Manager: Construction

Title Code:

Manager: Construction

JOB SUMMARY

Delivers projects with an appropriate, suitable and acceptable level of construction and overall quality, to achieve the project's objectives in compliance with AACPS standards while working within scope, budget and schedule parameters established for the project. Develops, maintains, and manages a highly functioning, responsive, and collaborative team of construction project management staff. Supports the overall success related to department efforts in support of school district goals and strategic initiatives.

Additional Work Days/Hours

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

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

Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides oversight, guidance, direction, training, coaching, supervision, and support for construction staff on projects, facility construction activities/initiatives, and school district construction standards during various construction project management phases. Provides construction planning, management and coordination support.
• Monitors consultant and contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, AACPS standards, policies and procedures, established industry construction standards, project schedules, project budgets and School District strategic goals.
• Collaborates internally with administrative and fiscal staff for administrative, reporting, and fiscal activities relative to projects.
• Provides detailed reviews of drawings and specifications for errors, omissions, constructability, code and value engineering issues prior to final approval and bidding.
• Communicates and collaborates with school district and external departments/agencies to support project construction and delivery, and regular updates.
• Attends and oversees staff attendance at project meetings and construction site visits, responds to site visit issues, and inspects all phases of work prior to final occupancy.
• Provides input and recommendations regarding initiatives, strategic planning and direction, policies, procedures, standards, quality control procedures, contracts, and collaboration with other departments/external entities.
• Prepares detailed reporting metrics on existing projects, resource allocations, project status completion statistics, and variance to plan and forecast future needs.
• Investigates complaints of operational failures and warranty issues, initiate corrective measures, and inspects buildings during warranty period.
• Responds to emergency situations.

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

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architectural, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 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

• Five (5) years successful professional experience in building construction work, and directly managing facilities, maintenance, infrastructure, and construction projects (limited scope and large institutional projects) required; and
• Three (3) years experience in a supervisory or management role required; and
• One (1) year construction management as agent and innovative project delivery methodology experience in the areas of design-build or public private partnerships preferred;
• 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 knowledge of design and construction issues affecting the delivery of large, complex facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of procedures, regulations and laws pertaining to construction related contract matters.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable construction related building, fire, electrical, ADA and OHSA regulations.
• Demonstrated successful experience in managing large (>$100 million/project) complex construction projects with multiple prime contractors safely, on time, and within budget.
• Knowledge of all aspects of facility upgrades and maintenance, such as reclaiming, transforming, modernizing, designing, and constructing.
• Knowledge in the areas of preventative and corrective maintenance, design, procurement, construction, project controls, quality, and safety.
• Ability to self-direct and function with ease as part of a team.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated effective managerial experience.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

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

• Upon hire, Architect License. If issued by another state; must obtain within 1 year, a Maryland Architect License issued by Maryland Board of Architects required; or
• Upon hire, Professional Engineer License. If issued by another state; must obtain within 1 year, a Maryland Professional Engineer License issued by Maryland Board for Professional Engineers required; or
• Upon hire, Certified Construction Manager (CCM) issued by Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) required; and
• Upon hire, Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification issued by Project Management Institute (PMI) preferred; and
• Within 1 year, obtain Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 1912 - 30 Hour Certification issued by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) required.
• Upon hire, Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
• Proof of a good driving record required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

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

Board Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

First level supervisor

People Management

• This position acts as the manager for 6 to 20 direct staff.
• This position acts as the manager for indirect staff.

This position manages departments.

Management Duties/Responsibilities

• Interviews, selects, and trains employees.
• Sets/adjusts pay rate and work hours.
• Directs the work of employees.
• Maintains records for use in supervision.
• Assess employees’ performance (productivity/efficiency) to make promotional recommendation/other status changes.
• Handles employee complaints/grievances.
• Disciplines employees.
• Plans the work.
• Determines the techniques to use.
• Apportions the work among the employees.
• Determines the type of materials, supplies, machinery, equipment or tools to be used of materials or merchandise to be brought, stocked and sold.
• Controls the flow and distribution of materials or merchandise and supplies.
• Provides for the safety and security of the employees or the property.
• Plans and controls the budget.

Monitors and implements legal compliance measures.

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): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Balancing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Stooping: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Bending: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Twisting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Talking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Tasting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Smelling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Repetitive Motions: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Driving: under 1/3 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.

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Construction site: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time
• In the community (homes, businesses, etc.): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Warehouse environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Shop environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Temperature Change: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Exposure

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather related): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor weather conditions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work near moving mechanical parts: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work in high, precarious places: under 1/3 percent of the time 40 feet
• Communicable diseases: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Fumes or airborne particles: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Risk of electrical shock: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work with explosives: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Vibration: under 1/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

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

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

30% daily day travel within the county to manage work location projects.

Employee Safety Statements

• The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.

The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:

7/1/2024

Established Date:

10/1/2004

Title Code:

E41359

Title:

MANAGER: CONSTRUCTION

Alternate Title:

Manager: Construction

Reports to Generic:

Senior Manager

Reports to Specific:

MANAGER SENIOR: PLANNING DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

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:

PG08 Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 5 – Professional Staff)

Essential Job:

Months Worked:

12

Hours Worked:

8

Job Family:

Facilities Management & Operations

Sub-Function:

Facility Management

VR# 27000