Project Manager Telecommunications Remote Jobs in Frederick, MD

Salary : $101,622.00 - $165,323.00 Annually
Location : 101 Monroe St Rockville MD 20850 USA
Job Type: Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-00421
Department: Department of General Services
Division: DGS 36 Energy and Sustainability
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
About the Position
Please note: The salary range above represents this position's earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be Grade N29: $101,622 - $165,323; Grade 27: $93,653 - $150,953; Grade 25: $85,937 - $137,653, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
WHO WE ARE
is comprised of many diverse functions sharing a common and critical mission: Providing service to Montgomery County departments and offices that enables them to serve the public. Our success is measured by how we help others succeed.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This position will implement the County's policies related to the elimination of GHG, the development of resiliency, and the implementation of the County's Building Energy Performance Standards. The work in this position will be accomplished through the performance of building studies, facility project planning, design, and construction using contractual A/E Services and Construction contractors.
Generally, projects will be funded using the County's Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) funding available to OES/DGS. The position will be required to interact with County citizens and departments to facilitate the design and construction of projects, seeking to fulfil the policy objectives, including reports, presentations, and onsite observation of the work during construction, including final installation commissioning. Position will also work within OES to facilitate the development of EV charging facilities and microgrid P3 contracts for design, construction, and operation. Position will be required to have an understanding of County's facility utilities and synthesize the data to provide reports and presentations demonstrating the status and progress of the Department/County's performance on meeting the elimination of GHG, the development of resiliency, and the implementation of the County's Building Energy Performance Standards. Position will work individually or in a group with other OES personnel to apply for utility rebates (EmpowerMD) and grant programs (Private, Local, State, or Federal).
What You'll Be Doing
Implementation of energy efficiency projects for the elimination of GHG emissions, the development of resilience, and the implementation of the County's Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) including but not limited to lighting projects, building automation systems,monitoringand virtual based facility commissioning.

• Lead County Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) in support of the elimination of GHG emissions, the development of resiliency, and the implementation of the County's Building Energy Performance Standards
• Lead design development with architecture and engineering (A&E) Firms; ensure stakeholder coordination across County divisions/departments
• Direct andmonitorall phases of construction management including contractor oversight, site inspections, and approval of change orders and payments
• Oversee environmental facility studies, compliance measures, and remediation efforts for capital projects

• Review and develop engineering standards,codesand practices in support the elimination of GHG emissions, the development of resiliency, and the implementation of the County's Building Energy Performance Standards
• Chair consultant and contractor selection committees; develop solicitation documents andparticipatein contract negotiations
• Support County unitypurchasingstrategies, including, electricity, natural gas, renewable energy, and demand response programs
• Lead building commissioning and provide training for facility maintenance staff prior to project completion

Incumbent will work individually or in a group with other OES personnel to apply for utility rebates (EmpowerMD) and grant programs (private, local,stateand federal).
Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Seven (7) years professional experience in an architectural or engineering discipline with a focus on the management of projects involving the design and construction of large facilities, to include total responsibility for all aspects of the project, including contract administration, scheduling, budgeting, quality assurance/control, and public interface.
• Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in architecture, mechanical/structural/civil/electrical or environmental engineering or in a related engineering discipline, or construction management.
• Substitutions: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, provided such combination includes at least 24 credits of graduate level coursework (or an equivalent amount of accredited professional training) in engineering, architecture, construction, or related courses appropriate to the position. Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
  There will be no substitutions for this section.

• Positions in this class require licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) by the state of Maryland.
• Applicants with appropriate experience and licensing from another state will be considered for appointment but will be required to obtain reciprocal licensing from Maryland within six (6) months of appointment to this class.
• Possession and maintenance of Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.

Work Environment:
The employee works mainly in offices, meeting rooms or other places that are adequately heated, lighted and ventilated. However, there is also field work, such as field surveys and construction project visits, where there are dirt, dust, grease and exposure to adverse weather.
Physical Demands:
While at the construction site, the employee will move through rough or uneven terrain. The employee may kneel, stoop, bend and reach, or use ladders to view restricted areas or spaces or access building mechanical systems.
If underfilled at a grade 27
Experience: Five (5) years professional experience in architectural or engineering discipline with a focus on the management of projects involving the design and construction of large ($10MM-$20MM) facilities, to include contract administration, scheduling, budgeting and quality assurance/quality control.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Electrical or Environmental Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or Construction Management.
Substitutions: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, provided such combination includes at least sixty (60) accredited semester hours (or an equivalent amount of accredited professional training) in engineering or related coursesappropriate tothe assigned position.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
There will be no substitutions for this section.

• Positions within this class require licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) licensed by the State of Maryland.
• Applicants with appropriate experience and licensing from another state will be considered for appointment but will be required to obtain reciprocal licensing from Maryland within six months of appointment to this class. Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification may be substituted for professional licensure.
• Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.

If underfilled at a grade 25
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Electrical or Environmental Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or Construction Management.
Experience: Three (3) years professional experience in an architectural or engineering discipline with a focus on the management of projects involving the design and construction of small to moderate(less than $10MM) Facilities to include contract administration and quality assurance/quality control.
Substitutions: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, provided such combination includes at least sixty (60) accredited semester hours (or an equivalent amount of accredited professional training) in engineering or related courses appropriate to the assigned position, or possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect licensed by the State of Maryland (licensing from another state may be considered for appointment).
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
There will be no substitutions for this section.

• Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.
Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.
This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
Leave Benefits
Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
Retirement Benefits
All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness
Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.
Free Mass Transit Benefit
County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee I