Project Manager, Facilities Construction & Improvement

Job Description

Under general supervision, serves as project manager for Planning, Design and Construction for new construction and renovation capital improvement projects, Special Project Requests and 7330 Requests (third-party funded capital projects). Completes all administrative functions as the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) owner’s representative and ensures contractor compliance with construction plans, specifications, applicable building codes and construction practices. Oversees and coordinates the work of consultants, designers, and contractors. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Manages the day-to-day activities of Capital Improvement construction projects.Facilitates, coordinates, and guides development projects through the review and approval processes. Serves as the liaison between contractors, design consultants, and BCPS to address issues and coordinate the submittal and approval of plans. Resolves problems that delay or interrupt the process and expedites projects.

Develops and implements scopes of work, cost estimates, design/technical submittal reviews, change order management and financial and schedule oversight.

• Oversees, coordinates, and guides permit applications through the review and approval process. Reviews architectural and engineering designs.Participates in pre-bid meetings.Reviews bid documents and contracts.
• Participates in pre-construction meetings with contractors.Meets with and coordinates project work with school-based administrators, contractors, and others.
• Manages project teams to assure consistency and conformance to negotiated time schedules and budgets. Works with contractors set and maintain deadlines, schedules, and budget.
• Supervises and assigns BCPS inspectors to construction projects.Reviews Inspector’s daily reports of project progress.
• Reports project budget and status to management.Initiates and updates project financial processes such as purchase order requests, change orders, and budget tracking.Maintains all project financials. Reviews and authorizes applications for payment and confirms completion of work to validate and execute progress payments.
• Ensures contractor compliance with architectural plans, specifications, applicable building codes, and construction practices. Upholds design standards during construction.Issues notices of non-compliance for work not conforming to design standards and acceptable levels of workmanship.
• Approves design revisions to accommodate site conditions and/or errors or omissions in the contract documents.
• Meets with contractors, developers, representatives of other agencies, the public, and others to resolve issues which arise during project construction.Attends various meetings to include progress, site-based personnel, and code inspections.
• Prepares correspondence related to projects. Gathers and assembles data required for state reports and other documents. Coordinates with contractors regarding warranty issues.
• Performs final inspection and prepares punch list ensuring that all punch list items are completed and conducts project close-out.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree preferably in construction or business management. Five years of experience in construction management.

Note:Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Licenses And Certificates

Possession of a Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.

Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent is required.

Required licenses must be maintained throughout employment in this position or any other positions that require them.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of best practices of building construction.Broad knowledge of all facets of construction including Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Structural disciplines.Knowledge of construction contracts and contract documents.Knowledge of the principles of scheduling.

Skill in project management, inspection, the preparation and review of construction documents, reading construction plans, preparing reports, and the use of Microsoft Office programs.

Ability to review, interpret and enforce construction contract documents.Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with contractors, school-based administrators, and others.Ability to climb ladders to access roofs and other construction site locations.Ability to give detailed, concise, and technical directions.Ability to communicate effectively, in both verbal and written formats.

Physical And Environmental Conditions

The work of this class entails field visits of major construction sites.Work includes frequent walking, standing, climbing ladders, entering crawlspaces and exposure to potential hazards such as traffic, heavy equipment, and adverse weather.Duties entail frequent travel between project sites.

Conditions Of Employment

Employees in this classification are Essential-As-Needed Personnel, which states that e mployees are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency when contacted and directed to do so.

Persons appointed to this class may be required to work during emergency events, subject to call to duty, and may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid vacation, paid holiday’s, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

RETIREMENT:Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System

Grade

Grade 05 - 12 Month OPE Pay Scale

SALARY: $77,477 to $124,622 (Annual Salary Scale for Exempt 12-Month Employees Represented by BCPSOPE 2025-2026 Effective January 1, 2026) Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll .

OTHER COMPENSATION: This position may be eligible for comp time. Visit the BCPS website to review the OPE Master Agreement for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497 .

FLSA Status: Exempt

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information

Office of Staffing & Licensure

Phone: 443-809-7872

Email: sstahl@bcps.org

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title.It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

About Us

Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is the 22nd largest school district in the nation and the 3rd largest in Maryland with over 21,000 employees supporting over 111,000 students.  BCPS has 26 Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence and 23 National Blue Ribbon schools, 32 magnet schools and 116 magnet programs.

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking highly effective employees that will inspire, support, and prepare our students for a successful future.  BCPS works to embrace all stakeholders, engage them in authentic collaboration and empower them to be a part of positive change, so our students, staff, and system will excel.  We hope you will join our dynamic community!  Apply to work at BCPS!