Salary: $111,863.98 - $190,168.77 Annually
Location : Division of Public Works - Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: FY27-00029
Department: DPW Project Management
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 4:00 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt

JOB INFORMATION
Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full-benefits
This position manages and supervises the Office of Project Management, overseeing the planning, development, and execution of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and maintenance projects. Responsibilities include assigning and monitoring projects, developing scopes and budgets for fiscal planning, and providing regular updates to internal stakeholders including DPW management, the Budget Office, and the County Executive's Office. The position also administers personnel functions such as recruitment, performance evaluation, and staff development, and supports training initiatives to maintain industry standards and certifications.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise the work of professional and support staff members; administer related personnel functions
• Manage and supervise the Office of Project Management for the planning, distribution, and execution of Capital Improvement Program and Maintenance Systemic projects
• Develop new Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects including scope, budget, and schedule for the annual fiscal planning cycle
• Provide ongoing support to DPW management, Budget Office, CIP committee, and County Executive's Office throughout project development and execution
• Monitor progress of project execution
• Provide project schedules and updates
• Prepare and deliver quarterly and monthly updates on project status, change orders, schedules, and staff workload to internal stakeholders
• Administer personnel functions, perform personnel recruitments, conduct performance evaluations, and resolve personnel issues
• Direct the review of construction plans for compliance with County policies, regulations and design criteria
• Train new staff on job duties and participate in professional development activities including industry seminars and certification updates
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications / requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical demands or 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.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of work experience in public works operations, maintenance, or infrastructure management, which must Include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff

Substitutions for the above-listed required education and experience are a Master's Degree in business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field with 5 years experience as described above which must include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff or an Associate's Degree in business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field with 9 years experience as described above which must include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Advanced knowledge of construction principles, planning, and development
• Advanced knowledge of local, state, and federal construction codes and regulations
• Knowledge of budgetary and fiscal matters in relation to capital improvement projects
• Skilled in supervision and management of other employees
• Skilled in managing multiple and varied construction programs
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including public speaking skills and the ability to prepare and present clear, concise written and spoken reports and statistical information
• Ability to effectively plan and prepare accurate estimates, specifications and budgets
• Ability to effectively deal with construction claims, change orders and, if needed, arbitration
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Licensed Professional Engineer or Professional Architect in the State of Maryland
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; and frequently walk
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Available for varied working hours as needed to accommodate meetings, contractors' schedules, emergency events and other commitments

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

1. An evaluation of training and experience
2. One or more interviews
3. A pre-employment drug test and physical examination

Retirement Plan:
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance:
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.

Dental Insurance:
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment

NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts:
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $3,400 per year for Health Care Spending and $7,500 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance:
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Supplemental Life Insurance is also offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and their dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time. Contribution maximums are set each year by the IRS.

Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may apply for education reimbursement for courses that can improve or develop an employee's capabilities related to their current job or for a promotional opportunity within Frederick County Government. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.

Employee Assistance Program:
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related issue or concern.

Leave
Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 - 2 years 11 days
2 - 10 years 17 days
10 + years 24 days

Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, and Military.

Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.

For additional information on Frederick County Government's benefits package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at

All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
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