Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

Salary

$59,172.65 - $95,859.50 Annually

Location

10420 Audie Lane, La Plata, MD 20646, MD

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2026-00155

Department

PW CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Opening Date

06/08/2026

Closing Date

6/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
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Summary

The hiring salary for this position is $59,172.65 annually.

Telework eligibility is determined by county policy and the approval of the hiring department.

Charles County Government is seeking a dynamic Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Management Team in Capital Services or Technical Support Division in executing a variety of projects. The work involves record keeping, administration, planning, coordinating, and overseeing project activities to ensure successful on time project delivery, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and communication skills and a strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain project files and folders in accordance with file management procedures.
• Assist project managers in preparation of project templates such as invoices and change orders.
• Draft memos in compliance with County policies.
• Review and study project documents including reports, drawings, details, and specifications.
• Support project managers in performing periodic site visits to view and track construction progress.
• Assist Project Manager in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets. Help coordinate project activities, resources, and information.
• Serve as a point of contact for project-related inquiries. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and team members.
• Track project tasks and milestones. Update schedules and issue logs.
• Assist in development of scope of work, bid form, and special provisions.
• Attend public information, design, and construction meetings.
• Maintain and update various maps.
• Assist with preparing various presentations and public information meetings.
• Assist with wage scale administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma. Two or more years of experience in project management or a related field.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess a valid drivers license.

Special Requirements/Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to keenly focus on details.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Ability to communicate in writing and orally in an excellent manner.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Knowledge with project management and Microsoft 365 is preferred.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is partly sedentary with periods of moderate physical activity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office environment and requires periodic site visits.

Department/Division: Public Works Utilities/Capital Services

Pay Grade: 112

FLSA Status: Exempt

Telework Eligible: Yes

Reports To: Capital Services Program Manager

Supervises: None

Charles County Government

BENEFITS SUMMARY

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Health Insurance

Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost: Blue Choice Advantage and HMO Open Access plans, including prescription and vision coverage. CareFirst and Delta for dental coverage.

Flexible Spending Account

Provides medical and dependent care options.

Supplemental Income Products

Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, and Hospital Indemnity Policy.

Long Term Disability Insurance

No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability, up to $5,000/month. Retiree Health Insurance New hires who elect health insurance coverage with County Government are enrolled in a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Account (VEBA). This coverage allows employees to pay health insurance premiums and other medical expenses following retirement or separation from employment.

Life Insurance

No charge to employees (valued at 1.5x the annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies available.

Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan) 401(a) Plan - Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week. Participation is mandatory.

Deferred Compensation Plan

457(b) Governmental Plan - Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.

Employee Leave

• Charles County Government full-time employees earn annual, sick, and paid time off (PTO).
• The County currently recognizes 20 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Away from work programs like paid parental leave and FMLA are available to employees.

Transfer of Sick Leave

New hires may be eligible to receive credit for up to 400 hours of sick leave from their previous employer when they begin employment.

Work Schedules

• Most work weeks are 37.5 hrs, and some positions may offer the opportunity for flexible work schedules or allow telework.

Additional Fringe Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement for full-time employees upon completion of probation period
• Discounted, Onsite Childcare at a County Government facility.
• House Keys 4 Employee Program offers assistance to full time employees who are first-time homebuyers.
• Free, Employee Wellness Programs
• Legal Resources (prepaid benefit)
• Employee Assistance Program (free, short-term counseling)

Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted. Effective: March 1, 2025

01

The hiring salary for this position is $59,172.65 annually. Internal candidates selected for this position will receive a salary according to the county's promotional pay increase policy. Please confirm that you are acknowledging this is the salary for this position.

• I acknowledge this is the salary for this position.

02

Do you have experience reading construction drawings?

• Yes
• No

03

Please elaborate on your experience in design or construction management.

04

The position you are applying for requires an acceptable driving record. The Charles County Government employee driving policy states that employees will be considered to have an acceptable driving record if ALL of the following statements are true: - I do not exceed a maximum of four (4) points on my driving record. - I do not have a suspended or revoked license. - I do not have a single motor vehicle violation, conviction, or plea of Nolo Contendere, or the acceptance of Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) involving the use of alcohol, illegal drugs, refusal to take an alcohol or drug test, or the misuse of legal over-the-counter medication for any of these violations. - I have not demonstrated a pattern of unsafe vehicle operation as evidenced by moving violations or single infraction of such severity (e.g., eluding a police officer; evading responsibility; failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, reckless driving, etc.). According to these guidelines, do you have an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

05

For the top candidate selected for this position, the next steps in the hiring process will include verification of employment history and reference checking. We will contact your current employer and two additional professional references following a conditional offer. We will also conduct a background check, driver record check and physical exam, if applicable, and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening before a final offer is extended. Please confirm that you are acknowledging that if you are the top candidate selected for this position, the steps described above will be taken during the hiring process.

• I confirm that I am acknowledging that if I am the top candidate selected for this position, the steps described above will be taken during the hiring process.

06

Are you a federal employee recently affected by a layoff/reduction in force?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Charles County Government