Construction Procurement Specialist (12310, Grade 22)

Salary: $55,958.00 – $99,106.00 Annually

Location : Riverdale, MD

Job Type: Career

Job Number: 12310

Department: PGC Parks and Recreation

Division: Capital Planning and Devt Div

Opening Date: 07/05/2023

Closing Date: 7/19/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission is currently seeking up to two highly motivated, customer service-oriented individual(s) to serve as a Construction Procurement Specialist in the Commission’s Department of Parks and Recreation’s Park Planning and Development Division located in Riverdale, Maryland. Under the direction of the Capital Procurement Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing support for capital construction procurements in Prince George’s County by performing professional work of moderate to advanced difficulty in the technical and administrative functions of purchasing and contract administration. This position is responsible for the procurement of construction, professional services, and related goods that are conducted with public purchasing principles and the Commission’s Procurement Manual. This is a dynamic and engaged position that will provide an exciting career opportunity for the successful candidate.
Examples of Important Duties
Procuring or coordinating the procurement of architectural and engineering services, construction services, and related goods and professional services required by the Department;

Prepare, contribute or edit technical and complex specifications, contracts, and solicitation documents, including all related research and analysis;

Prepare and analyze competitive sealed bids, competitive sealed proposals, requests for quotations, and other solicitations;

Research cooperative or on-call contracts for identified needs;

Identify and notify potential sources; market the solicitation;

Schedule and conduct pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences;

Coordinate and facilitate activities of selection committees;

Recommend lowest, responsive, responsible bidders on IFB’s; most advantageous, best value, or most qualified on RFP’s; most qualified on REOI’s or RFQu’s;

Develop, solicit and award Task Orders;

Review requisitions and confer with sources regarding requirements, specifications, quantities, quality, and delivery;

Engage with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to acquaint them with procurement policies and procedures and to obtain information on required products and services;

Provide guidance, assistance, and information related to the procurement procedures and documents to project managers, construction inspectors, and other internal customers;

Prepare and maintain accurate records and documentation on all solicitations, responses, task orders, purchases, contracts, correspondence, and related documents;

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and possesses proactive communication skills;

Perform other duties as required and requested.
Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Finance, Business or any related field.
2. Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in human resource management,finance or any other related field of business administration.
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 6 years.

Supplemental Information
Highly Desirable Skills:
Four (4) years of professional experience in the preparation of construction, professional services, and technical solicitation documents;

Ability to effectively communicate complex and technical subjects in a clear and positive manner while developing effective working relationships with fellow staff;

Professional certification such as Certified Professional Public Buyer (CBBP), Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP);

Good knowledge of mathematics to perform computations, and collect and analyze values via spreadsheets;

Demonstrated experience and considerable knowledge in successfully managing construction procurement processes in a public sector environment;

Knowledge and experience in various project delivery methods such as Design/Build, Design/Bid/Build, and Construction Management at Risk;

Considerable skill with computers, including automated purchasing systems and E-Builder Project Management Software;

Ability to read, interpret, explain and properly apply procurement rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;

Ability to establish schedules and complete projects on a timely basis.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES

The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.

Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.

Retirement Programs

• Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.

Plan: Employee Contribution
Plan C: 9%* of base salary (FOP members only) – *9.5% Effective 4/1/2023
Plan E: 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• Deferred Compensation MissionSquare 457 plan (Optional)
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan – (15%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
• Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
• Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
• Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
  • Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

• Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $2,850
• Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $5,000

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

• Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

• Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
• Automatic coverage with opt-out provision

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
• Spouse/Dependent Combination – $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)

• Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
• Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
• Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

Leave Programs

• Annual: 15 days per year
• Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
• Sick: 15 days per year
• Holidays: 11 days per year

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Legal Services Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Work-Life Program

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission’s Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.