Construction Project Coordinator

Clark County Department of Aviation • Administrative Building, NV

30d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clark County Department of Aviation (DOA) is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Construction Project Coordinator position. This position will be assigned multiple projects of varying scope and size, including a wide range of construction projects encompassing both DOA-led and tenant-managed initiatives. Individuals in this position will work with multiple Airport Program Administrators and Engineers to help facilitate a wide range of project related tasks for these projects. It is essential the incumbent understands how to budget time accordingly and prioritize work so that tasks are completed on time. Incumbents will utilize Procore or other construction management software for submittal review and processing, Request for Information (RFI) responses, schedule review, meeting minutes, drawing updates, specification referencing, and the documentation of all project related items. Other tasks may include, but are not limited to, utilization of airport mapping tools, preparing reports, drafting of letters and emails, arranging and conducting meetings both in-person and virtually, and operating company vehicles on public/non-secured roadways and on a secured airport ramp. Further, this position will help facilitate communication between contractors, County, Federal, and State agencies, DOA staff, and others to ensure timely and accurate information is provided. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 150 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility List to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Employee Services. Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Requirements

• Equivalent to two (2) years of college level course work in pre-engineering, construction technology or a related field AND five (5) years of full-time building and/or general construction project experience.
• Experience in a field directly related to the work may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
• All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application.
• Possession of valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• All prospective hires must present two original government issued ID's, displaying identical names, upon acceptance of job offer.
• Must be capable of climbing ladders, and getting to hard to reach locations.

Nice To Haves

• Positions in certain departments may require I.C.B.O. or other nationally recognized certification in at lease one of the following areas: building, combination dwelling, structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical.

Responsibilities

• Provides construction project coordination and management of construction/development and renovation projects of varying degrees of complexity.
• Activities must include both construction management inspection functions for major development projects and project management functions on renovations and minor construction/development projects.
• Visits construction/renovation sites as required; conducts site inspections.
• Confers with developers, engineers, architects, contractors, property owners and others to explain codes, regulations and procedures.
• Coordinates all utility installations with contractors, architects, engineers, and utility companies.
• Major projects involve working with an Architect and serving as the field representative on the project by conducting daily inspections of all aspects of the construction process.
• Interpreting, explaining and enforcing regulations, ordinances, and policies to contractors' construction superintendent; approving minor change orders and discussing major change orders with the Architect.
• Assisting the Project Architect by reviewing specs, plans and design specifications to identify problem areas; approving payment to contractors upon scheduled completion of certain phases of construction.
• Management of renovation and minor construction projects, assuming responsibility for the project from start to finish.
• On such projects, job functions include: provides cost estimates; bids out the job; selects, negotiates contracts and works with the design consultants and contractors; serves as the primary contact with the Contractor.
• Responsible for scheduling and payment, approving and negotiating payment for all change orders, conducting construction meetings and preparing all meeting minutes, approving final payment on project, and assuming responsibility for completion of project in accordance with the contract.
• Reviews plans, maps, job specifications, material testing lab reports, contracts and other documents to ensure conformance with federal, state, County and industry codes and regulations.
• Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, ordinances and policies to developers, contractors, representatives of other agencies and the public; confers with architects, engineers and building inspection staff regarding possible changes to plans and problem resolution.
• Prepares daily progress notes on each project.
• Identifies needed changes to construction plans and details; evaluates alternatives and makes effective recommendations.
• Reviews proposals for changes to contracts; negotiates rates with contractor for changes; recommends acceptance/rejection based on value negotiation.
• Drives a personal or County motor vehicle to attend meetings and visit various County work sites.
• May conduct pre-bid/construction conferences and project progress meetings.
• Monitors developments in the construction field.
• Maintains liaison with other County departments, contractors, vendors, various outside agencies, including utility, governmental agency and County departmental staff.
• Directs the maintenance of and maintains accurate records and files.
• Prepares a variety of periodic and special reports and correspondence.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Develops, implements and interprets policies and procedures related to area of assignment.
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
• Provides advice in engineering design and plan check functions.
• May participate in various levels of the design process; develop construction design standards; and make recommendations for revisions and/or additions/deletions as necessary.

Benefits

• Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
• Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
• Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment.
• Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
• Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted and maintain a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration.
• Employment with the Department of Aviation in this job title is contingent upon a ten year employment and five year residency history record check and the ability to present original identity based documentation in order to meet the requirements for a Security Seal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree