Director of Capital Construction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

Baltimore City

6776 Reisterstown Road

Baltimore, MD

Perform duties of Director, Capital Construction and Capital Maintenance and assist the Director, Division of Capital Construction and Facilities Maintenance in the management of the Division in the implementation of design and construction of capital projects and capital maintenance projects and provide assistance in planning, programing, and budgeting of the capital projects program relating to the Correctional Facilities.

• Manages the staff of the Department of Capital Construction and Facilities Maintenance in design and construction of capital projects and capital maintenance program for State Correctional facilities using the expert knowledge of the principles and practices of building design and construction, procurement and administration of contracts for Architect/Engineers, construction, and construction related services, costs and scheduling and management/supervision techniques to achieve economy and efficiency of the capital construction program. Responsible for implementation of several million-dollar capital construction program. This includes developing spending plans and cost control of capital funds and operating budget funds, recommendations for Procurement Officer’s decisions and manpower assignments, and audit responses.
• Manages the staff of the Department of Capital Construction and Facilities Maintenance in the planning, programming and budgeting of the capital budget program. Assists the Assistant Secretary in development of capital budget requests of the Department for presentation and approval by the Legislature.
• The Director serves as the primary liaison between the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) and the Department of General Services (DGS), overseeing the strategic coordination and execution of all departmental capital projects.
• Coordinates through the project directors, project managers and registered engineers/architects, and outside consultants, the development of designs, plans and specifications, and construction of public improvements relating to State correctional facilities, including Patuxent Institution and Baltimore Central Booking and Intake Facility. Provide recommendations to the Director in the settlement of claims and Procurement Officer’s decisions.
• Supervises, organizes, directs and controls project directors, project managers and project teams consisting of registered professional engineers and architects in design, scheduling, cost control and progress of the capital projects program to make it economical and efficient. Directs them in solving complex and unusual technical problems. Explore and evaluate all engineering and architectural alternatives and recommend the most acceptable solutions to problems.
• Prepares, through staff, comprehensive narratives, special reports and legislative reports requested by the Deputy Secretary of Operations on topics of special interest (such as feasibility of projects, master plans, inmate use in prison construction, etc.).
• Recommends to the Deputy Secretary of Operations the design standards and design policies for the design and construction of correctional facilities and procedure/ plan to implement those.

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields: Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural), Architecture, Construction Management, Facilities Management, Building Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience: Seven (7) years of professional experience carrying out the following duties in government, correctional, institutional, healthcare, educational, military, or large industrial environments doing: Construction management, facilities maintenance, capital project management, or engineering operations; and

At least three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience overseeing professional, technical, and/or trade staff.

Qualifying experience must include:

• Planning, directing, and managing large-scale construction, renovation, or infrastructure projects
• Oversight of facility maintenance operations across multiple sites
• Budget development and fiscal oversight for capital and operational expenditures
• Contract administration, procurement coordination, and vendor management
• Ensuring compliance with applicable building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

· Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Facilities Management, Public Administration, or a related discipline

· Possession of one or more of the following professional licensures or certifications: Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or Project Management Professional (PMP).

· Experience overseeing capital improvement programs, major renovations, or new construction projects exceeding multi-million-dollar budgets

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.

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Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application, supplemental questionnaire, and required documents may be emailed to Terrayl.Goode@Maryland.gov. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.

If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.