Manager III, (Grade M3)

<br><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/14669/jobpostings/image/20260211092819_1770830912478.png" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="" alt="WHO WE ARE" data-uw-rm-alt="CT"><br><br><br><strong>Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $</strong><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" data-pasted="true"><strong>98,662</strong></span><strong> to $</strong><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" data-pasted="true"><strong>169,347</strong></span><strong>, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.</strong><br><p data-pasted="true"><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DGS/home.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DGS/home.html" data-uw-rm-ext-link="">The Department of General Services (DGS) </a>is comprised of many and diverse functions sharing a common and critical mission: providing the service to Montgomery County departments and offices that enables them to serve the public. Our success is measured by how we help others succeed. We are one department, with one mission: Delivering Great Service!</p><p>The Department of General Services<a href="https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DGS-FAC/Home.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DGS-FAC/Home.html" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" aria-label="montgomerycountymd.gov" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=""> </a><a href="https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DGS-FAC/Home.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DGS-FAC/Home.html" data-uw-rm-ext-link="">The Division of Facilities Management(DFM) </a>delivers operational and mission critical services 24 hours a day seven days a week on behalf of County residents and Montgomery County Government. DFM manages over 400 County buildings, ensuring they are maintained at the highest level to provide a comfortable environment for employees and the public.</p><p><strong>WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR</strong></p><p>The Deputy Chief, Section of Operations, Division of Facilities Management Services (DFM) of the Department of General Services (DGS), will be responsible for managing the Planned Lifecycle Asset Replacement program and other distinct and level-of-effort CIP projects. The Deputy Chief of Operations leads a team of thirteen employees including engineers, and maintenance/renovations professionals performing a variety of projects at over 400 County (owned and leased) facilities. The Deputy Chief of Operations serves as the lead for the DFM project review process as it relates to CIP projects in design by the County and other external agencies and includes routine coordination with other DGS design and construction professionals on standards and practices. This position works in close coordination with the DFM Deputy Chief of Property Management to ensure full coordination of projects and initiatives throughout the department.</p><p data-pasted="true">The successful applicant will be customer service oriented, have hands-on experience in project management across engineering and construction disciplines and be skilled in managing trades and engineer staff responsible for the maintenance of critical facility systems, decision-making under stressful circumstances, and setting priorities and schedules. In addition, the position requires determining, recommending, and defending staff and contract manpower needs and corresponding funding requirements, Performs the full scope of supervisory functions including the assignment of duties, selection of employees, scheduling and approving leave, orienting new employees, training, evaluating performance, and resolving disciplinary problems. Ensures adequate coverage of operations, keeping employees informed of DFM, DGS and County goals, objectives and policies, and informing management of employee issues and concerns. The candidate must possess a thorough knowledge of, and experience with, work order systems, performance measures and reports, building automation, technology used in facility management and engineering technology tools (CADD, etc.).</p><p>Individuals with strong analytical, critical thinking, supervisory and superior communication skills and who thrive in a fast-paced and challenging work environment are encouraged to apply. </p><p><br></p><br><p data-pasted="true"><strong>Experience:</strong>  Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the fields of engineering, facilities management and/or business administration.</p><p><strong>Education:</strong> Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.</p><p><strong>Equivalency: </strong> An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.  </p><p data-pasted="true"><br></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Experience managing capital improvement project management and related professional and construction services contracts</li><li>Registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Architect or Certified PMP</li><li>Knowledge of Building Systems</li><li>Knowledge of Architectural/Engineering Computer Applications </li></ul>

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