Contract Project Coordinator I

Prince George's County Government; Largo (MD); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 66.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Prince George's County Government’s Department of Public Works & Transportation seeks a Contract Project Coordinator I to assist in monitoring Storm Drain Maintenance construction projects, enforce contract requirements, and support field inspections.

The role involves preparing inspection reports, reviewing plans and change orders, coordinating with project managers, and ensuring compliance with codes, plans, and specifications.

Formación

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in Structural or Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field.
• One year of experience in inspection, construction supervision or construction engineering.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver's license.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct on-site field inspections of construction projects, perform in-field measurements of excavation and materials quantities to monitor progress and payment, and determine compliance/non-compliance with plans and specifications.
• Enforce requirements of the Contract Documents, including General Conditions, Standard Specifications, Contract Drawings, Bid Specification Manual, Permits, and State and local codes and ordinances.
• Review project plans, specifications, and cost estimates at each submission phase to determine if submitted plans and specifications comply with contractual requirements.
• Review change orders, verify and process general contractor payments.
• Perform daily on-site field visits to construction sites to monitor and determine the progress of projects/jobs.
• Perform follow-up inspections and overview of inspections performed by others to determine compliance status and notify the Supervisor if compliance is not obtained.
• Inspect the materials delivered to the project site to ensure they are in compliance with contract documents.
• Observe and document critical components of construction to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Monitor the project sites for any potential safety violations.
• Prepare documentation related to pre-construction conditions of each project site via video recording and digital photographs and document construction and noncompliance issues with photos.
• Maintain communications through consultations with project managers, supervisors, other governmental personnel, citizens, professionals, contractors, and officials.
• Create and maintain a copy of all plans, addenda, specifications, and correspondence relating to each project.
• Provide written results of each inspection or investigation that documents the progress of work/quality of work, weather conditions, number, and type of personnel on-site, and any problems with the project work and quantities of items completed.
• Assist with reviewing and analyzing proposals for change order claims and contract disputes.
• Assist Supervisor, and Project Managers in data collection (utility, property, file, research, etc.), recording of easements/agreements in land records, resolving of Office of Law issues, filing for permits for construction, performing field measurements, drafting construction cost estimates, and drafting scope of work for proposed projects.
• Participate in constructability reviews and provide comments on plans and specifications before project advertisement for bid and review projects under construction.
• Act as a liaison to the Department and other agencies to address issues that pertain to the Section.
• Prepare draft correspondence to the public regarding inspection results, the status of complaint referrals, and outcomes of all drainage complaints.
• Identify and initiate the resolution of potential issues to ensure compliance with established Office practices and procedures.
• Advise supervisor of potential problems and sensitive concerns in detail to enable resolutions before they are referred to a higher level; and,
• Perform other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level associated with the employee's class of work.
• Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergencies or special activities.

Conocimientos

Engineering/Architecture background

Inspection experience

Construction supervision

Driver's license

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, Architecture, or closely related field

Descripción del empleo

Come join our team!

The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Contract Project Coordinator I (Contract Project Coordinator 1A) grade A18 position in the Office of Storm Drain Maintenance.

About the Position

This is entry level professional office/field engineering and administrative work to assist in monitoring County construction projects and assist in evaluating related construction problems, ensure compliance with plans, specifications, codes. The incumbent is responsible for managing the contractor’s work on various Stormwater Infrastructure Capital Improvement Projects and Maintenance sites, ensuring that work is performed in accordance with project plans, scope of work, specifications, contract requirements, codes, ordinances, and standards. Assignments require using enforcement tools and reading and interpreting contracts, plans, codes, and specifications to direct others so that compliance is swiftly secured. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level supervisor and the Chief of Stormwater Infrastructure. Upon the satisfactory completion of a probationary period, entry level incumbents will be non-competitively promoted to full performance Contract Project Coordinator II level.

About the Agency

The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area -- all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the County’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.

• Conduct on-site field inspections of construction projects, perform in-field measurements of excavation and materials quantities to monitor progress and payment, and determine compliance/non-compliance with plans and specifications.
• Enforce requirements of the Contract Documents, including General Conditions, Standard Specifications, Contract Drawings, Bid Specification Manual, Permits, and State and local codes and ordinances.
• Review project plans, specifications, and cost estimates at each submission phase to determine if submitted plans and specifications comply with contractual requirements.
• Review change orders, verify and process general contractor payments.
• Perform daily on-site field visits to construction sites to monitor and determine the progress of projects/jobs.
• Perform follow-up inspections and overview of inspections performed by others to determine compliance status and notify the Supervisor if compliance is not obtained.
• Inspect the materials delivered to the project site to ensure they are in compliance with contract documents.
• Observe and document critical components of construction to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Monitor the project sites for any potential safety violations.
• Prepare documentation related to pre-construction conditions of each project site via video recording and digital photographs and document construction and noncompliance issues with photos.
• Maintain communications through consultations with project managers, supervisors, other governmental personnel, citizens, professionals, contractors, and officials.
• Create and maintain a copy of all plans, addenda, specifications, and correspondence relating to each project.
• Provide written results of each inspection or investigation that documents the progress of work/quality of work, weather conditions, number, and type of personnel on-site, and any problems with the project work and quantities of items completed.
• Assist with reviewing and analyzing proposals for change order claims and contract disputes.
• Assist Supervisor, and Project Managers in data collection (utility, property, file, research, etc.), recording of easements/agreements in land records, resolving of
• Office of Law issues, filing for permits for construction, performing field measurements, drafting construction cost estimates, and drafting scope of work for proposed projects.
• Participate in constructability reviews and provide comments on plans and specifications before project advertisement for bid and review projects under construction.
• Act as a liaison to the Department and other agencies to address issues that pertain to the Section.
• Prepare draft correspondence to the public regarding inspection results, the status of complaint referrals, and outcomes of all drainage complaints.
• Identify and initiate the resolution of potential issues to ensure compliance with established Office practices and procedures.
• Advise supervisor of potential problems and sensitive concerns in detail to enable resolutions before they are referred to a higher level; and,
• Perform other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level associated with the employee's class of work.
• Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergencies or special activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in Structural or Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field.
• One (1) year of experience in inspection, construction supervision or construction engineering.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver's license.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION

Salary Range Transparency:

The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates:

November 16-27, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location:

1801 McCormick Drive, Largo MD 20721

Conditions of Employment

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Be willing to participate as an "essential" employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency operations as assigned.
• Must successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment vehicles associated with this class.
• Must meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Incumbents must be able to wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Incumbents must be willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.