Building Construction Specialist 1

State of Connecticut•Hartford, CT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Department of Housing, is accepting applications for the role of Building Construction Specialist 1 within its Architectural and Technical Services Unit. This is a full-time position with 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday, with flexible work hours generally starting between 8:00-8:30 AM and ending 4:30-5:00 PM, depending on lunch duration. The position is located at 505 Hudson Street in Hartford and offers a hybrid work opportunity. The Building Construction Specialist 1 will collaborate within a small, cohesive unit to review housing development documentation, construction plans, and conduct daily site visits to monitor DOH project construction sites across the state. Driving and travel within Connecticut are required almost daily, necessitating the successful completion of a state driver training course for the use of state vehicles.

Requirements

Five (5) years of experience with construction projects involving all building trades (e.g., plumbing, heating, electrical) OR as a Municipal Building Official.
One (1) year of the General Experience must have included the review and inspection of large scale building projects for building code compliance. (Large scale building projects are interpreted as buildings exceeding 12,000 square feet in size and more than one story in height not including apartment buildings and single family residences.)
Considerable knowledge of principles, methods, materials and equipment used in building design and construction.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret contracting, zoning and building codes and related regulations.
Knowledge of major trades areas relative to building construction and maintenance (e.g., plumbing, heating, electrical, structural).
Knowledge of fire protection practices and procedures.
Interpersonal skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Considerable ability to inspect and supervise construction work for compliance with plans and specifications.
Ability to read and interpret building plans and specifications.
Ability to utilize computer software.
Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Nice To Haves

Educational background in architecture, engineering or building construction management.
Building Official license.
Experience in construction plan review for code conformance.
Experience working with contractors at construction sites for monitoring, field observation or construction administration.

Responsibilities

Inspects all phases of construction and building rehabilitation or improvements for compliance with building codes, departmental regulations and/or statutory requirements.
Reviews shop drawings and proposed changes to approved building plans.
Evaluates field work for adherence to contract documents and/or codes and national standards.
Determines necessity for specification and design changes and makes recommendations.
Evaluates site conditions for construction safety including observation of soil, rock, ledge, water and other local conditions.
Inspects methods and quality of workmanship including performance and observation of testing of construction materials.
Consults with in-house staff, other agencies, architects, engineers, construction personnel and local building code enforcement officials on problems encountered.
Prepares technical reports of field conditions.
Reviews and evaluates schedules of values and payments to contractors.
Provides technical advice to in-house staff and public or private organizations regarding building projects as required.
Prepares specifications and construction costs.
Serves as liaison with state and local housing officials.
Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with agency and industry requirements.
Reviews bids and quotes.
Conducts field visits of proposed projects with applicants.
Assists with technical feasibility determination.
Assists and coordinates with receipt of state permits and certifications related to construction projects.
Reviews payment applications for consistency with project budget and project progress.
Assists in preparation of proposals for professional services.
Assists in consultant and construction management duties for agency.
May testify at administrative hearings or in state and federal courts of law.
May assist in preparation and presentation of education programs mandated by statute to local code enforcement officials, state agencies and professional organizations.
May perform limited code compliance plan review.
Performs related duties as required.