Highway Development Manager

Highway Development Manager

Salary

$111,863.98 - $190,168.77 Annually

Location

Division of Public Works - Frederick, MD

Job Type

Full-time Regular

Job Number

FY27-00115

Department

DPW Transportation Engineering

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

9/25/2026 4:00 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
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JOB INFORMATION

THIS POSITION IS BEING RECRUITED AS A DEPARTMENT WIDE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY. ONLY CURRENT REGULAR AND PROBATIONARY EMPLOYEES OF THE FREDERICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND CONSTRCUTION MANAGEMENT ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR ELIGIBILITY OR HOW THIS EMPLOYMENT CHANGE MAY AFFECT YOUR COMPENSATION, PLEASE CONTACT RECRUITMENT@FREDERICKCOUNTYMD.GOV

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full-benefits; partial teleworking schedule may be available in accordance with Division policies.

This position oversees the transportation engineering section and manages the County's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for roads, bridges, highways, and other transportation projects. Responsibilities include project planning, interagency coordination, fiscal reporting, staff supervision, and support for training and certification. Supervision is given to professional and support staff; supervision is received from the Department Head, Engineering and Construction Management.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide oversight, guidance and direction to project management staff in execution of their projects and other assignments
• Plan, program and maintain capital improvement program for Roads, Bridges and Highways Projects
• Develop new Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects including scope, budget, and schedule for the annual fiscal planning cycle
• Provide ongoing project support and fiscal details to DPW management, Accounting, Budget Office, CIP committee, and County Executive's Office
• Coordinate with State, Federal, and various other agencies in the planning, design and construction of projects
• Administer personnel functions for the Office of Transportation Engineering
• Train new staff on job duties and participate in professional development activities including seminars and certification updates
• Respond to citizen/customer complaints
• Prepare staff reports, executive reports, and presentations
• Prepare and deliver quarterly updates on project status, schedules, staff workload, change orders, and financial reporting to management
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employees position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of work experience in public works operations, maintenance, or transportation-network management which must include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff

Substitutions for the above-listed required education and experience are an Associate's Degree with 9 years work experience as described above which must include 3 years of experience supervising or managing staff; or a Master's Degree with 5 years work experience as described above which must include 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying
• Knowledge of Frederick County standards, specifications and contracts, submittal procedures, etc.
• Knowledge of AIA and EJCDC documents, specifications, and contracts
• Knowledge with the following codes: AASHTO, BOCA, ACI, MDSHA, and AISC of AIA
• Skill in managing and supervising employees
• Skill in evaluating and managing and overseeing Capital Improvement Program projects
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including public speaking skills
• Skill in project and fiscal support for management and construction projects
• Ability to prepare and present clear, concise written and spoken reports and statistical information
• Ability to effectively plan and prepare accurate estimates, specifications and budgets
• Ability to effectively deal with construction claims, change orders and, if needed, arbitration
• Ability to effectively develop and administer operating budgets and CIP budgets
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Licensed Professional Engineer or Professional Architect in the State of Maryland
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; and frequently walk
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Available for varied working hours as needed to accommodate meetings, contractors schedules, emergency events, and other commitments

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

• An evaluation of training and experience
• One or more interviews

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov

Retirement Plan:

A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance:

County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.

Dental Insurance:

Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employees completion of 30 days of active employment

NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts:

The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $3,400 per year for Health Care Spending and $7,500 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance:

Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Supplemental Life Insurance is also offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and their dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:

The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employees direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time. Contribution maximums are set each year by the IRS.

Educational Reimbursement Program:

County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may apply for education reimbursement for courses that can improve or develop an employees capabilities related to their current job or for a promotional opportunity within Frederick County Government. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesnt remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.

Employee Assistance Program:

This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related issue or concern.

Leave

Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year

0 - 2 years 11 days

2 - 10 years 17 days

10 + years 24 days

Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employees child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, and Military.

Holidays:

The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.

For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefits package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov.

All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.

01

Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, your application may not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02

Are you a current regular or probationary employee of the Frederick County Governments Department of Engineering & Construction Management?

• Yes
• No

03

If you have earned a college degree, was it in business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

04

Which best describes your level of education?

• Less than Associates degree
• Associates degree received
• Bachelors degree received
• Advanced degree received

05

How many years of work experience in public works operations, maintenance, or transportation-network management do you have?

• Less than 5 years of work experience
• 5 years of work experience
• 6 years of work experience
• 7 years of work experience
• 8 years of work experience
• 9 or more years of work experience

06

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be considered further.

07

Does your work experience in public works operations, maintenance, or transportation-network management include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff?

• Yes
• No

08

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be considered further.

09

Do you have current possession of any of the following: (please select all that apply)

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Professional Architect in the State of Maryland
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• I do not possess either

Required Question

Employer Frederick County Government

Address 12 East Church Street

Frederick, Maryland, 21701

Phone 301-600-1070

Website http://www.FrederickCountymd.gov/jobs