Construction Manager (14311, Grade 32)

Description The Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County, seeks a dynamic leader for the Capital Planning and Development Division. The Supervisor of Construction is a critical and strategic position that focuses on managing a portfolio of park development projects in the Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation. The Capital Planning and Development Division is responsible for implementing the Department's significant Capital Improvement Program through facility planning, design, and construction of parks and recreation facilities throughout the County. This senior management position provides strategic leadership and oversight, responsible for the coordination, supervision and direction of the Construction Section. This section oversees capital projects under construction through project closeout for parks and recreation facilities. To guarantee success in this function, the ideal candidate must have a solid understanding of construction project management, strong communication skills, and balance multiple priorities. The candidate must be able to oversee and manage relationships with internal staff, contractors, consultants and permitting officials whose roles are critical to ensure that projects are delivered in accordance with department standards and as efficiently as possible. Examples of Important Duties These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. * Manages a Countywide construction management work program and unit; assigns and reviews the work of the unit, ensures work program and unit effectiveness. Directs, coaches and develops construction project managers. Supervises and oversees the work of consultants and contractors, including third-party construction inspectors. Ensures Commission representation at, and inspection of, M-NCPPC projects under construction. The team also represents M-NCPPC on development on M-NCPPC property done by others. * Leads in the construction phase by representing the M-NCPPC and protecting its interests. Ensures individual and collective project cost control; schedule management; quality assurance; oversight of estimating; construction, permit(s) closeout, FF&E, move-in services, records, and project closeout. Manages the oversight of inspection services that monitor and account for quantities, quality, substitutions, contractor staffing, workmanship, and compliance with the contract documents and the design intent. Possesses skill and ingenuity in overcoming technical and non-technical problems (including teamwork and intra-agency and interagency coordination problems). * Promotes collaboration within the unit supervised and facilitates inclusion and sound group decision-making. Meets regularly with Divisional Sections Supervisors and staff to coordinate construction projects and resolve problems. * Performs a full range of supervisory human resource (HR) management functions, unit wide and ensures adherence to equal employment opportunity (EEO) functions. * Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders; purchasing, evaluation of construction bids for award; contract administration and payment functions; provides support during design phase by reviewing plans, making constructability analyses, compliance with building codes and project improvement recommendations to designers. * Communicates and interacts with Commission staff and external stakeholders to ensure effective and timely communication. Attends meetings as needed with community groups, public officials, representatives from other agencies and other stakeholders to share project information. Actively listens to gather key information and develop options and solutions that incorporate key stakeholders concerns into projects. * Ensures project status and documentation of project information through the use of Departmental communication tools and e-Builder Project Management Information System (PMIS). * Stays abreast of current and new trends in construction management and technology, materials, means and methods, practices; evaluates potential for application in Commission projects and makes recommendations to the Divisional management team. Minimum Qualifications * A Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Architecture or a related field. * Seven years of progressively responsible construction management experience that includes substantive work in the range of duties and responsibilities in this class specification. * An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 11 years. * Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment. * Must obtain and maintain a Maryland Responsible Person Certificate ('green card') for soil erosion and sediment control within six months. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Desired: * Education, professional experience or training indicating the ability to perform successfully as a first level supervisor demonstrating the ability to plan/assign/review work, deploy personnel, monitor work operations, obtain effective results and perform a full array of supervisory HR management functions. * Master's degree in construction management or an appropriate discipline. * Other certifications such as: CMAA's Certified Construction Manager (CCM) Certification; MI's Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification; and/or USGBC's LEED AP BDC Certification. * Proficient knowledge of construction project management practices; knowledge of management practices and principles, financial reports and budgets. * Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Commission managers and staff, federal, state and local agencies, vendors, professional consultants, contractors, and the public. * Strong computer and software skills with MS Office, e-Builder (or other PMIS enterprises), MS Project (or other scheduling software) and Building Information Model (BIM) platforms. * Considerable skill in problem solving to select, organize, and logically process relevant information (verbal, numerical or abstract) to solve a problem. * Proficient knowledge of Prince George's County, Maryland codes, as well as Federal codes and other guidelines affecting design and construction. Examples include building codes; use and occupancy requirements; County Third Party Inspection Program (TPIP); County soil erosion, sediment control, stormwater management, forest conservation requirements; US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) requirements; Federal and Maryland construction safety standards; various Code of Maryland (COMAR) Titles; American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards for various materials, products and methods of construction; Green Building Codes; and the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Supplemental Information Class Specification:Construction Manager -3145 May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing. Working Conditions:Works in indoor and outdoor settings. May be exposed to inclement weather and construction site hazards, including at times being in close proximity to energized equipment and moving vehicles. Maintains situational awareness, adheres to established safety procedures, takes care and wears personal protective equipment to minimize potential hazards to self. May be subject to various job demands such as high volume of work and tight deadlines during peak periods and a 'fluid' work environment. May also be subject to holdover and recall for various functions. DIVERSITY STATEMENT: The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selection Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

Location: Riverdale, MD, US

Posted Date: 6/17/2025