The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking an experienced professional with hands-on construction and project management experience in areas such as design, operation and renovation. Our applicant will provide project management and technical assistance for complex capital and maintenance projects including the development of unique solutions based on deep technical knowledge of specialty areas. Project Management responsibilities include oversight, quality control, documentation, monitoring costs and schedules and contract closeout.
Our ideal candidate will be decisive, persuasive, detail oriented, excel at multi-tasking with considerable independence and autonomy.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Provide ongoing guidance in the design process, plans, specifications, cost-estimates, bid documents and manage construction for various projects in Department of Mental Health (DMH) hospitals and facilities.

• Direct full project teams including designers, contractors, construction managers at risk, outside project managers, and DMH staff to ensure construction and renovation projects are completed within specifications, scope, budget, and schedule.

• Recommend strategies to DMH management regarding changes or enhancements to design guidelines, construction standards and initiatives to improve processes and outcomes.

• Provide input regarding designs, work plans, schedules and daily operations.

• Assist in the development and design of contractual agreements for professional and technical services around the planning, design, and construction of capital and maintenance improvements.

• Review plans, specifications and cost estimates submitted by the designers to ascertain compliance with the applicable codes and the requirements of DMH.

• Participate and attend meetings with the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM), designers and consultants in all phases of the project design and construction for the DMH facilities.

• Maintain current accurate records by updating milestones and budget information and regulatory report on project progress.

• Oversee budget, expenditure monitoring and specification development.

Required Qualification

• Advanced or specialized knowledge of the industry, design practices, construction techniques, and construction management.

• Ability to solve problems and devise techniques for accomplishing work objectives where few precedents and guidelines are available.

• Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the services to be performed, the capabilities of subordinates, and available resources; controlling work through periodic reviews and/or evaluation; determining the need for disciplinary action and recommending disciplinary action.

• Capacity to lead others and organize the efforts of others in accomplishing work objectives and performance standards.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to write clear, accurate and concise technical reports.

• Capacity to interact effectively with diverse groups of people

• Ability to understand, explain and apply the laws regulations, policies, procedures and standards governing Commonwealth construction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• In-depth understanding and knowledge of the industry including construction procedures, design practices, materials and project management principles.

• Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official training.

• Ability to solve problems and devise techniques for accomplishing work objectives where few precedents and guidelines are available.

• Competent, with the aptitude to supervise staff including planning and assigning work, performance appraisal, employee coaching/training/development.

• Critical thinking skills, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

• Aptitude to draft clear, accurate and concise technical reports with general report writing practices.

• Skilled in understanding, explaining and applying the laws regulations, policies, procedures and standards governing Commonwealth construction.

• Capacity to multitask and manage several projects at one time.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues and external constituents.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and exercise discretion in handling confidential information.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.

DMH Mission Statement:

The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research.

Pre-Offer Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visithttp://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.