Job Description
Introduction
The Division’s mission is to provide Delaware’s residents and visitors with safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities and open spaces, responsible stewardship of the lands and the cultural and natural resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage, and resource-based interpretive and educational services. The Division is able to carry out the mission through comprehensive planning balancing resource management with recreational needs of the community.
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Summary Statement
This position will assist in the construction of capital projects within the Delaware State Park System by providing technical input related to construction means and methods during planning and design; estimating the construction costs of projects to assist with budget development; review construction documents prior to bidding for constructability and consistency with operational standards; and directly manage projects occurring in multiple parks throughout the State of Delaware. The position will have physical office space in the Division headquarters in Dover. With most of the time spent in the field, the position will need to function independently and remotely with provided IT or other equipment.
Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Coordinates and oversees construction projects to ensure compliance with state laws, department and division policies and procedures.
- Provides technical assistance in defining and determining the feasibility of construction and renovation projects.
- Develops construction project budgets and approves expenditures.
- Provides technical input into the development of project specifications and drawings.
- Oversees contract bidding to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and state bidding laws.
- Selects and recommends approval of professional services.
- Reviews, approves and coordinates payment of services and change orders.
- Conducts site inspections to determine contractual compliance and to ensure safety and conformance to project plans.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS For Construction Project Manager Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Three years experience in construction project management which includes planning, scheduling, staffing, coordinating, controlling, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the status of construction projects.
- Three years experience in interpreting blueprints, schematics or technical drawings.
- Six months experience in interpreting national and local building and fire codes.
- Six months experience in contract administration which includes overseeing the development and negotiation of contracts and bid specifications; managing bid openings; awarding and executing contracts.
Additional Posting Information
The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for
Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.
Conditions of Hire
DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.
As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Job Tags
Contract work, Local area, Remote job, Flexible hours,