Under the direction of the Project Management Supervisor, coordinates and manages capital projects activities, including managing vendors, planning, design, bidding, construction, project closeout, change orders, and final inspection on assigned projects for new construction, renovations and/or capital improvements to existing facilities.  The incumbent shall manage the Architects/Engineers (A/E) as well as the contractors working on the assigned projects.  The incumbent shall work with the supervisors of the departments of Maintenance and Plant Operations, Transportation, Food and Nutrition Services, Area Offices, Purchasing and Supply Services, Safety and Security, Environmental Office, and Information Technology, as well as instructional departments to ensure that all requirements from these departments are met.  The incumbent shall have familiarity with state and county requirements and regulations as well as jurisdictional requirements relevant to capital projects.  This work is subject to review by the Project Management Supervisor and Project Manager III to meet the goals and objectives of the department with quality of production as a top consideration.

Directs, coordinates and manages the activities of consultant planners, designers, inspectors and contractors assigned to the projects;

Manages project assignments to include, but not limited to the following: several projects that are less than $2,000,000, a few projects in the range of $2,000,000 to $35,000,000, and one or two that could exceed $35,000,000;

Confers with personnel from the various departments within the school system to meet current objectives and requirements;

Understands the current educational and construction related objectives and requirements set forth by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Public School Construction Program (PSCP);

Reviews technical proposals, coordinates legal issues with PGCPS representatives (claims, nonpayment issues), change orders, proposed change orders, allowance deductions, and A/E and contractor payments;

Attends construction progress meetings and maintains logs and project records;

Prepares required periodic reports pertaining to the status of projects and responses to requests for information;

Attenda PTA or community meetings to provide updates on the assigned projects as needed;

Reviews, inspects, and oversees all project activities to evaluate efficiency and workmanship;

Assists in overseeing the daily operations of the construction department in the absence of the Planning, Design and Construction Manager;

Provides technical assistance and guidance to personnel designated as Project Manager I;

Manages A/E’s and donsultants to ensure compliance with contract requirements, applicable construction codes, and PGCPS and PSCP administrative requirements;

Coordinates and reviews the project schedule and critical path documents with consultants and vendors;

Travels to consultant’s offices and frequent trips to construction sites as needed; and

Performs other duties as assigned.

Thorough knowledge of:

Prince George’s County Codes and Regulations, as well as County submission, and review requirements;

Board of Education for Prince George’s County rules and regulations;

State IAC/PSCP and Department of General Services guidelines related to Schematic, Design and Construction Document Submissions, including new buildings, renovations, and systemic renovations;

Construction related contracts, including but not limited to Construction Managers (CM’s), General Contractors, A/E’s and all related consultants;

Principles and practices of construction; and

AIA Contract Documents.

Demonstrated ability to lead a team;

Ability to oversee multi-million dollar construction projects;

Ability to work efficiently and effectively with other government agencies;

Ability to initiate correspondence and prepare professional reports;

Ability to plan, implement and evaluate;

Ability to develop effective work standards and schedules;

Strong experience with human relations;

Strong written, verbal and computer communications; and

Effective problem identification, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, civil, mechanical, electrical, structural engineering, construction or a related field preferred. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in project management required; or any equivalent combination of at least seven years combined education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.​

Must have a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.  Professional Engineers and Registered Architects are encouraged to apply as are individuals with PMP, CAPM or CPM certifications.



May provide technical assistance and guidance to personnel designated as the Project Manager I.



The physical demands 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. While performing duties of this job, the employee must have the strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks including the ability to climb a 40' vertical ladder, work from scaffolding and a bucket truck, the ability to lift and carry a minimum of 80 lbs., work in cramped interior spaces, and the ability to do extensive walking, bending, stooping, crawling and kneeling in the course of completing daily work assignments. The employee is required to maintain sustained physical effort and some exposure to dust, dirt, chemical solutions, solvents, odors, and adverse weather conditions.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




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