Project Manager – Pipeline Design - Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC)
Laurel, MD
About the Job
Position Information
Functional TitleProject Manager – Pipeline Design
Recruitment Category TypeStandard
Functional CategoryEngineering & Construction
GradeEG.15
FLSA StatusExempt
Requisition Number25-0070
Number of Vacancies3
Job LevelNon-Management
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Organization NamePipeline Design
Reports toSection Manager
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week40
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
M -F 8:00am – 4:30pm
Position LocationLaurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
TheProject Manager- Pipeline Designleads project teams with varying degrees of complexity, principally, but not limited to, the planning and design of water and sewer replacement and rehabilitation projects. The Project Manager works under general direction of the section manager with wide latitude for independent judgment and decisions in the execution of a broad range of difficult project management assignments.
Essential Functions
+ Leads a team that manages complex planning and design of pipeline projects such as development of plans for water/sewer replacement/rehabilitation projects; also manages sewer rehabilitation projects associated with the Sanitary Sewer Overflow ( SSO ) Consent Decree requirements
+ Responsible for overseeing compliance with the Sanitary Sewer Overflow ( SSO ) Consent Decree requirements and assuring that reporting requirements are met
+ Prepares detailed plans and specifications for water/sewer replacement/rehabilitation projects
+ Consults and works with team members from various departments in the administration of consultant and architect/engineer (A/E) and construction contracts
+ Develops plans for pipeline rehabilitation projects
+ Supervises and participates in project design
+ Prepares and/or supervises preparation of detailed plans and specifications
+ Supervises the design initiatives of various water and sewer rehabilitation projects
+ Prepares or supervises preparations of bid-ready specifications for use in purchasing, engineering and construction
+ Serves as the Commission project representative equivalent to consultant’s or contractor’s project manager
+ Reviews Commission standards and specifications for adequacy and clarity
+ Oversees the work of design consultants, associate project managers, contract managers and other support staff both on specific project assignments and in general monitoring and coaching roles
+ Consults with and advises management regarding problems encountered during construction of projects
+ Attends final inspections and recommends acceptance or rejection of completed work
+ Prepares contract change orders and time extensions
+ Reviews and approves monthly and final payments to contractors and vendors
+ Prepares periodic comprehensive reports of activities
+ Prepares and/or monitors project schedules using CPM , Bar Chart or other methods
+ Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
+ Assists in the development of the Capital Improvement Program as well as cdvision and other budgets
+ Assists section manager on larger projects
+ Participates in planning WSSC Water’s multi-year Consent Decree Program and Utility Master Plan
+ May function as the section manager in his/her absence
+ Performs other related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some virtual meetings and field visits.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
+ Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of project management, and associated organizational management systems
+ Ability to organize and lead cross functional project teams
+ Ability to interpret construction plans
+ Ability to use good operational and engineering judgment
+ Ability to work under limited supervision and takes initiative
+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, contractors, and other stakeholders
+ Ability to review and prepare written reports and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
+ Ability to maintain project team focus and effective structure including the development of a strategic project management plan that involves schedule, budgetary, contractual, human resources and stakeholder elements
+ Must possess the knowledge and skills required to effectively interact with stakeholders such as residents, elected officials, county agencies, and internal staff
+ Demonstrated team building, group leadership and project management skills
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
+ Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Sanitary or Environmental Engineering
+ 3+ years of project management experience
OR
+ High School diploma or equivalent
+ 7+ years of project management experience
Additional Requirements
+ Possession of a valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
+ Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Preferences
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland.
Salary$105,080 - $178,920
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date10/14/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Eligibile applicants will be released for review after 10/14/24.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
+ * Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
+ Yes
+ No
+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
+ Yes
+ No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
+ Resume
Optional Documents
+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application
+ Letter of Recommendation 1
Source : Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC)