Project Manager I

Status: Full-time, Regular, Benefitted, Exempt
Location: Capital Projects Development Group, Camden Yards Sports Complex, Baltimore, MD
Hiring Range: $75,949-$96,757 depending upon qualifications. State salary rules may apply for promotions and transferees.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

NATURE OF WORK
An MSA Project Manager is responsible for the overall, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of capital construction projects and programs ensuring consistency with agency strategy, commitments and goals. Plans, executes, and finalizes projects according to strict deadlines and within budget, which includes acquiring resources, supervising and coordinating the efforts of team members, and overseeing quality control throughout project completion.

EXAMPLES OF WORK
(The duties listed below are intended as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Manages projects with budgets up to $20 million
• Manages complicated projects with a high value to the State of Maryland
• Supervises Assistant Project Managers on major capital projects; coaches, mentors, and motivates project team members and contractors
• Provides briefings to the executive staff and the MSA Board of Directors
• Acts as procurement officer if designated
• Monitors and manages budget, schedule and quality control parameters
• Reviews, negotiates, and provides recommendations for construction contracts, change orders and purchase orders
• Reviews, negotiates, and provides recommendations for construction
• Reviews, negotiates, and provides recommendations for
• Proactively manages changes in project scope, including the identification of potential crises and development of contingency plans
• Participates in the negotiation of claims from contractors and consultants
• Participates on selection committees for project procurements
• Facilitates the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables
• Defines project tasks and resource requirements
• Presents reports defining project progress, problems, and solutions, and assessment of results
• Performs other duties and functions appropriate to the position as assigned and required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KEY COMPET ENCIES
(The following generally describes the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are required to enter the job or to be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned tasks.)

• Strong knowledge of project management software
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem- solving capabilities
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team-oriented environment
• Ability to elicit cooperation from upper management, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in high-pressure and politically sensitive environments
• Ability to execute project knowledge of project budget management
• Ability to express self clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of management and construction supervision over various aspects of design and construction phases
• Considerable knowledge of administrative principles and practices

Key competencies – Critical thinking and problem solving skills, adaptability, decision-making, communication skills, delegation, teamwork, planning and organizing, influencing and leading, stress tolerance, negotiation, conflict management.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
(Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  As part of our selection process, we may require candidates to complete assessment testing to better understand their qualifications and skills.)

• Specific educational and experience requirements are set by this agency based on the essential job functions assigned to the position
• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, abilities, and key competencies necessary to the management and operation of a major construction/renovation project is qualifying
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
B.S. in Engineering or a combination of education and experience equivalent to seven (7) years in construction project management of which four (4) years should be experience in supervising/managing major capital projects

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
(The conditions herein 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 job functions.)

Environment —Work may be performed in a standard office setting with frequent travel to worksite locations to perform project management. Employee may be required to be present indoors or outdoors in areas of extreme heat or cold. The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate but may be occasionally loud due to alarms, equipment noise, etc. Employee may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical —Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to walk, stand, or sit for prolonged periods of time; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including the use of computer keyboards; to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; to operate and use specialized equipment; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Work may also involve climbing ladders.

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.

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates must submit an MSA employment application via webform, e-mail or mail.

Option 1 (Preferred)—Visit MSA’s website, https://mdstad.com/, Apply For a Job and use the link at the bottom of the page to complete an electronic application.

Option 2 - Electronically send MSA application and any other necessary materials to employment@mdstad.com with the Announcement Number PM1-012024 in the subject line.

Option 3 - Mail a MSA application to the following address:

Human Resources
Maryland Stadium Authority
Attention: Announcement Number PM1-012024
333 W. Camden Street, Suite 500
Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Resumes may accompany MSA’s application; however, all sections of the application must be completed according to the instructions or it will not be considered.

If you are unable to apply on line, an application may be requested by calling 410-333-1560, or toll free 1-877-637-8234. TTY users may call via the Maryland Relay Service.

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