Coordinates project schedules. Inspects and supervises the inspection of project construction. Ensures the project’s technical integrity and compliance to code requirements. Investigates, analyzes, and resolves construction issues.
Processes project change orders. Coordinates with contractors and field personnel to implement changes. Reviews project expenditures. Reviews requisitions and bills. Reviews account funding.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience
Possession of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in mechanical or electrical engineering. Eight years’ experience in the design of mechanical systems for buildings, at least five years of which included project management work involving building systems. Experience with public K-12 and/or large Capital projects is preferred.
Licenses and Certificates
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering. Thorough knowledge of the design of mechanical systems for buildings. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of project management. Knowledge of computers and software used in engineering design, drafting, computer modeling, and project management.
Skill in the design of mechanical systems for buildings. Skill in managing the design and construction of engineering projects. Skill in leading employees engaged in engineering design, drafting, and construction inspection. Skill in the preparation of reports, correspondence, and other documents. Skill in preparing detailed analysis of engineering projects, proposals, and building mechanical systems. Skill in the review of designs. Skill in solving engineering problems. Skill in conducting field investigations and inspections. Skill in communicating effectively with consultants, school administrators, the public, and others.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The work of this class is generally sedentary with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities. Duties require travel to sites throughout Baltimore County and movement through project sites, buildings, and areas under construction.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Work schedules may include nights and weekends.
FLSA: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid vacation, paid holiday’s, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
GRADE
Grade 07 - 12 Month OPE Pay Scale
SALARY: $85,543 to $134,894 (Annual Salary Scale for Exempt 12-Month Employees Represented by BCPSOPE 2025-2026 Effective September 20, 2025) Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll.
OTHER COMPENSATION: This position may be eligible for comp time. Visit the BCPS website to review the OPE Master Agreement for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497.
This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
Pre-Employment Requirements
All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
- Contact Information
- Office of Staffing & Licensure
- Phone: 443-809-7872
- Email: sstahl@bcps.org
