Contracts Manager - Utility Maintenance

Position InformationFunctional TitleContracts Manager - Utility MaintenanceRecruitment Category TypeStandardFunctional CategoryUtility ServicesGradeGS.14FLSA StatusExemptRequisition Number25-0117Number of Vacancies1Job LevelNon-ManagementJob CodeN/AJob Description SummaryManages the Utility Services Department’s emergency and complex repair contracts and responsible for managing non-core work repair and maintenance contracts. Performs responsible supervisory work at the highest level as it relates to emergency and non-core work for repairs and maintenance of the infrastructure and management of the sewer house connection renewal program.Organization NameDepartment OfficeReports toSection Manager, Project EngineerFull or Part TimeFull TimeIf Part Time how many hours per weekN/ARegular or TemporaryRegularPosition End Date (if temporary)Work ScheduleMonday- Friday7:30 am to 4:00 pmPosition LocationGaithersburgPosition Summary InformationGeneral SummaryTheContracts Manager – Utility Maintenancemanages the Utility Services Department’semergency and complex repair contracts and non-core work repair and maintenance contracts.Essential Functions

Plans and prepares contracts for bid

Inputs data in MMIS / WAM regarding the emergency contracting program and sewer house connection renewal program

Plans and coordinates contract personnel on tasks associated with emergency and routine maintenance of the WSSC water and sewer systems including, but not limited to, conducting field inspections at contract work locations

Assists Water/Wastewater Systems Assessment Division’s Section Manager and Supervisory Project Engineer with bid specifications

Performs the design, review, and distribution of sewer house connection renewal work

Conducts work site pre-inspections while preparing contractor assignments

Holds pre-construction meetings with contractors, state, county, and local agencies, and sediment control specialists

Negotiates, writes, approves, and issues change orders on contracts

Receives, reviews, investigates, and approves/disapproves claims

Responsible for contract administration including, but not limited to, preparing engineer presentations on matters of dispute with contractors, field orders and payments to the contractors, approval of change orders, and compliance with their delegated level authority relative to costs and time

Reviews and approves by-pass plans

Collects pertinent data related to the specific repair and maintenance of the WSSC Water system

Confers with the members of various departments within WSSC Water, representatives from local government agencies, other utilities, and WSSC Water customers to communicate and coordinate the progression of contract work

Records pertinent information on sketches and submits clear and detailed drawings of changes to the WSSC Water systems to the Mapping Section to incorporate with the GIS

Prepares verbal and written reports

Conducts a thorough review of construction plans and proposed extensions to the WSSC Water system for deviations from construction standards

Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Other Functions

Writes and issues field orders when contractor is out of compliance with specifications

Writes final decision of the Engineer on contracts when claim cannot be resolved

Receives, reviews, and approves and/or disapproves submittals

Schedules shutdowns, chlorination sampling and bacteriological testing

Works with stakeholders to manage problems and information flow on the contracts

Attends after-hours meetings and work with homeowner’s associations

Participates in project design

Assists in planning short and long-range programs for operational and engineering improvements to the WSSC water and sewer systems

Provides technical engineering assistance; assists Utility Services Department members in solving difficult system shutdowns or bypasses

Takes the lead in reviewing and addressing customer complaints, as required

Guides and instructs contractor workers regarding specified work-in-progress

Locates underground pipelines and appurtenances with electromagnetic locating devices

Obtains permits as needed

Performs related duties as required

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Work performed primarily in the field

Some duties are performed in an office environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Considerable knowledge of the materials, equipment, methods, and techniques commonly used in public works maintenance and repair operations of water distribution and wastewater collection systems

Ability to apply engineering principles in field situations

Skilled in performing engineering computations, estimates, and measurements

Knowledge of standard operating procedures

Knowledge or understanding of hydraulic principles including static and dynamic pressures, hydraulic gradients, head loss in pressure, and flow calculations in pipe systems

Considerable knowledge of locating underground utilities by use of drawings and locating devices

Demonstrated ability to conduct independent investigations and making determinations in field problems related to WSSC Water systems

Ability to work effectively with contract personnel and to apply enforcement of specifications tactfully and with impartiality

Ability to work with State, County and local agencies and the general public

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of various departments outside of the Utility Services Department

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of basic construction management techniques

Intermediate proficiency level in Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years experience in construction supervision/inspection/management

1+ years experience in the maintenance and/or operation and/or construction of water/sewer systems

OR

High School diploma (or equivalent) and 2+ years of experience in construction supervision/inspection/management

5+ years experience in the maintenance and/or operation and/or construction of water/sewer systems

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer

On 24-hour call to work nights/weekends, as needed

Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

Preferences

ACI certification

Water and sewer design experience

Salary$82,732 - $140,868Posting Detail InformationEEO StatementAN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.Close Date01/10/2025Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsAdditional InformationAll applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

Yes

No

Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

Yes

No

Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

Yes

No

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

Resume

Optional Documents