Capital Maintenance Project Engineer II

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Telework opportunities

Free mass transit

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Health coverage

Pension plan

Job summary

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) Facility Engineering Division seeks a qualified professional to direct and coordinate facility engineering work for State-owned buildings. This position will travel statewide to assess facilities, prioritize repair projects, and ensure compliance with state standards.

Responsibilities include design and construction documentation, bid management, procurement coordination, and ensuring projects meet schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in construction project management, construction cost estimation, project cost analysis, preparing cost estimates, preparing project specification and evaluating A/E schedules, estimates and project scope.
• Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position.
• Two (2) years of experience in capital budgeting, developing rough order of magnitude estimates, and reviewing A/E prepared estimates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Internal Construction Document Design: Evaluates program letters and creates bid documents with using agency coordination.
• Contract Approval/Construction: Manages contracts and change orders; ensures completion per specifications.
• Procurement Actions: Prepares bidding documents and coordinates dates with procurement office.
• Professional Services Construction Document Design: Manages A/E design contracts and ensures design meets project justification and industry standards.
• Design or A/E Selection, Negotiation and Management: Involves using agency in selection and design; negotiates A/E fees.

Skills

Construction project management

Cost estimation

Cost analysis

A/E schedules

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

DGS Design, Construction & Energy
301 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position will support the Department of General Services (DGS) Facility Engineering Division (FED) that supports State owned buildings. This unit is within the DGS Office of Design, Construction & Energy (DCE). This position directs and coordinates facility engineering work in a Statewide maintenance and repair program involving the inspection, design and repair of systems and utilities related to the maintenance of buildings and grounds. Identify, prioritize and monitor the maintenance and repair of State-owned facilities according to State policies and standards. Utilize funds to prevent the deterioration of State facilities and avert potentially life-threatening conditions. This includes DGS, MDH, Vet, Milit, DJS, DPSCS, HSMCC, DLLR, MDA, MDE, MDP, MEMA, MPT, MSP, and the MD School for the Deaf. The work requires travel to sites throughout the State in order to assess the condition of the facility and determine the necessary projects and prioritization of these repair projects.

Position Duties

Duties To Include But Not Limited To

• Internal Construction Document Design : Evaluates the program letter and project justification submitted by the facility. Creates bid documents in coordination with the using agency to include specifications/project manual. Assembles bid documents and submit for solicitation. Manages projects through bid process, construction, and substantial completion. Completes all appropriate documents associated with the project.
• Contract Approval/Construction : Prepares appropriate agenda items for approval of contract in accordance with MD Procurement Regulations. Manages and/or coordinates projects with the using agency and DGS Construction Division during the construction phase to assure completion of project in accordance with specifications. Develops and manages all approved and assigned emergency projects. Approves changes as necessary to the scope of work, reviews and approves proposed change orders and approves any additional funding in accordance with DGS procedures. Maintains electronic PCO/Change Order Log in project folder drive. Reviews and approves invoices within 3 days of receipt.
• Procurement Actions : Prepares bidding documents incorporating the A/E construction design into the DGS procurement package. Coordinates the advertising date, the pre-bid date, and the bid date between the DGS Procurement Office, and the using agency and submit package for procurement.
• Professional Services Construction Document Design : Manages the A/E design contract to assure coordination between the A/E and the using agency to obtain a design that matches the project justification and meets the standard for the industry for construction. Evaluates and requests changes as necessary on all A/E submittals. Conducts CD review meetings. Reviews/Approves estimates prepared by A/E.
• Design or A/E Selection, Negotiation and Management : Evaluates the program letter and project justification submitted by the facility to determine what if any professional A/E service is required. Involve the using agency throughout the selection and design process. Negotiates the A/E fees and obtain procurement approval as required.
• Meetings/Miscellaneous : Attends all meetings as necessary, resolving issues and providing project management insight. Processes invoices in accordance with regulations. Reviews documentation as submitted and approve as necessary

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Six years of experience, two years of experience as an Engineer in the building construction, renovation or maintenance fields and an additional four years of experience performing maintenance or construction engineering work in facility and maintenance system work.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university and two years of experience as an Engineer in the building construction, renovation or maintenance fields for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Civil Engineer Corps classifications or Construction Engineering Technician, or Civil or Combat Engineering specialty codes in the Engineering field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Selective Qualifications

Applicants must possess the following additional qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding all qualifications. Two (2) years of experience in construction project management, construction cost estimation, project cost analysis, preparing cost estimates, preparing project specification and evaluating A/E schedules, estimates and project scope.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in capital budgeting.
• Two (2) years of experience developing rough order of magnitude estimates.
• Two (2) years of experience reviewing A/E prepared estimates.
• Two (2) years of experience providing cost-related technical review comments on project plans and documents

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please include all experience and education that is related to this position. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.

Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position. You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.

The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED. The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended. The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews. Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.

Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

Employees may be required to carry an electronic paging device or provide the employing agency with a telephone number where the employee can be reached.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available, for those who qualify
• Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays
• Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
• Employee & employer contributory pension plan

Contact [e-mail] or call 410-767-4987 with questions about this recruitment.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.