Lead Construction Representative (14298, Grade 26)

Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

$70K — $125K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, or related field.
  • Six years of construction permitting, inspection, and management experience.
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience totaling eight years may apply.
  • Must pass Commission medical examination.
  • Valid and unencumbered driver's license required.
  • Must obtain Maryland Responsible Person Certificate for soil erosion and sediment control within six months.

Responsibilities

  • Review construction plans, permit requests, and blueprints.
  • Inspect and repair construction projects on Commission property.
  • Monitor progress of construction projects.
  • Negotiate minor changes in plans and recommend major ones to supervisors.
  • Develop plans, specifications, and cost analysis for Division projects.
  • Coordinate with contractors and public agencies on projects.
  • Conduct pre-construction and renovation progress meetings.

Benefits

  • Exposure to diverse construction environments and project types.
  • Collaboration with a team of skilled professionals in facility services.
  • Opportunity to manage medium to large-scale projects.
  • Access to specialized software and modern office tools.
  • Potential for career growth within the PGC Parks and Recreation department.
Full Job Description
Salary: $70,611.00 - $125,300.00 Annually
Location : Upper Marlboro, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 14298
Department: PGC Parks and Recreation
Division: Facility Services Division
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
Major Maintenance & Inspection provides high priority repair and maintenance projects through an ongoing inspection program for projected life cycles of equipment and building materials.

Examples of Important Duties
The Lead Construction Representative is responsible for reviewing site and construction plans, permit requests, drawings/blueprints; inspect/repair parking lots, bridges, trails and other construction projects on Commission property by contractors and internal shops; monitoring progress of construction projects. install/build medium to large scale parking lots, along with asphalt and concrete repairs, as needed, and negotiate with contractor to make minor field changes in plans and recommend major changes to supervisors. The incumbents will also be knowledgeable in County codes, ANSI and other Government standards based on OSHA and will ensure ADA compliance. These individuals will work closely with other team members to develop plans, specifications, and cost analysis for Division projects; meet with contractors and consultants to coordinate projects, develop and implement facility inspection protocol, and submit data to a centralized database, from which information will be used to develop maintenance work orders, identify major repair/replacement tasks and forecast facility upgrades for inclusion to Major Maintenance and Capital Improvement Projects. The incumbents will initiate and conduct planning, pre-construction/renovation progress meetings with staff, contractors, and public agencies. They will also provide overall coordination, direction, and closeout of all assigned construction projects. This candidate may also manage the work of several trade shops to complete a project and assist the Construction Manager in Major Maintenance program budget development.
Excellent project management skills, along with the ability to work with mid-to-large scale commercial projects a plus, along with the ability to function in a team environment. Skill in using a computer, modern office suite software (MS Office), and specialized software. Incumbent will need to work in tandem with and coordinate with other Trade Shop Supervisors.
(Work Hours are 6:00 - 2:45 pm)

SALARY RANGE $70,611-$125,300
Working Conditions
Works in both indoor and outdoor settings. Occasionally, moves, bends, and stoops or otherwise positions self, and transports and operates equipment, or lifts, carries or otherwise moves or uses objects weighing up to (or requiring force of) 25 pounds on own and heavier objects with assistance or mechanical advantage. Is occasionally exposed to inclement weather such as rain and high winds, noticeably hot, cold, or humid outdoor conditions and a variety of potential hazards from driving and working in the field at construction sites amid unfinished construction or nearby energized electrical equipment or moving equipment. Maintains situational awareness, adheres to established safety procedures, takes care, and wears personal protective equipment to minimize potential hazards to self. May be subject to various job demands such as high volume of work and tight deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications

  1. An Associate's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying or any related field.
  2. Six years of progressively responsible construction permitting, inspection and management experience that includes substantive work in the range of duties and responsibilities in this class specification.
  3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 8 years.
  4. Must pass Commission medical examination.
  5. Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
  6. Must obtain and maintain a Maryland Responsible Person Certificate ('green card') for soil erosion and sediment control within six months of appointment to a position in this class.

Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Lead Construction Representative

Must pass Commission medical examination.

Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.

Must obtain and maintain a Maryland Responsible Person Certificate ('green card') for soil erosion and sediment control within six months of appointment to a position in this class.

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