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Area Supervisor

Administrator IV

Recruitment #25-002589-0014

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team! 

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

DGS Office of Design, Construction and Energy
Carroll County
6655 Sykesville Rd.
Sykesville, MD 21784

Wicomico County
201 Baptist St. 
Salisbury, MD 21801

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Main Purpose of Job

The Are Supervisor is the first level supervisor and leader for a group of Building Construction Engineers (Construction Managers or CM’s) and is responsible for on time completion and quality construction for assigned construction projects within the assigned region. The Area Supervisor provides assistance to the Regional Manager to complete assigned tasks and serves as Acting Regional Manager in Manager’s absence and as backup to Construction Managers during their absences.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties to include but not limited to:

Record Keeping
● Periodically checks project files. Ensures files are complete, following standard format, and are up to date. 
● Ensures all significant project related actions are documented and filed, including meetings, telephone and in person conversations. 
● Ensures each Change Order has a separate file to include RFP, contractor’s proposal, CO forms, record of any negotiations and all pertinent correspondence.  
● Maintains a Balance Sheet tracking credits/debits for original contracts as well as original duration/time extensions.  
● Updates MS-22's  as necessary. Approves timesheets, and reviews/approves leave requests. 

Contract Administration
● Organizes and runs the following events: preconstruction conference, progress meetings, change order negotiations, site inspections, work list inspections, substantial completion inspections, punch list follow-up meetings, and other required meetings. 
● Reviews and approves: project schedule, construction status report updates, proposed change orders, requisitions/invoices, contractor A-E performance evaluations. 

Construction Management
● Ensures all letters of notification are sent to the appropriate parties, and planning, develop and  execution meetings.
● Ensures Using Agency is aware a project is about to start and makes sure that the contractor/s will have full access to jobsite(s). 
● Resolves jobsite and design issues that the construction manager can not resolve. 
● Ensures work performed is in accordance with plans and specs. 
● Completes Change Order negotiations.
● Completes Change Order review for accuracy and execution.
● Processes final requisitions. 
● Schedules 6, 12 and 23 month warranty inspections. 
● Reviews warranty inspection reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work. 

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience. 

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for five years of the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding all qualifications.

● Experience with Microsoft Office ( Word, Excel, etc.).
● Experience with Project Management Software.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current permanent and contractual Department of General Services employees only.

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.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please include all experience and education that is related to this position.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered.  Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.

Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position.  You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.

The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.  Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED.  The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended.  The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews.  Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.

Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

- Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify

- Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions

- Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis

- Generous paid leave that increases with years of service

- Paid holidays

- Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs

- Employee & employer contributory pension plan 

 

Click on the link below for more information.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact tiara.massey1@maryland.gov or call 410-767-4987 with questions about this recruitment.  The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. Apply online at dgs.maryland.gov – Human Resources > Employment > Current Openings. If you are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper application to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD  21201 by the closing date and time. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

 

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.




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