CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ADMIN TRAINEE - 55010215

State of Florida•Doral, FL

About The Position

Construction Project Administrator Trainee / District Six / Director of Operations / District Construction. This position will assist with engineering tasks on construction projects, support project coordination, maintain accurate records, and help ensure compliance with policies and safety standards. Duties include preparing reports, reviewing plans, coordinating utilities, and addressing public concerns.

Requirements

Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and techniques of drafting, surveying, architecture and/or other engineering related areas
Knowledge of engineering quantitative techniques.
Skill in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.
Skilled in using computer programs such as Word, Excel, and other Department mainframe programs.
Ability to interpret engineering data.
Ability to perform technical engineering tasks.
Ability to solve problems relating to engineering.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
This position requires certification in Final Estimates level I, Final Estimates level II, and QC (Quality Control) Manager through the Construction Training Qualification Program (CTQP) and Advanced Maintenance of Traffic. Must obtain within six (6) months and maintain thereafter.
During a declared emergency event, the incumbent will be required to assist the district as needed.
While on-duty status, the position's incumbent may be required to drive a State owned or leased vehicle to perform the duties of this position.
A valid class "E" driver's license is required.
This position may be required to work extraordinary hours, including nights and/or weekends
A high school diploma or its equivalent; 2 years of experience in a related field can substitute for the high school diploma or equivalency
This position requires a valid Class (E) driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy.

Responsibilities

Assist in performing engineering work on multiple minor projects of low complexity.
Assist Project Administrators and Contractor in solving problems that may arise during construction.
Oversees projects for satisfactory job performance ensuring their compliance with Department policies and procedures related to Construction Engineering and Inspection
Ensure that clear, accurate records are kept of assigned construction related activities.
Communicate on a regular basis with Supervisors, Contractors and project personnel, both individually and in meetings to discuss work coordination, performance, and resolve project issues that may arise during construction.
May be required to operate a Florida Department of Transportation vehicle.
Assist in preparing job related correspondence for contract modifications with Supervisor and office engineering staff.
Assist in taking construction measurements and the preparation of weekly progress reports and monthly reports for final estimates.
Assist in monitoring sampling and testing of materials used on projects and assist in certifying proper requirements are met and documented.
Review daily reports and assist in preparing and transmitting Monthly Progress Estimates, Final Estimates and contract modifications to compensate for additional work and time.
Help to ensure that assigned projects monthly and final payments submitted for a contract are correct and justified.
Meet with utility representatives related to the coordination of necessary relocation due to the construction work and compliance with permits and/or utility relocation schedules.
Review construction plans and provide comments on constructability prior to projects going to letting.
Update and revise various construction reports as required by the Resident Engineer/Operations Engineer.
Be responsible for public awareness and resolution of customer complaints at the direction of the Resident Engineer/Operations Engineer related to projects under construction.
Monitor Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance, on-the-job training and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) to assure contract requirements are met by contractors.
Promote safety standards of personnel and equipment at the Construction project site.