Construction Representative: Systemic (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district in Maryland is seeking a Construction Representative to oversee systemic replacement and renovation projects. The role involves ensuring compliance with standards, inspecting construction sites, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction management and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in supervision of general commercial construction work.
• Proficiency in HVAC, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Inspects construction projects for compliance with plans and regulations.
• Attends progress meetings to discuss project-related issues.
• Keeps records and makes reports of inspections.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Education

Associate's Degree in engineering/construction management

Job description

Title Code:

Construction Representative: Systemic

JOB SUMMARY
Serves as inspector and technical resource on school systemic replacement and renovation related construction projects. Ensures conformance with contracts, codes, regulations, statutes, ordinances, Maryland State Department of Education, and Anne Arundel County Public Schools standards, and use of appropriate materials and methods.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Emergencies
• Evenings/Nights
• Holidays
• Outside of normal business hours
• Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as an on-site representative to inspect systemic school replacement and renovation related construction projects to assure construction is being carried out according to plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Checks condition of foundations, excavations, and underground utilities.
• Checks floors, walls, ceilings, partitions, interior finishes, and roofs during and after new construction, renovation, or alteration stages of construction work.
• Checks mechanical, electrical, plumbing, communications and life safety systems during and after new construction, renovation, or alteration stages of construction work.
• Attends progress meetings and discusses project related problems in order to eliminate delays in construction.
• Performs inspections of construction practices, material quality and related matters of safety and assists in making periodic and final inspection upon completion of building elements.
• Keeps records and makes reports of inspections.
• Confers with architects, engineers, builders and regulators on construction practices and related matters of safety.
• Inspects reported complaints, malfunctions and punch-list items; evaluates problems; and follows up on corrections.
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary during and outside of normal business hours.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Technical or Vocational School Beyond High School required; or
• Some College Level Courses in basic engineering/construction management required; or
• Associate's Degree in basic engineering/construction management or related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

• Two (2) years experience in the supervision of general commercial construction work as a site superintendent, construction foreman, project manager, contractor/owner’s representative, inspector or related position required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Demonstrated proficiency in General Contracting such as HVAC, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with contractors, manufacturers, consultants, governmental regulators and AACPS staff.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Ability to employ business technology tools (e.g. E-mail, AACPS Intranet, electronic benefits enrollment tool, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Certified Construction Manager (CCM) issued by Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) preferred; or
• Hold or be eligible for Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification issued by Project Management Institute (PMI) preferred.
• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
• Proof of a good driving record required.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Board Vehicle

CAREER LADDER REQUIREMENTS

Qualification Requirements for Employment in Higher Grade as a New Hire or Transfer requires:

• Two (2) additional years successful experience required.
• Achievement of Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or Completion of coursework or workshops leading towards professional certification required.

Eligibility for Consideration for Advancement from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Two (2) years continuous successful experience in the position at the Lower Grade level.
• Mastery of all responsibilities and duties of the position.
• Evidence of completion of additional training that may be recommended by supervisor and/or participation in approved professional development programs or courses, approved in advance by the supervisor. Successful completion of a minimum of one professional development within the last two years is required. Successful completion of job specific professional developments identified on the job description, performance evaluations and/or the supervisor’s documented recommendation are required.
• Achievement of identified goals as they relate to the needs of the district and as established by the supervisor.
• Consistent maintenance of an effective and orderly work environment.
• Consistent compliance with general office procedures such as standards contained in the AACPS Employee Handbook; demonstration of discretion and excellent customer service; regular and punctual attendance; and building dress code, including wearing AACPS ID badge.
• Above Satisfactory overall job performance for the two most recent consecutive years of Performance Ratings.
• Letter of Recommendation written by the supervisor.

Additional Requirements for Advancement from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Achievement of Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or Completion of coursework or workshops leading towards professional certification required.

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Wrist deviation: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Balancing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Stooping: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Kneeling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Crouching: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Crawling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Twisting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Squatting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Construction site: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Temperature Change: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Exposure

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather related): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor weather conditions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

• 30% daily day travel within the county to construction sites.

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 5/1/2024 Established Date: 2/1/2000 Title Code: E41364 Title: REPRESENTATIVE: CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMIC Alternate Title: Construction Representative: Systemic Reports to Generic: Manager Reports to Specific: MANAGER: SYSTEMIC PROJECTS

ORGANIZATION

Division: Operations Business Unit: Facilities Department: Planning, Design & Construction Negotiated Agreement: N/A

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: V Days Worked: 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt Grade: PG10;PG11

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Essential Job: Months Worked: 12 Hours Worked: 8 Job Family: Workplace Environments Sub-Function: Design and Construction

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