Project Manager or Engineer - Transportation, Frederick County, Frederick, MD
Frederick County -
Frederick, MD,
US
Project Manager or Engineer - Transportation
Date Posted: 2024-05-14
Job description
Salary: $68,720.00 - $94,413.00 Annually
Location : Division of Public Works - Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: FY24-00432
Department: Division of Public Works
Division: Transportation Engineering
Opening Date: 02/19/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
JOB INFORMATION
Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full benefits
This professional position will plan and manage Frederick County's CIP transportation projects, and will coordinate project-related activities with consultants, contractors and other interested County departments/agencies. Direction may be given to engineering, technical and support staff; direction may be received from senior engineering/project management staff. Supervision is received from the Chief of the Office of Transportation Engineering.
NOTE: Above base salary is not guaranteed and is contingent upon the review of the chosen candidate's education background, work experience background and relevant certification by the hiring department's Division Director and Human Resources Division Director.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements 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.
PROJECT MANAGER I (salary $68,720 - $82,464 per year):
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
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 $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 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 Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and 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.
Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. 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 problem.
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, Military.
Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit 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.
01
Which best describes your level of education?
02
If you have earned a college degree, what was your field of study?
03
Do you have possession of a valid automobile operator's license?
04
How many years of civil engineering work experience do you have?
05
If you have civil engineering work experience, was it in a transportation field?
06
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
07
Do you have possession of current Engineer in Training certification?
08
If you have Engineer in Training certification, please provide details in the text box below.
09
Do you have road and bridge project management experience with the State of Maryland and/or Frederick County?
10
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
11
Do you have experience with AutoCAD/Microstation and GIS?
12
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
13
Do you have professional licensure in engineering or architecture?
14
If you have professional licensure in engineering or architecture, please provide details in the text box below.
15
Do you have current Project Management Professional certification?
16
If you have professional Project Management Professional certification, please provide details in the text box below.
Required Question
Location : Division of Public Works - Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: FY24-00432
Department: Division of Public Works
Division: Transportation Engineering
Opening Date: 02/19/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
JOB INFORMATION
Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full benefits
This professional position will plan and manage Frederick County's CIP transportation projects, and will coordinate project-related activities with consultants, contractors and other interested County departments/agencies. Direction may be given to engineering, technical and support staff; direction may be received from senior engineering/project management staff. Supervision is received from the Chief of the Office of Transportation Engineering.
NOTE: Above base salary is not guaranteed and is contingent upon the review of the chosen candidate's education background, work experience background and relevant certification by the hiring department's Division Director and Human Resources Division Director.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
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 scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 7/1/2024)
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
- Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in preparation of the Capital Improvement Program; serve as project manager on County CIP transportation projects
- Prepare requests for proposals (RFP) for selection of design consultants
- Evaluate technical and price proposals and make recommendations on the award of consultant contracts
- Manage contractual agreements and related documents associated with consultant services
- Establish project schedules and ensure that projects stay on schedule
- Review cost estimates and track project accounts to ensure that projects stay within budget
- Review contract plans and specifications for compliance with governing codes as well as County policies, regulations and design criteria
- Coordinate design projects with local, State and Federal government agencies; secure permits and approvals from regulatory agencies
- Coordinate with the Property Management Services Coordinator on real estate acquisitions
- Provide guidance to construction inspection personnel during construction of projects
- Prepare and present information to elected officials, the general public and other interested audiences
- Prepare feasibility studies, plans, specifications, and contract documents for in-house projects
- Staff Emergency Operations Center and phone bank during inclement weather and other emergency events as required (this could include nights, weekends and holidays)
- Perform other related duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements 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.
PROJECT MANAGER I (salary $68,720 - $82,464 per year):
- Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Project Management, Business Administration or a related field
- Minimum 1 year of civil engineering work experience in the transportation field
- Possession of a valid automobile operators license
- Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Project Management, Business Administration or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of civil engineering work experience in the transportation field
- Possession of a valid automobile operators license
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or closely related field
- Minimum 5 years of civil engineering work experience in the transportation field
- Possession of a valid automobile operators license
- NOTE: Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration or a related field may be hired into this classification with 9 years of civil engineering work experience in the transportation field
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
- Minimum 1 year of civil engineering work experience in the transportation field
- Possession of a valid automobile operators license
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
- Minimum 3 years of civil engineering work experience in the transportation field
- Possession of current Engineer in Training certification
- Possession of a valid automobile operators license
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
- Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
- Working knowledge of transportation related projects in the areas of pavement management and road and bridge construction
- Familiarity with Maryland State Highway standards, specifications, contracts and submittal procedures.
- Ability to effectively manage a project through the study, design, bidding and construction process and to effectively administer multiple project assignments
- Ability to effectively utilize computerized systems/equipment (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and project management, etc.)
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, co-workers, government agencies and the general public
- Strong and effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including public speaking skills and the ability to prepare and present clear, concise written and spoken reports for varied audiences
- Road and Bridge project management experience with the State of Maryland and/or Frederick County
- Experience with AutoCAD/Microstation and GIS
- Professional licensure in engineering or architecture
- Current Project Management Professional Certification
- While working in this position, this person is required to frequently sit and occasionally walk and drive
- While working in this position, this person is required to frequently work indoors; occasionally work outdoors and is required to wear protective equipment; and rarely walks on uneven ground
- Ability to provide own transportation to work sites and other locations
- Available for varied working hours to accommodate conferences, meetings, special projects, and emergency events
KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
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 $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 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 Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and 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.
Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. 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 problem.
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, Military.
Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit 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.
01
Which best describes your level of education?
- Less than Associate's degree received
- Associate's degree received
- Bachelor's or higher degree level received
02
If you have earned a college degree, what was your field of study?
03
Do you have possession of a valid automobile operator's license?
- Yes
- No
04
How many years of civil engineering work experience do you have?
- Less than 1 year work experience
- 1 - 3 years work experience
- 3 - 5 years work experience
- 5 - 7 years work experience
- 7 - 9 years work experience
- 9 or more years work experience
05
If you have civil engineering work experience, was it in a transportation field?
- Yes
- No
06
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
07
Do you have possession of current Engineer in Training certification?
- Yes
- No
08
If you have Engineer in Training certification, please provide details in the text box below.
09
Do you have road and bridge project management experience with the State of Maryland and/or Frederick County?
- Yes
- No
10
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
11
Do you have experience with AutoCAD/Microstation and GIS?
- Yes
- No
12
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
13
Do you have professional licensure in engineering or architecture?
- Yes
- No
14
If you have professional licensure in engineering or architecture, please provide details in the text box below.
15
Do you have current Project Management Professional certification?
- Yes
- No
16
If you have professional Project Management Professional certification, please provide details in the text box below.
- Yes
- No
Required Question