F&W-2025-6 Construction Management Specialist 3

Open to: Department-Wide
Work Week: 40 (40-hour) Work Week
Salary: (P25) $77,143.55 - $113,263.75
Opening Date: 7/29/2025
Closing Date: 8/12/2025
Existing Vacancies: 1

Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Fish and Wildlife Program
Land Management
1670 Buck Shutem Rd
Millville, NJ 08322

Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and meet the requirements below.

Description
Under the limited supervision of a Construction Management Specialist 1 or other supervisory official in a State or local agency, prepares the design, project control, cost estimation, contract administration, quality assurance, scheduling and control activities involved in capital construction, public works projects, or programs administered by the division; does other related duties as required.

Specific to the Position
Duties include maintaining 24 ranges, 50 existing program support facilities which include 13 office buildings, 37 facilities (buildings, storage, sheds, barns); 49 public recreational boating facilities, and employee housing, ensuring the public and NJFW employees have safe and adequate working and living spaces.

Preferred Skill Set
Strong background with building repair and construction experience

Requirements
NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester-hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.

Seven (7) years of professional experience in the field of architecture, engineering, project management, construction contract management, financial contract management, facilities management, construction quality assurance, or related area involving complex building projects.

OR

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

OR

Possession of a master's degree in a specialty area related to construction; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE: Possession of a valid New Jersey Architect's License issued by the Board of Architects and Certified Landscape Architects may be substituted for two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE: Possession of a valid Professional Engineer's License issued by the State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may be substituted for two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE: Possession of a valid New Jersey Uniform Construction Code License issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs may be substituted for one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.

NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.

License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Employee Benefits
As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Benefit Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Alternative Workweek Program*
• Telework*
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Commuter Tax Savings Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement*

*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit

Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the New Jersey First Act.

Authorization to Work
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form . All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.