Posting Details
Position Information
Functional Title
Construction Manager
Recruitment Category Type
Standard
Functional Category
Engineering & Construction
Grade
GS.14
FLSA Status
Exempt
Requisition Number
25-0045
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Level
Section Manager
Job Code
N/A
Job Description Summary
Organization Name
Pipeline Construction
Reports to
Division Manager, Pipeline Construction
Full or Part Time
Full Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
Position Location
Temple Hills
Position Summary Information
General Summary
The Construction Manager is responsible for managing and directing the daily operations of pipeline construction. The Construction Manager manages complex construction contracts and is responsible for the inspection of new pipeline construction, management and inspection of existing water transmission and distribution systems rehabilitation, sewer collection systems rehabilitation, bi-county house connection installations, roadway paving and repaving, and landscape restoration contract operations within the sanitary district.
Essential Functions
- Supervises personnel including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination and cascading information
- Acts as the representative of the pipeline construction division manager as the engineering authority on complex systems construction contracts
- Reviews existing specifications, design critiques and methods for each of the new systems' construction, reconstruction and rehabilitation projects for constructability and adherence to WSSC Water contractual guidelines and recommends improvements
- Schedules and conducts preconstruction meetings with contractor, sediment control specialist, state, county and local agencies
- Responsible for contract administration including the preparation of engineer presentations on matters of dispute with contractors, approval of change orders, field orders and payments to the contractor
- Ensures change orders comply with the delegated level of authority relative to cost and time.
- Negotiates with contractors to obtain acceptable costs for proposed changes, preparation of unit budget and monitoring expenditures
- Manages a $40 million budget
- Prepares and updates daily, weekly, monthly reports, log sheets and other reports as required
- Ensures conformance and adherence to WSSC Water standard practices and procedures and safety requirements and recommends and implements changes to them
- Acts in the role of Pipeline Construction Division Manager and other members within the division as needed
- Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
- Prepares bid-ready contract packages for landscape restoration, street paving, consultant inspection services and water and sewer pipeline house connection contracts
- Solicits bids and prepares scope of work for all expedited projects from various divisions within WSSC Water
- Coordinates work to be completed with various divisions within WSSC Water
- Meets and determines if new contractors have the experience and resources needed to successfully perform on non-bid pipeline construction work
- Monitors and tracks performance of all contractors and ensures debarment procedures are followed when required
- Receives, reviews and approves/processes submittals, closed circuit television videos, and associated reports from contractor
- Trains or provides training for technical contract supervisors, contract support technicians, and inspectors
- Ensures that all training classes are tracked and certifications are kept current
- Attends community outreach meetings, ensures public service is maintained and complaints are addressed on all projects
- Performs other related duties as required
Work Environment And Physical Demands
- Role requires field and office work
- Will be exposed to the seasonal fluctuation in temperatures
- Required to enter confined spaces (large diameter pipes, manholes, vaults, etc.) with exposure to loud noises, fumes, odors, dusts, and poor ventilation that would require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment to mitigate these conditions
- Must be able to lift objects that weigh up to 50 lbs.
- Work varies with task assignments and location
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Thorough Knowledge of:
- State-of-the-art construction contract management principles and practices
- Knowledge of soils compaction methods and testing
- The principles and practices of new pipeline and rehabilitative construction
- WSSC Water General Conditions, Standard Specification, and Standard Details
- WSSC Water Policies and Procedures
- Federal, Maryland State, and Montgomery and Prince George's Counties' regulations and policies as they relate to procedures relating to new construction
Required skills to include:
- Basic line and grade practices
- Proficient with industry standard computer programs, including MS Office applications
- Skill in making basic engineering computations
Required Ability to:
- Interpret construction plans and drawings
- Plan and organize work involving multiple priorities
- Plan, assign and supervise the work of technical subordinates
- Communicate well verbally and in writing
- Enforce environmental and safety requirements
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field of study
- 6+ years contract experience with a state or local government agency, or with a public or private utility
- 2+ years supervisory experience
OR
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 10+ years contract experience with a state or local government agency, or with a public or private utility
- 2+ years supervisory experience
Additional Requirements
- Possession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
- Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Preferences
- Experience managing water and sewer pipeline construction contracts
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Maryland
- Experience in construction management software
- OSHA 30 certification
Salary
$99,260 - $168,741
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date
09/09/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.