CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS CONSULTANT II - 72003838

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Construction Projects Consultant Division of Real Estate Development and Management State of Florida Department of Management Services This position is located in Tallahassee, FL. Position Overview and Responsibilities: The Project Manager will be responsible for directing and coordinating project development of each assigned capital outlay project from inception through completion and through expiration of the guarantee period to promote its completion in the most efficient and optimum manner. Additionally, the PM will: Assist the client agency or design professional in the preparation and development of the project program which serves as the descriptive document establishing project scope. Review, evaluate, and approve project programs for assigned projects, ensuring that the defined scope can be achieve within budget limitations and is in accord with established design guidelines and space standards. Participate as a member of the Selection Committee in the selection of qualified professional firms and individuals for planning and/or design of assigned projects. Coordinate and assist in negotiation of professional contracts for projects. Represent the Division at project planning conferences to ensure the project has begun, developed realistically under existing construction methods and budget limitations. Participate in and chair meetings with architects/engineers and Client Agencies to ensure sound development of projects. Liaise with federal, state, and local agencies for compliance with applicable requirements. Review and maintain project budgets to ensure the project is developed within available funding. Prepare the initial project schedule and follow the architect’s or engineer’s design development, coordinating schedules in conjunction with the design professional and ensure that deadlines are met on schedule. Evaluate at the completion of each design phase and during construction. Provide consultant services in their area of expertise and disciplines to the Department and other agencies of state government. Conduct formal bid openings, receiving bids from qualified contractors. Analyze and review the architect/engineer's recommendation for award of bid for construction contracts. Coordinate award of contract and issuance of notice to proceed to contractor. Review drawings and specifications of projects under construction for desirable changes or corrections for current and future projects. Chair the initial construction conference with architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, client agency representatives and other interested parties. Make periodic job site observations. Participate in substantial completion inspections, final inspections, and acceptance of projects for the State.

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles, techniques, materials and equipment used in commercial building construction.
Knowledge of building codes, design, construction, production and/or operations.
Ability to develop and review various reports.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate commercial building renovations and/or activities.
Ability to review and implement renovation / construction contracts.
Ability to analyze and interpret renovation / construction data.
Ability to monitor and inspect commercial building projects.
Ability to communicate project information and schedules effectively.
Ability to solve problems relating to renovation / construction projects.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, contractors and Agency Staff.
Ability to understand and apply applicable State regulations, policies and procedures for commercial construction.
Ability to understand current building codes, ADA requirements and Interior Design.
Ability to model behaviors of Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork.
A bachelor's degree from a college or university with a major in civil, construction, mechanical or architectural engineering or architecture and two (2) years of experience in the field of building construction; Or a master's degree from a college or university in one of the areas described above and one (1) year of experience in the field of building construction.
Experience in the field of building construction can substitue for the required college education.
Valid Driver’s License.
Ability to travel statewide as needed.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of state procurement process for design and construction, and the construction bidding process in general.
Experience and the ability to review construction drawings, specifications and submittals.
Experience managing construction projects.

Responsibilities

Directing and coordinating project development of each assigned capital outlay project from inception through completion and through expiration of the guarantee period
Assist the client agency or design professional in the preparation and development of the project program which serves as the descriptive document establishing project scope
Review, evaluate, and approve project programs for assigned projects, ensuring that the defined scope can be achieve within budget limitations and is in accord with established design guidelines and space standards
Participate as a member of the Selection Committee in the selection of qualified professional firms and individuals for planning and/or design of assigned projects
Coordinate and assist in negotiation of professional contracts for projects
Represent the Division at project planning conferences to ensure the project has begun, developed realistically under existing construction methods and budget limitations
Participate in and chair meetings with architects/engineers and Client Agencies to ensure sound development of projects
Liaise with federal, state, and local agencies for compliance with applicable requirements
Review and maintain project budgets to ensure the project is developed within available funding
Prepare the initial project schedule and follow the architect’s or engineer’s design development, coordinating schedules in conjunction with the design professional and ensure that deadlines are met on schedule
Evaluate at the completion of each design phase and during construction
Provide consultant services in their area of expertise and disciplines to the Department and other agencies of state government
Conduct formal bid openings, receiving bids from qualified contractors
Analyze and review the architect/engineer's recommendation for award of bid for construction contracts
Coordinate award of contract and issuance of notice to proceed to contractor
Review drawings and specifications of projects under construction for desirable changes or corrections for current and future projects
Chair the initial construction conference with architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, client agency representatives and other interested parties
Make periodic job site observations
Participate in substantial completion inspections, final inspections, and acceptance of projects for the State

Benefits

State of Florida employees enjoy top tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out of pocket contributions.
State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between two retirement options, including the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan.
As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.
For a more complete list of benefits, please click https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

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