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Introduction

\r\n\r\nThe Maryland Department of General Services (DGS)\r\nsupports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit\r\norganizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management,\r\nreal estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law\r\nenforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of\r\nfacilities, engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in\r\nannual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process.\r\nHere at DGS, we truly Do Great Service... Consider joining our team!\r\n\r\n\r\nThis\r\nrecruitment is limited to candidates willing to accept employment on a contractual basis. This project is expected to last 3-5 years, subject to renewal annually.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

19\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

DGS Office of Design Construction and Energy\r\n301 W. Preston Street\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position will support the Department of General Services (DGS) Facility Engineering Division (FED) that supports State owned buildings. This unit is within the DGS Office of Design, Construction & Energy (DCE). This position directs and coordinates facility engineering work in a Statewide maintenance and repair program involving the inspection, design and repair of systems and utilities related to the maintenance of buildings and grounds. Identify, prioritize and monitor the maintenance and repair of State-owned facilities according to State policies and standards. Utilize funds to prevent the deterioration of State facilities and avert potentially life-threatening conditions. This includes DGS, MDH, Vet, Milit, DJS, DPSCS, HSMCC, DLLR, MDA, MDE, MDP, MEMA, MPT, MSP, and the MD School for the Deaf. The work requires travel to sites throughout the State in order to assess the condition of the facility and determine the necessary projects and prioritization of these repair projects. This project is expected to last 3-5 years, subject to renewal annually.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

\r\nDuties to include but not limited to:\r\nInternal Construction Document Design: Evaluates the program letter and project justification\r\nsubmitted by the facility. Creates bid documents in coordination withthe\r\nusing agency to include specifications/project manual. Assembles\r\nbiddocuments and submit for solicitation. Manages projects through bid\r\nprocess,construction, and substantial completion. Completes all\r\nappropriate documentsassociated with the project.\r\n\r\nContract Approval/Construction:\r\nPrepares appropriate agenda items for approvalof contract in accordance\r\nwith MD Procurement Regulations. Manages and/orcoordinates projects with\r\nthe using agency and DGS Construction Divisionduring the construction\r\nphase to assure completion of project in accordance withspecifications.\r\nDevelops and manages all approved and assigned emergencyprojects.\r\nApproves changes as necessary to the scope of work, reviews andapproves\r\nproposed change orders and approves any additional funding inaccordance\r\nwith DGS procedures. Maintains electronic PCO/Change OrderLog in project\r\nfolder drive. Reviews and approves invoices within 3 daysof receipt.\r\n\r\nProcurement Actions:Prepares bidding documents incorporating the A/Econstruction\r\ndesign into the DGS procurement package. Coordinates theadvertising date,\r\nthe pre-bid date, and the bid date between the DGSProcurement Office, and\r\nthe using agency and submit package forprocurement.\r\n\r\nProfessional Services Construction Document Design:Manages the A/Edesign contract to assure\r\ncoordination between the A/E and the usingagency to obtain a design that\r\nmatches the project justification and meetsthe standard for the industry\r\nfor construction. Evaluates and requestschanges as necessary on all A/E\r\nsubmittals. Conducts CD review meetings. Reviews/Approves estimates prepared by\r\nA/E.\r\n\r\nDesign or A/E Selection, Negotiation and Management:Evaluates theprogram letter and project\r\njustification submitted by the facility todetermine what if any\r\nprofessional A/E service is required. Involve theusing agency throughout\r\nthe selection and design process. Negotiates theA/E fees and obtain\r\nprocurement approval as required.\r\n\r\nMeetings/Miscellaneous:Attends all meetings as necessary, resolving\r\nissuesand providing project management insight. Processes invoices in\r\naccordancewith regulations. Reviews documentation as submitted and\r\napprove asnecessary.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:Six years of experience, two years of experience as an Engineer in the building construction, renovation or maintenance fields and an additional four years of experience performing maintenance or construction engineering work in facility and maintenance system work.\r\nNotes:\r\n1.Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university and two years of experience as an Engineer in the building construction, renovation or maintenance fields for the required experience.\r\n2.Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military serviceexperience as a commissioned officer in Civil Engineer Corps classifications or Construction Engineering Technician, or Civil or Combat Engineering specialty codes in the Engineering field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess the following additional\r\nqualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific\r\ninformation on your application regarding all qualifications.\r\n\r\nTwo\r\n(2) years of experience in construction project management, construction cost\r\nestimation, project cost analysis, preparing cost estimates, preparing project\r\nspecification and evaluating A/E schedules, estimates and project scope\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the\r\nfollowing preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific\r\ninformation on your application regarding all qualifications.\r\n\r\n Two (2) years of experience in capital budgeting.\r\n Two (2) years of experience developing rough order of magnitude\r\nestimates.\r\n Two (2) years of experience reviewing A/E prepared estimates.\r\n\r\n\r\nTwo (2) years of experience providing cost-related technical review comments on\r\nproject plans and documents\r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This\r\nrecruitment is limited to candidates willing to accept employment on a\r\ncontractual basis. This project is expected to last 3 to 5 years, subject to renewal annually.\r\n

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.\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees may be required to carry an electronic paging device or provide the employing agency with a telephone number where the employee can be reached.\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important\r\nthat you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please include all experience and education\r\nthat is related to this position. All\r\ninformation concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing\r\ndate; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Credit is given for relevant part-time,\r\ntemporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week;\r\nyou must include the time spent on such activities on your application.\r\nNote that for\r\nany position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required\r\nto submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position. You may submit your transcript as part of the\r\napplication process.\r\nPlease note,\r\nselected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State\r\nand Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.\r\nYou must be legally\r\nauthorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be\r\nhired in the position for which you apply.\r\n

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the\r\nState Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current\r\nemployment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours\r\nper month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for\r\nthemselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be\r\nresponsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription\r\ncoverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of\r\nMaryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You\r\ncan also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment\r\ninsurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium\r\nfor these benefits.\r\n\r\nLeave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked\r\n120 days in a 12-month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for\r\nevery 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contacttiara.massey1@maryland.govor\r\ncall 410-767-4987 with questions about this recruitment. The on-line\r\napplication process is STRONGLY preferred.Apply online atdgs.maryland.gov- click on\r\nEmployment on the left side of the screen.If you are unable to submit\r\nyour application online, please send your paper application to: Human\r\nResources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311,\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201 by the closing date and time. TTYUsers: call\r\nvia Maryland Relay\r\n\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting,\r\nretaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We\r\nthank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\n