Job Description:

The position performs engineering and architectural project management work in the development of capital projects for the Department of General Services. Work involves the review of plans and overseeing the design and construction of capital projects throughout the County, including direct project management if construction managers are not used. The position is responsible for the technical development of capital projects from the planning stage to completion and ensures capital projects are designed and completed as intended. The position reports to the department deputy director and works under general supervision.

Essential Job Functions

Coordinates capital projects from development and planning to completion, including the direct management of projects if construction managers are not used.

Develops and leads multiple construction teams consisting of architects, engineers, contractors, end users and others, throughout the evolution of each project.

Answers inquiries from County officials, citizens, other interested parties.

Designs a variety of projects that are constructed by County personnel.

Confers with technical parties, end users, citizens, elected officials and others regarding projects to develop project scope, timing and budget.

Arranges for selection of design consultant: conducts pre-bid conferences, negotiates and prepares contracts for services, initiates purchase and payment documentation.

Reviews plans and drawings, provides comments/input regarding such matters to design consultants.

Prepares construction bids: Prepares project bid specifications and, as necessary, bid documents; responds to inquiries regarding the project and bid procedures; conducts pre-bid conferences; reviews bids and recommends contractor selection; coordinates preparation of contract documents.

Serves as technical representative during construction phase: Attends progress meetings to discuss and resolve problems; arranges for/coordinates other agency reviews and actions; recommends actions on change order requests and negotiates costs; performs field inspections of work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications and to support progress payments; conducts final inspections and accepts project on behalf of County; ensures delivery of all final documents and warranties.

Performs special projects as assigned such as reviewing or writing ordinance regulations affecting public works, conducting technical studies, and developing cost figures for capital projects.

Serves as department resource on engineering project management matters to the County.

Other Duties

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)

Knowledge of--

• Principles and practices of architecture and engineering, or related discipline, as applied to the management of capital projects.

Ability to--

• Coordinate capital project development from planning to completion for the County.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others encountered in the work.
• Communicate effectively with others encountered in the work.
• Deal effectively with the public.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)

Training and/or Education:

Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering or related engineering field.

Experience:

Six years of progressively responsible experience performing engineering and architectural project management and construction duties.

Licenses or Certificates:

None.

Special Requirements:

None.

Physical Demands:

Regular operation of keyboard devices and construction visits.

Unusual Demands:

Work is subject to deadlines and frequent interruptions.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Compensation Steps:

Pay rate: $49.49 - $56.79 per hour; $90,072 - $103,358 annually

Grade 727, full-time position, 35 hours per week

Department of Public Works

Position closing date: June 16, 2026

Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on June 16, 2026. To be considered for the role, ensure that your application is submitted before the deadline. The position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on June 17th.

Calvert County Government offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• 15 days of sick leave
• 10 days of annual leave
• 5 days of personal leave
• 13 paid holidays *14 in an election year
• Defined Contribution Plan
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Up to 80% tuition reimbursement
• Gym membership discounts