HCD Community Program Administrator III (052861)
Construction Management Officer
Recruitment #21-001208-0002
Department | DHCD - Div of Dev Finance - Housing Dev Program |
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Date Opened | 4/9/2021 1:29:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 5/14/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $57,862 - $75,354/year (Grade 19, Base - Step 9 with promotional growth to $92,897) |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Kathleen Hubbard |
Work Location |
Prince George's
|
Introduction
This is a Skilled Service position with full State of Maryland benefits
Work that matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
(DHCD) is a national leader in the financing and development of affordable
housing and community development lending.
As such, the primary function of the Community Development
Administration is to encourage and support affordable homeownership and rental
housing in Maryland. We are good but strive to be great. To make this happen our team needs members
that will challenge the status quo, effectively communicate ideas and issues,
independently bring forth practical and efficient solutions, believe change is
good and want to come to work knowing that what they do makes a difference in
their neighborhood.
DHCD
has an immediate opening for a full-time Construction Management Officer. The
individual in this position is responsible for the review and approval of the
contractor and architect, plans and specifications, construction estimates,
work scope, environmental investigations and other related analysis. This
individual is also responsible for monitoring the progression of funded
projects and approving requisitions at varying stages of construction
completion. The construction management officer works closely with others in a
team setting and provides written feedback to the Construction Administrator
during the design process.
The
types of projects reviewed and monitored include new construction, substantial
rehabilitation and moderate rehabilitation. Projects range in size from one
million to thirty-five million dollars. Required skills include the ability to
read plans and specifications, analyze construction estimates, perform field
monitoring and administration, have a full understanding of building and
related codes and be able to work in a team setting.
GRADE
19
LOCATION OF POSITION
7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706.
The Department of Housing and Community Development Headquarters is located in Prince George's County across from the New Carrollton Metro stop.
POSITION DUTIES
The Construction Management Officer is a highly skilled, experienced construction professional that, through the exercise of their diverse responsibilities, assures the timely production of reasonably priced and well designed housing units.
The individual in this position is responsible for the review and approval of the contractor and architect, plans and specifications, construction estimates, work scope, environmental investigations and other related analysis. This individual is also responsible for monitoring the progression of funded projects and approving requisitions at varying stages of construction completion. The construction management officer works closely with others in a team setting and provides written feedback to the Construction Administrator during the design process.
The types of projects reviewed and monitored include new construction, substantial rehabilitation and moderate rehabilitation. Projects range in size from one million to thirty-five million dollars. Required skills include the ability to read plans and specifications, analyze construction estimates, perform field monitoring and administration, have a full understanding of building and related codes and be able to work in a team setting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Six years of administrative or professional experience to include three years of financing experience or providing technical assistance for development or rehabilitation of multifamily or single family housing; neighborhood revitalization and business development; community infrastructure development; or historic preservation programs.
Notes:
1. Additional administrative or professional experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Additional job-related education may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience at a rate of thirty credit hours for each year of experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in business and industry classification or business and industry specialty codes in the housing management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the
following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific
information on your application regarding your qualifications.
Experience in construction management, project management,
construction superintendent work, or architecture
Bachelor’s degree in Construction management, architecture,
civil engineering, or structural engineering
LEED certification
Experience reviewing construction plans, construction
budgets, construction specifications, or construction reports
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please provide sufficient information on your application to document that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Unofficial transcripts, certifications or diplomas to document educational or certification qualifications are required. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification. Successful candidates must document eligibility to work in the U.S. upon hire.
Please note: The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to:
Mrs. Kathleen Hubbard
Department of Housing and Community Development
Office of Human Resources
7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706
All application materials must be received by the filing deadline. If you are unable to upload your transcripts into the system, please send via email to Kathleen.Hubbard@maryland.gov. Please include the following information in the body of the email:
- Attn: Mrs. Kathleen Hubbard, HR Generalist
- Your First and Last Name
- Recruitment #
- Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment
Incorrect application forms, or resumes in place of the application, will not be accepted. If you are interested in these positions and cannot apply online please fill out the paper application. For questions concerning these positions, please call 301-429-7418.
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