Construction Coordinator

State of Oregon•Portland, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports ODOT’s mission by helping build a safe and reliable transportation system. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring projects are constructed with high quality and that public funds are used responsibly. You’ll assist the resident engineer with administering construction contracts in alignment with applicable standards and proactively resolving construction issues to keep projects moving smoothly. We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Requirements

At least 50% of the work is performed outdoors and requires working in inclement weather, close to highway traffic or construction equipment and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Requires lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, moving around uneven terrain, overnight travel, working long hours and being on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including holidays.
Four years of experience in the field of engineering in construction inspection, surveying and/or permitting OR An associate degree in the field of engineering (civil or transportation-related) and two years of engineering technician experience OR A bachelor’s degree in the field of engineering (civil or transportation-related) and one year of engineering technician experience OR An equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Related experience, education, and training can include, but is not limited to construction management, forestry, geography, geology, geomatics, mathematics, physics, remote sensing and/or urban planning.
Driving is an essential function of this position.
Must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record.
We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).
Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction inspection and contract administration - Highway preferred.
Experience interpreting construction plans and specifications.
Experience applying knowledge of mathematics, survey principals, engineering and construction practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain responsible and positive relations with contractors and their representatives.
Assure that plans and specifications are adhered to by the contractor through monitoring inspectors and survey crews.
Accept or reject contract work or material on the basis of established standards and specifications.
Review contractor’s project schedule to determine if it is reasonable and meets specifications.
Initiate, negotiate, prepare and review proposed CCO’s, EWO’s and SFO’s.
Prepare and recommend project budgets, crew budgets and project and crew manpower based on projections and reports.
Assist in contract administration functions including assuring quality and quantity documentation.