Maintenance/Construction Proj Mngr I

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is hiring four Time Limited Maintenance/Construction Project Manager Is to oversee capital improvement projects in State Parks. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates. The positions require knowledge of engineering, architecture, and sustainable construction practices. Responsibilities include providing technical support, reviewing plans, acting as the owner's representative, managing budgets, and ensuring project quality. Candidates must be able to work flexible hours and travel as needed. Salary ranges from $59,752 to $82,159.
Description of Work
• SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED* A sign-on bonus of $2,000 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy Payout contingent on funding availability

This vacancy announcement is for three time-limited positions, subject to funding availability. Time limited appointments may last up to 36 months. Time limited employees are eligible for State Benefits.

Recruitment Range: $59,752 - $82,159

(This is a range. Selected candidate's salary will be determined within this range based on qualifications, equity, and funding at the time of hire.)

Positions are located at: Nature Research Center 121 West Jones Street, 3rd Floor Raleigh, NC 27601
Primary Purpose of Position: The Division of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is looking for four Time Limited Maintenance/Construction Project Manager Is to manage capital improvement projects as assigned, in our State Parks. The roles are based on a design management process which requires an understanding of fundamental principles, practices of engineering, architecture, sustainable & green construction practices, and cost estimation. The selected candidates must work independently with minimal level of supervision on complex projects. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Provide technical support and consultation for capital improvement projects for various facilities, systems and equipment.

Review plans (schematic to working drawings) and specifications by designers to assure conformance with Owner needs, general management plans, master plans, permits and code compliance.

Act as the Owner's representative and principal liaison with the State Construction Office and Department of Insurance on all assigned work.

Attend all project design meetings, pre-bids, bid openings, pre-construction meetings, monthly and weekly project meetings whether at the office or jobsite.

Authorize contractor payments and change orders, approve, reject, negotiate, recommend payment based on work completed and maintain project accounts/budgets.

Supervise construction quality to ensure adherence to plans, specifications, good construction practices and codes.

Conduct engineering feasibility studies and review of innovative green & sustainable facilities designs used to accommodate the entire population spectrum, including ADA accessibility requirements.

Position/Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work weekends, holidays and after regular work shifts as necessary.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid NC driver's license within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to travel with some overnight stays when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must have or be able to:

Proven knowledge of state and/or federal rules and regulations regarding the compliance codes of architecture engineering and construction.
Demonstrated experience utilizing the theory and practice of civil engineering, architecture, construction, program planning, construction practice, state construction procedures, and/or building codes.
Demonstrated experience on estimating costs, monitoring and managing construction projects.
Demonstrated experience in sustainable building practices.
Management Prefers: Designing and/or review the design of outside consultants and to read and interpret all related plans and specifications.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities or Construction Management or related Engineering field from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

two (2) years of related experience in construction project management;

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education. Conservation: To conserve and protect representative examples of North Carolina's natural beauty, ecological features, recreational and cultural resources within the state parks system; Recreation: To provide and promote safe, healthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state; and Education: To provide educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural and cultural heritage. To explore NC State Parks visit: https://www.ncdcr.gov/things-to-do/state-parks
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina, literally from A to Z. The Arts to the Zoo, and so much else – parks, aquariums, historic sites, archaeology, African American Heritage Commission, science and history museums, the state Symphony, Library and Archives, historic preservation, land and water stewardship, and more. These places, and the ideas they represent, create a shared identity in North Carolina. They provide common ground. Everyone is welcome. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. Check out this amazing video about our Department.

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The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or political influence.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all member of our work community. Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.

Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Please call the human resources office for assistance. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks. It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

CONTACT INFORMATION: N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Parks and Recreation
Kenedi Small

121 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

Phone: 919-707-9354

employment@dncr.nc.gov

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