Capital Project Manager

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a dedicated project manager with extensive experience in capital improvement construction projects. This role involves overseeing projects from inception through completion, ensuring compliance with timelines and budgets while managing teams effectively.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree, significant experience in the commercial building sector, familiarity with project scheduling software, and a clean Maryland driver's license. An array of benefits including comprehensive health coverage and retirement plans is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial building and construction.
• Thorough knowledge of modern construction management techniques.
• Valid Maryland driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams to ensure compliance with schedules.
• Schedule, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Resolve problems during construction to ensure timely completion.

Skills

Project management

Construction oversight

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project scheduling software

Word/Excel

CAD programs

Job description

Class Description

The purpose of this class is to provide all project management and oversight of all capital improvement construction projects.

Minimum Requirements

This position requires a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five years of concurrent experience in the commercial building and construction industry overseeing and managing small (tenant fit‑out) through large scale building projects. Candidates with some college and a minimum of 10 years requisite experience may be considered. Thorough knowledge of modern construction management techniques, practices and the ability to firmly and professionally interact with architects, engineers, contractors and public regulatory agencies. A proven track record of successfully managing construction projects that were completed on schedule and within budget. Experience with computerized project scheduling software, Word/Excel and CAD programs are required as well as a valid Maryland driver's license with a clean driving record. Knowledge of procurement and administration of public sector building and construction projects is preferred.

Class Specific Essential Duties

1. Facilitate, coordinate, and guide projects through the review and approval process.
2. Manage project teams to ensure consistency and conformance to negotiated time schedules.
3. Ensure compliance with project‑specific program requirements.
4. Prepare project reports, as required.
5. Define scope, goals and deliverables that support the College’s goals in collaboration with senior management.
6. Serve as liaison between client, consultants, and contractors during construction.
7. Schedule, supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff, as required.
8. Monitor budget; may coordinate purchasing and approve expenditures.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

Position Specific Essential Duties

1. Design the project which meets the clients’ requirements.
2. Meet with clients to establish an understanding of their goals.
3. Follow the project through the permitting process.
4. Assist Purchasing during the bidding process.
5. Resolve problems during construction to ensure on‑time completion.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

CCBC Full Time Benefits At A Glance

Health and Medical

• CIGNA
  • Cigna Open Access Plus (OAP)
  • Cigna Open Access Plus In Network (OAPIN)
• Kaiser

Prescription Drug Benefits:

• For CIGNA Plans – included in Cigna Plan Medical Premiums
• Kaiser – included in Kaiser Medical Premium

Mental Health

Emotional, drug/alcohol abuse treatment, both inpatient and outpatient, provided when pre‑approved. Premium included in medical care plan.

Dental Benefits

• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Traditional
• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Preferred

Vision Benefits

• NVA

Flexible Spending Accounts

• Benefit Strategies Health Spending Account $2,600
• Benefit Strategies Dependent Care (children under 13 and eldercare) $5,000

Term Life Insurance: MetLife

• Employee Basic Life Insurance is 1 times your salary with a minimum of $50,000 (90/10)
• Employee Supplemental Life Insurance is available in multiples of $10,000 with a maximum of $200,000. Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available for spouse (increments of $10,000 to a maximum of 50% of employee combined basic and supplemental amount) and dependents ($10,000). Supplemental Term Life Insurance is 100% employee paid.

Permanent Whole Life Insurance: Unum

• Permanent Whole Life Insurance with Optional Long Term Carerider available through Unum. Available to full‑time employees, part‑time associates, and adjunct faculty.
• Spouse and dependent coverage available. Permanent Whole Life Insurance accrues cash value, premiums will not increase, and coverage will not decrease. Permanent Whole Life Insurance is 100% employee paid.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment: The Hartford

Individual or Family Coverage. Employee pays a rate in multiples of $10,000 to a maximum of $300,000.

Long‑Term Disability

Plan pays 60% of gross monthly salary after 90 consecutive days of absence. Employee pays 100% of premium.

Retirement Plans

• Maryland State Teacher’s Pension System (7% contributory)
• Optional Retirement Plan (non‑contributory)
• Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System (7% contributory)

Supplemental (Retirement Annuities) 403(b) and 457(b)

• Tax‑sheltered annuities – 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint.
• Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allows employees to contribute after‑tax dollars and then withdraw tax‑free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA‑CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part‑Time Associates and Full‑Time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre‑tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post‑tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions.
• Deferred Compensation Plan – 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint.

Legal Services

Legal Resources is a pre‑paid legal voluntary benefit for advice, consultation and representation for commonly used legal services.

Credit Union

First Financial Federal Credit Union membership available to employees.

Direct Deposit

No waiting for your check on payday. The money is already in your account, whether you are at work or on vacation. Mandatory payroll direct deposit allows employees the control and flexibility of directing their pay to different accounts at any bank, in any location.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Cigna Behavioral

Free personal advocates assisting you and any household member to resolve any issues.

Paid Leave Benefits

Academic, Bereavement, Sick and Safe Leave, Jury Duty, Religious Holidays, Military Leave, Sabbatical, Personal, Vacation, and Holidays.

Tuition Assistance

Eligible full‑time employees may qualify for waiver or reimbursement programs. Spouses and legal dependents up to age 22 are eligible for reimbursement with proof of successful completion and a C or better grade. Employee’s eligible for Tuition Assistance become eligible for the external Tuition reimbursement program the first semester after one calendar year of employment. Eligibility for waiver or reimbursement for CCBC courses begins after the completion of a 90‑day probation for public safety and classified employees.

Academic Cash Award

Classified employees are eligible for a lump sum award of $500 for completion of an unduplicated college degree.

McDaniel College’s Educator’s Legacy Scholarship Program

CCBC is proud to offer an exciting new benefit to all benefits‑eligible employees! Read more.

McDaniel College has extended its Educator’s Legacy Scholarship (ELS) program to CCBC benefits‑eligible employees. Children of any current full‑time benefits‑eligible CCBC employee with at least four years of continuous full‑time employment are eligible to receive a scholarship valued at up to $100,000 over four (4) years. The scholarship will first take effect in the fall semester. The CCBC Employee Benefits Team will provide verification of employment. Excellent teaching is McDaniel College's priority and its legacy. The College's expert faculty‑mentors empower students to achieve their personal best, and many graduates go on to become top K‑12 educators. Since 2010, four of McDaniel's graduates were named state Teachers of the Year, including the 2011 National Teacher of the Year Michelle Shearer. McDaniel is ranked among Money Magazine's 50 Best Liberal Arts Colleges and offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study. The personalized curriculum and student‑faculty collaboration develop the unique potential in every student. McDaniel College welcomes the sons and daughters of CCBC employees!

Mandated Federal Benefits

Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, Social Security.

For Your Convenience

• ATM machines are available at each of the main campuses
• Check cashing with appropriate ID
• Free Parking
• Access to weight‑lifting facilities, swimming pool and library