feasibility studies facilitating meetings and ensuring project requirements are met with high standards of quality and compliance.
The Project Manager will also handle contract administration procurement and financial oversight ensuring cost control and proper funding allocation. This includes reviewing proposals negotiating contracts and managing change orders and payment applications. Risk assessment and schedule management are critical aspects of the role requiring proactive problemsolving to address delays and unforeseen challenges. Additionally the Project Manager will ensure quality control through site inspections and compliance reviews leading to a smooth project handover and operational readiness. Effective communication reporting and stakeholder coordination will be essential to successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
Uses architectural / engineering design software to review architectural or engineering works including project management software.
Advises the Bureau and other county agencies on the design and construction of new and renovation projects ensuring that projects function effectively align with stakeholders needs and comply with industry standards regulations and best practices.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Architecture and four 4 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATES LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
Possession of a valid drivers license.
Registered Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect in the state of Maryland.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
TO APPLY:You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening background screening and reference checks.
At time of application please submit a copy of any college degree coursework licenses or certifications that you have referenced on your who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Howard Countyis an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity equity and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion age sex ancestry creed national origin disability status genetics marital statusmilitary service sexual orientation gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at .Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Gig
